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, hiking and other activities, visit: COVID-19 UPDATE
Snowmobiling Card
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
Winter Fun
As the mercury drops, parks are open (conditions permitting) incl. select properties with winter sports such as snowshoeing, x-country skiing, sledding, skating, snowmobiling and more! Winter Fun
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.
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Ice Harvesting
Although Staatsburg in Dutchess County is a quiet hamlet today, it was once a bustling hub of the ice harvesting industry. Learn more about the infrastructure and investment needed to cut and transport this valuable resource
What's New
- Newsletter: Park Connect, February 2021
- Long Island Permits
- New York State Camping Guide
- Connect Kids to Parks Field Trip Application
- Use our Virtual tours to plan your next trip
- Celebrating the Suffrage Centennial - A Virtual History Tour
- Building Better Parks: Update on NY Parks 2020 Progress
- Economic Benefits of the New York State Park System
Event Highlights
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Thu 04 MarSensory Hike with “RangerSu” Rockefeller State Park Preserve
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Sat 06 MarMaple Sapturday – From Sap to Syrup Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
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Sat 06 MarMaple Sapturday – From Sap to Syrup Letchworth State Park
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Wed 10 MarSeal Hike Montauk Point State Park
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Sat 13 MarSuffrage in the Hudson Valley Clermont State Historic Site
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Sat 13 MarSpring Stroll and Virtual Family Cooking Class with Olana and the Sylvia Center Olana State Historic Site
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Sat 13 MarStargazing John Brown Farm State Historic Site
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Sun 14 MarWalking Dunes Hike Hither Hills State Park
Digital Brochures
State park, historic site and camping information are available in digital format and may be downloaded.
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