Lake Ontario/St. Lawrence River Flooding: Some park facilities along Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River are being impacted by high water. Please check here for updates.
A 5 mile per hour speed limit along the Lake Ontario shoreline is now in effect. Learn more.
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
Guided Hikes
Join us on the trail and explore some new scenery. We offer a varying line-up of hikes and walks on both weekdays and weekends Learn More
Renew Your Empire Pass Card Online for the 2019 Season.
Save time and money! Renew and save $5 off the regular price, discount online only. Learn More
Featured Story
Green Lakes State Park, a national natural landmark.
Located near Syracuse NY this state park is like no other thanks to an old-growth forest and two meromictic lakes.
What's New
- Environmental Protection Fund (EPF) and Recreational Trails Program (RTP) applications Now Open through the Consolidated Funding Application
- 2019 New York State Camping Guide
- 2019 PGA Championship at Bethpage Black
- Latest newsletter: Park Connect, April 2019
- Connect Kids to Parks Field Trip Application
- Use our Virtual tours to plan your next trip
- Check Out Our Photo Galleries
- Building Better Parks: Update on NY Parks 2020 Progress
- Economic Benefits of the New York State Park System
Event Highlights
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Sat 25 MayBETHPAGE AIR SHOW AT JONES BEACH Jones Beach Nature Center
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Sat 25 MayBETHPAGE AIR SHOW AT JONES BEACH Jones Beach State Park
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Sun 26 MayKids to Park Day Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
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Sun 26 MayKids to Park Day Letchworth State Park
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Mon 27 MayMemorial Day Sand Sculpture Contest Grafton Lakes State Park
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Sat 08 JunLoud Performance/WNYMBA Day Long Point State Park on Lake Chautauqua
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Sat 15 JunGenesee Valley Fare & Ware Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
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Sat 15 JunGenesee Valley Fare & Ware Letchworth State Park
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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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