Peebles Island State Park
1 Delaware Avenue North
Cohoes, NY 12047
- Phone: (518) 268-2188
2018 Geocache Challenge
Passports available at park and site offices too. 2018 Geocache Challenge is on from May 26th – November 11th. Find a Learn to Geocache Program at your favorite park and get started!
For all pavilion rentals, park questions, and concerns about Peebles Island State Park, please call the Saratoga Spa State Park office at 518-584-2000
Peebles Island State Park is at the confluence of the Hudson and Mohawk Rivers. It offers spectacular river and rapids views for walkers and joggers who take advantage of the miles of paths through the gently rolling and wooded landscape. Picnickers and fishermen come to relax and winter visitors use the facilities to cross-country ski, hike and snowshoe
Peebles Island is also the headquarters of the Bureau of Historic Sites and Bureau of Historic Preservation Field Services. The staff provide technical services, such as record maintenance, analysis of artifacts, and preparation of publications, exhibits and audio visual programs for the 35 historic sites maintained by State Parks. The Field Services Bureau assists all New York's municipalities and citizens with National Register of Historic Place listings, investment tax credit and review of all state and federal projects.
Household pets only; caged or on a leash not more than 6 feet, rabies vaccination and proof of same required. Not permitted in buildings.
P.O. Box 295 Waterford, NY 12188
Hours of Operation
- Open year round, sunrise to sunset.
The park is open at 6:00 a.m. during striped bass season. Please call the park to verify operating hours.
Pavilion rentals will begin on February 1st on a first-come/first-serve basis. Please call 518-584-2000 - Walking Trails: Year round.
Shelter: Mid-May to Mid-Oct. - Please Note:
Bicycles are not permitted on trails.
Hunting is not permitted.
Fees & Rates
Most New York State Parks charge a vehicle use fee to enter the facility. Fees vary by location and season. A list of entry fees and other park use fees is available below. For fees not listed or to verify information, please contact the park directly.
The easy-to-use Empire Pass card is $80- and your key to all-season enjoyment with unlimited day-use entry at most facilities operated by State Parks and the State Dept. of Environmental Conservation including forests, beaches, trails and more. Purchase online or contact your favorite park for more information. Learn more about our Admission Programs including the Empire Pass.
- Picnic Shelter
- Pavillion: $75/day (Electric; Capacity: 80-100)
+ 10x27' room*: Additional $75
*10x27 foot room includes a refrigerator, commercial three-bay sink with hot and cold running water and a long counter with a service window out to the pavilion
Maps
New! Download this park's digital map to your iOS Apple and Android device.
Saturday, June 16, 2018
Peebles Island State Park
Please join the Friends of Peebles Island State Park for a history hike of our picturesque Island situated at the confluence of the Hudson and Mohawk Rivers. This easy, up to two-mile hike, follows the perimeter of the Island which is rich in history, wildlife and scenery. Learn about the geological and glacial formation of the Island, the Native American presence in the area and Mohican village on the Island, early Dutch heritage, the Revolutionary War encampment by the Continental Army in 1777 and earthwork fortifications that still exist, area industry, and Island flora and fauna.
Two hikes will be offered at 10:00am and 1:00pm. A shorter walk will also be available at each time that covers the history of the Park.Well-behaved dogs on a leash are welcome.
Check the following for updated information: https://sites.google.com/view/friendsofpeeblesisland/home and email questions to friendsofpeebles@gmail.com.
Amenities, Activities & Information
- Amenities
- Grills
- Nature Trails
- Pavilions (Accessible) * The park has one large pavillion.
- Picnic Tables (Accessible)
- Waterfalls
- Activities
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Snowshoeing Trails
- X-Country Skiing
- Documents