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
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 begun– find a location near you.Qualifying Dates
2018 Annual Empire Pass Now Available Online
Your key to all-season enjoyment at New York state parks is the Empire Pass -- available for different lengths of time: one, three- and five-year; or, lifetime. We also offer the Golden Park Program, Access Pass and the Lifetime Liberty Pass.
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Wildlife Youngsters
It's exhilarating to catch a glimpse of wildlife, and this time of year our parks are especially active with young ones -- so keep an eye out on your next hike.
What's New
- Building Better Parks: Update on NY Parks 2020 Progress
- Economic Benefits of the New York State Park System
- New York State Camping Guide
- Connect Kids to Parks Field Trip Application
- Latest newsletter: Park Connect, May 2018
- Use our Virtual tours to plan your next trip
- Check Out Our Photo Galleries
- NY Parks 2020: A 7-Point Vision for Transforming NYS Parks
- 2019 PGA Championship at Bethpage Black
Event Highlights
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Sat 26 MayBETHPAGE AIR SHOW AT JONES BEACH Jones Beach Nature Center
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Sat 26 MayBETHPAGE AIR SHOW AT JONES BEACH Jones Beach State Park
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Sat 26 MayPinkster Crailo State Historic Site
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Sat 26 MayLeave No Trace Principles for Families at Sam’s Point Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Sam's Point Area
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Sun 27 MayKids to Park Day Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
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Sun 27 MayKids to Park Day Letchworth State Park
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Mon 28 MayMemorial Day Ceremony Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site
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Sat 02 Jun2nd Annual Coed Soccer Tournament: Adults Gantry Plaza 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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