Peebles Island State Park
1 Delaware Avenue North
Cohoes, NY 12047
- Phone: (518) 268-2188
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.
Tuesday, January 1, 2019 10:00 AM
Peebles Island State Park
Ring in the New Year with a history hike starting at 10:00am on Tuesday, January 1, 2019 around the perimeter of picturesque Peebles Island. Meet at the Peebles Island Visitor Center. The Perimeter Trail is an easy two mile hike.
Learn about the Native American presence on the Island, view existing earthwork fortifications from 1777, and discover the history of this strategic site. Dress for the weather and bring cameras and binoculars for a chance to see wildlife. Well-behaved dogs on leash are welcome.
This program is free and open to the public. Please send an email to friendsofpeebles@gmail.com or call (518) 268-2188 with questions.
Registration is not required but an email to the above address with the number of people in your group would help us to plan accordingly.
Check our website for any changes due to the weather: https://sites.google.com/view/friendsofpeeblesisland/home
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