Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

The Quaker area is known for its two lakes and wonderful camping experiences. It offers swimming, fishing, canoeing and kayaking, as well as hiking trails and playing fields.

The Red House Area is known for the historic tudor-style Administration Building as well as Red House Lake, offering multi-season outdoor activities.

The Artpark is dedicated to presenting the finest in performing and visual arts programs. Experience the many concerts, plays, exhibits, classes and workshops offered here.

Located at the south end of Grand Island the park boasts a wide range of outdoor activities.  Enjoy the park's 18-hole golf course, swimming and boating facilities, or trail systems.

Belmont Lake State Park is a full service park offering boating, fishing, picnicking, playing fields, biking, horseback riding, hiking and cross-country skiing.

Offering five world-class golf courses, including the world-renowned Black Course, Bethpage was the site of the 2002 and 2009 U.S. Open Golf Championships.

This scenic park is blanketed by a forest of hardwoods intermixed with smaller areas of conifer plantation. The hilltop location provides expansive views to the south and west.

Known as "a camper's paradise", Bowman Lake is comprised of scenic forests housing a multi-season trail system as well as its namesake lake, perfect for swimming and sunbathing.    No Ice fishing is permitted.

Buffalo Harbor State Park offers beautiful views of Lake Erie. The park is home to a 1,000 slip marina, a restaurant, boat launches, personal watercraft launches, fish cleaning station, restrooms, and a beach for strolling and sunbathing.

Burnham Point is small and quiet with lightly-wooded campsites. The river offers boaters the chance to explore local towns, islands and historic sites for miles on each side.

Taking its name from the foaming cascade formed by Buttermilk Creek the park offers hiking, swimming and camping as well as the scenic Larch Meadows glen and wetland area.

Only accessible by boat the park offers a quiet camping experience in a beautiful wooded area. The park also includes a scenic picnic area as well as excellent fishing.

Cayuga Lake is the backdrop for this scenic park. The park offers a variety of aquatic activities from swimming to fishing as well as its many campsites and cabins. 

Cedar Point is one of the oldest state parks in New York. It is a popular spot, offering excellent camping, fishing, boating and swimming as well as stunning river views.

Chenango Valley is an ice age wonder featuring two glacial lakes. Offering a variety of wildlife, camping, and an 18-hole golf course the park has something for everyone.

Cherry Plain is located on Black River Pond and offers a variety of outdoor recreation activities. Explore the camping area along with hiking and biking trails.

Glacial sculpted 400 million year-old bedrock is responsible for the park's picturesque 167 foot namesake waterfall. Enjoy the views offered by trails winding through the gorge.

Clark Reservation is a geologic wonder of the last ice age and a botanist's paradise. The park features rugged cliffs, woodland and meadow, a wetland and a glacial plunge basin lake.

The preserve occupies a 260-acre area near the southwest shore of Staten Island. It contains a variety of unique habitats and cultural history, as well as the Interpretive Center.

The park offers a variety of campsites on Lake St. Lawrence which is ideal for swimming, boating and fishing. A marina on the mouth of Coles Creek lies just north of the park entrance.

Located on the west shore of Lake Champlain, the park is a very popular day-use area because of its large natural sand beach and picnic grounds with tables and grills.

Darien Lake's varied terrain includes hills, woodlands, ravines, streams and Harlow Lake. The park features campsites as well as a rustic bridge over a channel to Picnic Island.

Located on a peninsula extending into Delta Reservoir visitors can enjoy the many picnic areas, or hiking and nature trails. Boating, fishing, and camping are also available.

DeVeaux Woods State Park has two ball diamonds, a playground, nature trails through a meadow and Old Growth Woods, and a path that leads across the Robert Moses Parkway to Whirlpool State Park with access to the Niagara gorge trail system.

A small, rustic park Dewolf Point is perfect for anglers and nature lovers. The park offers a cabin colony, camping area, stone gazebo and dockage for boats on the Lake of the Isles.

A small, secluded park provides a perfect place to get away from it all. The park offers campsites, picnic area as well as boating and fishing on the Oswegatchie River and Black Lake.

Evangola State Park features a beautiful arc-shaped shoreline and natural sand beach on Lake Erie. The park also offers picnic facilities, 80 campsites, and playing fields.

An outdoor enthusiast's delight. The park boasts hiking trails, scenic campground, and abundant opportunities for boating, hunting, fishing, and birding.

Found on Lake Ontario the park boasts one of the finest public lakefronts in upstate New York. Towering shoreline bluffs, sandy beaches and hilly woodlands cover this scenic park.

Fillmore Glen is an oasis of cool, dense woods crowding into a long, narrow gorge. Explore its unique geological formations, five waterfalls, and a botanically rich glen.

Fort Niagara State Park offers boat access to the Lower Niagara River and Lake Ontario. Adjacent to Old Fort Niagara the park offers hiking, swimming and many other activities.

Located on the shores of Lake Ontario only 15 minutes from the mighty Niagara Falls the park offers a variety of camping options as well as trails exploring shores and marshlands.

A scenic haven 40 miles from New York City the park offers a day of fun and relaxation. A spacious picnic area, 3,500 person pool, and two lakes are just some of the park's amenities.

Featuring a lake and three ponds in wooded, hilly terrain at the foothills of the Catskills the park offers swimming, camping, and hiking among their variety of outdoor activities.

Overlooking Otsego Lake the park's rolling, partially-wooded terrain is host to a wide variety of wildlife. The many trails offer picturesque views and a variety of wildlife. Please note alternate directions listed on the main page.

Located on the scenic shore of Lake Ontario the park is home to The Thirty Mile Lighthouse. The park offers boating, fishing, hiking, and walking tours of the lighthouse.

Located on the forested mountain ridge between the Taconic and Hudson Valleys, the park includes five ponds and 2,357 acres featuring hiking, fishing, swimming, and boating.

Projecting into the American Channel of the St. Lawrence River the park is known for some of the best fishing in the country. It is a popular spot for campers and day-users.

Green Lakes State Park features two glacial lakes surrounded by upland forest. The park also features an 18-hole golf course, as well as 10 miles of trails.

Clear water, sandy beaches and tent and trailer campsites entice thousands of visitors each year. 

Twenty miles of trails, swimming in the Great South Bay and boating attract more than a million visitors per year.

Hempstead Lake State Park boasts three ponds in addition to its namesake lake. An historic hand carved carousel as well as boating and fishing are the park's main attractions.

Nestled among the Adirondack foothills on the picturesque Raquette River the park offers hilly and heavily-wooded terrain dotted with spacious campsites and a sandy beach.

A sheltered bay protects the sandy swimming beach and campers dock. Unlimited boating opportunities, large open lawns and excellent fishing draw many visitors to the park.

Situated on farmland James Baird State Park has much to offer. An 18-hole golf course compliments the spacious open and wooded, hiking trails, sports complex, and nature center.

Fields, woodlands and ponds provide the landscape for the wide variety of recreation. Fishing, hiking, and frisbee disc golf are just some of the activities offered by the park.

The St. Lawrence River location offers excellent boating, fishing and winter activities. Steep, rocky outcroppings provide views of ocean-going vessels traversing the river.

The heart of wine country offers a gentle charm. Views of vineyard-covered slopes, glimmering water and clear blue sky provide a backdrop for a variety of outdoor activities.

A narrow peninsula flanked by Goose Bay and the St. Lawrence River the park offers a picturesque location for camping, fishing, boating, swimming and picnicking.

High bluffs overlooking Lake Erie provide a breathtaking view. Enjoy the scenic camping, swimming, and hiking opportunities as well as the excellent view of migrating birds.

Lake Superior State Park has beaches, fishing, boat launches and picnic areas. The park is managed by Sullivan County under license from the Palisades Interstate Park Commission.

Located next to Lake Taghkanic in the rolling hills and lush forests of Columbia County, the park offers activities including swimming, hiking, fishing, boating and camping.

The park offers outstanding panoramic views of Lake Ontario and surrounding farms and fruit orchards. Camping, hiking, fishing, and picnicking bring thousands to Lakeside Beach.

The "Grand Canyon of the East," Letchworth is one of the most magnificent areas in the eastern U.S. Waterfalls, cliffs, and a deep gorge are just some of the parks stunning features.

Lodi Point Marine Park is a boat launch and picnic site. The park has modest accommodations for boaters, picnickers and anglers.

Long Point, which juts peninsula-like into Lake Chautauqua, is one of the moraines left long ago by a retreating glacier and features a thickly-wooded marina and day-use area.

Located just outside the Adirondack Park along the Salmon River's course toward Lake Champlain, the park has a wilderness atmosphere and offers swimming in man-made Davis Pond.

A small, quiet camping area with 30 wooded tent and trailer sites the park offers Panther Creek, picnic grounds, as well as playing fields, playground and nature and hiking trail.

Midway is one of the oldest continually operating amusement parks in the nation. Take a nostalgic ride on the vintage carousel, or enjoy one of the countless other fun activities.

A serene wooded area with glimpses of the river provides an ideal location. The park's marina as well as its camping sites are extremely popular, as are the numerous hiking trails.

Featuring the picturesque Mine Kill Falls in the scenic Schoharie Valley, Mine Kill State Park overlooks the NY Power Authority's Blenheim-Gilboa Pumped Storage Power Project.

A pristine granite monument marks the site of the 1779 hillside battle between The Continental Army and British regulars, Loyalist rangers and 1000 Iroquois Indian warriors.

Home to the mighty Niagara Falls. The oldest state park in the United States offers numerous islands, famous Prospect Point area and many unique views of the world famous falls.

The park's 45,000 feet of frontage on Gardiner's Bay and rare maritime forest with red cedar, black-jack oak trees and prickly-pear cactus offer swimming, fishing and hiking.

Peebles Island 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.

A picturesque 50-foot waterfall is the main attraction at this scenic park. It also features steep, wooded hills, mountain stream and a nature trail.

The northwestern shore of Lake Champlain offers a mixture of open and forested areas, most of them natural and undeveloped providing the stage for a variety of outdoor activities.

Reservoir State Park is a favorite of local residents in Niagara County. The park offers a variety of sports facilities including tennis, baseball, roller hockey, soccer, and softball.

Located on a former estate the park boasts 1,100 acres and over 17,000 ft of beautiful Lake Ontario shoreline. The extremely private residential compound is available for rental.

Robert H. Treman is an area of wild beauty, with the rugged Enfield Glen gorge as its scenic highlight scattered with 12 waterfalls, including the 115-foot Lucifer Falls.

Located partly on the mainland and partly on Barnhart Island the park is accessible by tunnel. A multitude of recreational opportunities are available as is a nature center.

Located on Seneca Lake the park was once a military training base before becoming an area of grasses, wildflowers, shrubs and trees on flat, rolling woodlands surrounding ravines.

The scenic dunes found at the park were formed by a giant inland sea that preceded Lake Ontario and is part of the only freshwater dune site in the northeastern United States.

A National Historic Landmark, the park is noted for its cultural, aesthetic and recreational resources.  Music, theater, golf and a spa are just some of the park's many amenities.

Hudson River and Schodack Creek shoreline bound the 1,052-acre site. The park has been designated a State Estuary, as well as a Bird Conservation Area.

Overlooking a bluff on Lake Ontario the park offers Great Lakes swimming, fishing and spectacular sunsets. Boat launch sites as well as camping facilities are also available.

The banks of the blue water of Seneca Lake create a relaxing experience for swimmers and picnickers. Children will be delighted with our Sprayground and Playground facilities.

Silver Lake State Park provides a boat launch facility for boating and fishing on the lake. The area also has picnic facilities and a public restroom which is open year round.

Spacious and popular, the park is known for outstanding swimming and sunning on its sandy beach. The park is adjoined to the adjacent wildlife management area and its trail system.

Hilly woodlands, a deep gorge with rugged cliffs, three waterfalls and fascinating rock formations comprise the park offering camping, hiking and swimming in a stream-fed pool.

Located on Long Island Sound the park offers a wide range of topography that sustains a variety of flora and fauna. The miles of beach meet tall, glacial bluffs at the shoreline. If using a GPS enter: 1 Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park, NY.

Located in Taconic State Park, Copake Falls is known for its rustic camping experience. The oldest park in the region offers many activities for campers and day visitors to enjoy.

The park's 215 foot namesake waterfall is one of the outstanding natural attractions of the Northeast. Trails offer spectacular views from above and below the breathtaking falls.

Situated along the Helderberg Escarpment the park is home too one of the richest fossil-bearing formations in the world and provides marvelous mountain and valley views.

The park is a day-use picnic facility near a highly-developed residential area offering picnic areas with tables, fireplaces and grills, playing fields and sport courts.

Located on the eastern shore of Oneida Lake the park is a picnicker's and camper's delight. Shaded picnic areas and the campground boast a view of the park's scenic beach.

Waterson Point State Park is small and picturesque, ideal for the fisherman and boating enthusiast who wishes to escape the hustle and bustle of the larger parks.

Watkins Glen is the most famous park in the Finger Lakes. It has a reputation for leaving visitors spellbound by its breathtaking gorge blessed with 200 ft cliffs and 19 waterfalls.

A secluded wilderness site along the banks of the St. Lawrence River is home to the largest camping complex in the region. One of the main attractions of the park is its nature center.

A popular day-use and camping park with rolling, wooded hills and open, grassy meadows sheltered by Henderson Bay, and a bluff offering spectacular views of Lake Ontario.

Built in and around a three-mile-long gorge cut into the eastern edge of the Tug Hill Plateau the park offers one of the most spectacular scenic vistas east of the Rocky Mountains.

The park offers spectacular views of swirling rapids, the whirlpool and the Niagara River Escarpment as well as a network of nature trails that descend into the gorge.

The park is a well-preserved natural area for many varieties of plants and wildlife, encompassing 395 acres of mature woods, open meadows and marshland on Tuscarora Bay.