New York State Parks Recreation & Historic Preservation

COVID-19 UPDATE: New York State Parks are currently open. If you plan on visiting, please wear a face covering and maintain social distance. Park density limits are in effect, so have an alternate plan ready in case the park you are visiting reaches capacity. For additional information about camping, swimming, and other activities, visit COVID-19 UPDATE.

Sojourner Truth

Sojourner Truth

Sojourner Truth was one of the leading voices for human rights and universal suffrage in the 19th century. Her vital contributions to American history have been recognized with an installation of a bronze statue at Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park. Learn more.

Virtual Tours

Virtual Tours

New York State Parks is proud to partner with the New York State Museum and the New York State Women's Suffrage Commission, to present a virtual tour of "Votes for Women", an exhibit presenting the history of women's voting rights as well as profiles of eight influential women suffragists from around New York state. Learn more.

Lifeguards

Lifeguards

Nature is all around us and our team of educators has compiled innovative ideas and creative activities to explore the outdoors near you. Learn more.

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Clean, Drain Dry: Protecting New York Waterways

Our boat stewards are ready to share their knowledge of invasive species and to help boaters from spreading hitchhikers into other water bodies.

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Event Highlights

In Their Own Words, The Battle for Fort Montgomery Fort Montgomery State Historic Site

All About Animals Connetquot River State Park Preserve

Harvest Moon Hoopla Buffalo Harbor State Park

Fun Facts with Kelly: Wildflower Edition Artpark State Park (Earl W. Brydges)

Crepuscular Walk – Dawn Along the River Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth

Crepuscular Walk – Dawn Along the River Letchworth State Park

Savor Your Senses Hike Rockefeller State Park Preserve

Fall Foliage Walk along the Gorge Devil's Hole State Park

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State park, historic site and camping information are available in digital format and may be downloaded.

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