Facilities

Austin Park has a lot to offer the public. Currently, the park has two playgrounds, six basketball courts, exercise path, baseball/softball fields, soccer fields, beach volleyball courts, a ball wall, horseshoe pits, lighted tennis courts. There is a covered picnic shelter with picnic tables and grills that can be reserved for your special occasion. Indoor bathrooms are available from May - October.

Skaneateles Falls Playground located off School Street this playground area offers swing sets, basketball courts, baseball/softball fields and an open area for those pickup football or tag games.

Public Swimming Area

Waterfront at Clift Park  Swimming area open to the public from end of June to the end of August.

State Fishing Access Site Located off State Route 41A south of the village - click here

Charlie Major Nature Trail

This 0.8 mile pathway along the Skaneateles Creek is the former site of the Skaneateles Short Line Railroad and water powered industries. Look closely and you'll see remnants from the days of the railroad and the industries that once thrived there.

There is a nice area to picnic along the creek at the north end near the Crow Hill Road Bridge (the Mottville Trailhead) and a playground at the Mottville Trailhead for the kids to enjoy.

Austin Pavilion

is indoors with much of an outdoor feeling. The Pavilion is home to the Rotary Pancake breakfast, Methodist Antique Show and the Syracuse Symphony. This is available for rental for your large gatherings, company picnics, family/ class reunions, or wedding receptions. 

Town Boat Launch

Located next to the Marina in Mandana with parking next to the fire station.  Non-resident daily parking fees are:  $20.00 trailered boat,   $10.00 vehicle or  $200.00 Season. No overnight parking.