October is Our Favorite Color
There's no better place to take in the autumn season than New York State Parks.
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Join us for a fun season chock full of family events. Choose from fall festivals, spooky scavenger hunts, Halloween hikes, ghost tours and more. Autumn Events
Brianna's Law
Brianna's Law requires all motorboat operators to complete a boating safety course. New age requirements begin January 1, 2020, with full compliance by January 1, 2025. Learn More
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Hiking the Parks of Palisades Region
The Palisades region offers miles of trails and spectacular views of the Hudson Valley and the Catskills. An added bonus -- the fascinating history that includes an outlaw's lair, the state's early iron industry, and a traitor's secret meeting place.
What's New
- 2019 New York State Camping Guide
- Latest newsletter: Park Connect, September 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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Sun 20 OctA Gathering of Old Cars Staatsburgh State Historic Site
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Thu 24 OctPatron Saints Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
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Sat 26 OctTrick or Treat Nature Trail Grafton Lakes State Park
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Sat 26 OctGREAT JACK-O-LANTERN SPECTACULAR SAIL Belmont Lake State Park
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Sun 27 OctFall Festival East River State Park
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Sat 02 NovPhotography Workshop Minna Anthony Common Nature Center
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Sat 02 NovPhotography Workshop Wellesley Island State Park
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Sat 30 NovJingle Falls: Holiday Happenings Niagara Falls 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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