Lifeguard
Are you a strong swimmer, love to be outdoors and looking for a summer job? Plan now and join the State Parks Lifeguard team. Dates to qualify have started: find a location near you
Snowmobile Safety Courses
Take a snowmobile safety course and keep your winter adventures fun and safe! Topics covered include pre-ride preparation, trail etiquette, operation in various weather conditions and how to handle emergencies. Learn More
Renew Your Empire Pass Card Online for the 2019 Season.
Save time and money! Renew before March 31st 2019 and get a special $10 discount--online only.
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Glaciers and Gorges
The waterfalls of the Finger Lakes region are stunning but so is their creation. Learn more about the glacial history of this area.
What's New
- Building Better Parks: Update on NY Parks 2020 Progress
- Economic Benefits of the New York State Park System
- 2018 New York State Camping Guide
- Connect Kids to Parks Field Trip Application
- Latest newsletter: Park Connect, December 2018
- Use our Virtual tours to plan your next trip
- Check Out Our Photo Galleries
- 2019 PGA Championship at Bethpage Black
Event Highlights
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Sat 26 JanGrafton Lakes Winter Festival Grafton Lakes State Park
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Sat 26 JanDOG SLED MEET AND GREET Selkirk Shores State Park
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Sat 26 JanSaturday Family Movie: Monsters INC Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
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Sat 02 FebIce Fishing Contest at Thompson’s Lake Emma Treadwell Thacher Nature Center
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Sat 02 FebIce Fishing Contest at Thompson’s Lake Thacher State Park
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Sat 02 FebIce Sculptures! Point Au Roche State Park
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Sat 16 FebSam’s Point Snowshoe Festival Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Sam's Point Area
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Sat 16 FebGeology Rocks Jones Beach Nature Center
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Digital Brochures
State park, historic site and camping information are available in digital format and may be downloaded.
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