Accessibility
Welcome to New York State Parks and Historic Sites. It is our mission to provide safe and enjoyable recreational and interpretive opportunities for all visitors in recognition of individual needs and interests.
Universal Access in New York State Parks means providing recreation opportunities for everyone regardless of differences in ability. Accessibility improvements invite families with children in strollers and people with mobility issues to our state lands. Various auxiliary aids and services are available to include people with sensory or cognitive differences in park programs. The Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation welcomes all visitors to explore outdoor recreation on state lands, and we are committed to providing an ever-increasing range of inclusive, accessible opportunities.
Given the vast size and scope of the New York State Park system, expanding accessible opportunities at Parks is an evolving and ongoing project. As we increasingly make our facilities and programs more accessible, information will continue to be made readily available at our facilities, in publications and informational materials, and on this website. We encourage you to visit the "Amenities and Activities" sections of each park or site page to find the latest accessibility information for that facility. We also strongly recommend that you contact the facility in advance of your visit to understand what you can expect and how best to make your experience positive. If you require an accommodation, we welcome you to contact the Facility Manager of the park or historic site you plan to visit.
For information about the Access Pass program for New Yorkers with certain permanent disabilities visit Access Pass or call 518-474-2324 or the New York Relay system at 711 for TTY or VCO users.
ADA Public Notice
Notice of Public Rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP), in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), does not discriminate on the basis of disability in OPRHP practices and policies, or the provisions of its programs, services, and activities.
OPRHP will make reasonable modification to its practices and procedures to ensure that people with disabilities are afforded equitable access to its programs, services, and activities. The ADA does not require that the OPRHP take any action which would fundamentally alter the nature of its programs, services, or activities; or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.
According to the OPRHP Patron’s Request for Reasonable Modifications and OPRHP Auxiliary Aids and Services, individuals who are requesting a reasonable accommodation to a program, service, or activity; or who require auxiliary aids or services for effective communication, should contact:
Owen Gilbo, ADA Coordinator
NYS Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
625 Broadway
Albany, NY 12238
Voice: (518) 402-2648
Owen.Gilbo@parks.ny.gov
It is preferable that requests be submitted to the ADA Coordinator 14 days prior to the program, event or need.
Individuals alleging discrimination on the basis of disability in OPRHP practices and policies, or the provisions of its programs, services, and activities may file a grievance following procedures of the OPRHP ADA Grievance Procedure.
If you have questions or comments on this notice, please contact OPRHP’s ADA Coordinator.
More about Accessibility in New York State Parks:
- Access Pass Program - Permits New York State residents with disabilities free or discounted use of facilities operated by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.