Road Trip Ideas
If you’re looking for a new place to spend an afternoon, a weekend, or longer and not break the bank, you’ve come to the right place. Here are of some of the lesser-known, hidden-gem spots in our system. Learn More
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Invasive Species to Know For 2025
Like everywhere in New York, our state parks and historic sites have to consider the impact from invasive species. Everyone can help, even if it’s just keeping an eye out and reporting your observations. Here are some species to look out for.
What's New
- Completion of Over $3 Million Infrastructure Improvements at Mills-Norrie State Park
- Governor Hochul Announces 291 Acres Added to Minnewaska State Park
- New Children's Activity Book
- Groundbreaking for Swimming Facility and Additional New Developments at Sojourner Truth State Park
- Prizes for the 2025 Wellness Challenge
- Governor Hochul Announces Up to $100 Million Available for Municipal and Nonprofit Community Centers
- New York State Parks Announces $2.5 Million In Funding for the Harlem Valley Rail Trail
- Improvements Unveiled at Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site in Celebration of 200 Years of the Erie Canal
- New York State Parks Announces $3.1 Million Investment in Woodlawn Beach State Park
- New York State Parks Celebrates Pride Outside for June
- New York State Parks Announces New State Parkland on Cayuga Lake Open for Passive Recreation
Event Highlights
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Thu 03 JulShark Shack Robert Moses State Park - Long Island
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Sat 16 AugCivil War Weekend with the US 4th Infantry Fort Ontario State Historic Site
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Sun 17 AugWalkway Connections: Connecting People With Nature Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park
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Wed 20 AugGet to Know the Greenway: Portageville Section Genesee Valley Greenway State Park
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Thu 21 AugSeasonal Crafting for Seniors: Wooden Photo Blocks Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
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Thu 21 AugSeasonal Crafting for Seniors: Wooden Photo Blocks Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
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Fri 22 AugFriday Festivities: Candle Dipping Senate House State Historic Site
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Fri 22 AugSummer Lantern Walk Sunken Meadow State Park (Governor Alfred E. Smith)
Digital Brochures
State park, historic site and camping information are available in digital format and may be downloaded.
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