NYSDEC’s Onondaga Lake Visitors Center

NYSDEC’s Onondaga Lake Visitors Center sits on a peninsula on Onondaga Lake in Syracuse and tells the story of the lake’s ongoing cleanup. It also previews the recreational improvements planned for the shoreline. The center is connected to the Onondaga Lake Trail and is close to the Lakeview Amphitheater.

Information on display explains the cleanup in plain terms, which makes it a worthwhile stop for locals and visitors curious about how the lake is being restored. Group tours can be arranged by appointment, and the center keeps limited hours, so confirm times before going.

What to Know

• It explains the cleanup of Onondaga Lake and the recreational improvements still to come.
• The center connects to the Onondaga Lake Trail and sits near Lakeview Amphitheater.
• Group tours are available by appointment.
• The location offers wide views across the lake.