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Bushnell's Basin Docks

Public canal docks off Route 96 with overnight docking, fishing, picnic tables, restrooms and a hand launch.

Town of Perinton

640 NY-96, Pittsford, NY 14534

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One-acre public dock area on the Erie Canal off Route 96 with overnight docks, fishing, picnic tables, restrooms and showers. DEC lists a hand launch here with parking for 15 cars.

Good to know

Overnight docks; canal navigation ends 6 pm Oct 14, 2026.

History

  • The hamlet served as headquarters for building the Great Embankment that carried the canal over Irondequoit Creek (1821-1823), raising it as much as 70 feet. (source)

  • A major canal break occurred at Bushnell's Basin in 1912. (source)

More details

Amenities the business lists: buildings, docks, overnight docks, fishing, hiking trails, picnic tables, restrooms, showers, water fountains, hand launch (per DEC).