What are the top things to do in Bemus Point, NY?
The beautiful lakefront village of Bemus Point comes alive every spring with a bustling downtown featuring shops, restaurants, and waterfront fun.
Dining:
Grab a bite at several restaurants on or near Chautauqua Lake, with favorites including:
- The Village Casino
- Ellicottville Brewing on Chautauqua
- Splash
- Bemus Point Golf Club & Tap House
- Lake Life Cafe
- Catch live music at many of these restaurants, and enjoy an ice cream cone at Bemus Point Market while you watch the sunset.
Fun on Land and Water:
Bemus Point offers a perfect blend of relaxation and recreation on the shore, and easy access to Chautauqua Lake for those who wish to get out on the water.
- Spread out at Bemus Point Lakeside Park, home to a playground, picnic tables, grills, a basketball court, tennis and pickleball courts, with a public dock provided for shore fishing or taking in the view.
- Play a round of golf at the picturesque 9-hole Bemus Point Golf Club.
- Launch your boat at the New York State boat ramp on Lakeside Avenue.
- Rent a boat, kayak, SUP, canoe or paddle boat from Bemus Bay Water Toys, or take a Tiki Boat Tour.
- Cross the narrows of Chautauqua Lake on the Bemus Point-Stow Ferry.
History:
- Visit the Lawson Center Boat Museum to learn about antique and classic boats, outboard and inboard motors, view photo displays from the 1800s and early 1900s as well as artifacts from the Chautauqua Lake age of steam.
Shopping & Events:
- Stroll along Main Street and browse nearly a dozen boutiques and shops, including Skillmans, featuring three floors of gifts, apparel and more.
- Attend annual events, including Bemus is Blooming in early May, 4th of July fireworks and festivities, Summer Fest in August, Labor Day weekend entertainment, and the Bemus Point Fall Fest in September.
- Bemus Point is very walkable, and most locations are located within a few blocks of each other. Visitors can easily park once and explore on foot.
Winter Recreation:
- In addition to the spring, summer and fall recreation options, Bemus Point also offers opportunities for winter fun with lodging, gas and accommodations all on the snowmobile trail, as well as nearby Long Point State Park -- which features trails for cross-country skiing, fat tire biking, and snowmobiling.