Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

The park is situated in the rugged mountains rising from the west bank of the Hudson River. Experience the spectacular views offered from the summit of Bear Mountain.

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.

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.

High Tor is a day-use facility for picnicking, swimming and hiking, offering spectacular views of the Hudson River. The Long Path passes through the park on its course inland.

Featuring a boardwalk and over 6 miles of ocean beach Jones Beach State Park is a world-class swimming destination. The park also features the Theodore Roosevelt Nature Center.

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 "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.

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.

Montauk Downs is best known for its championship-length, 18-hole golf course. In addition, the park offers a driving range, tennis courts, swimming pool, and full service clubhouse.

Inspired by Japanese urban rooftop designs Riverbank is a one of a kind facility. Rising above the Hudson River, the park offers a variety of recreational, athletic and arts experiences.

Located along the Harlem River in the Bronx the park offers a variety of recreational and cultural activities. Summer brings numerous concerts and special events to the park.

Located on a ridge of Hook Mountain above the Hudson River the park offers swimming pools, a picnic area, boat launch, and hiking trails with breathtaking views of the Hudson Valley.

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.

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.

Tallman Mountain State Park comprises wooded country on the easterly slope of the Palisades uplands and is a day-use area, offering a variety of outdoor recreation activities.

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.