New York destinations, parks and attractions
Are you going on a road trip to New York, looking for tips about the destinations so you and your party can enjoy it, be comfortable and not spend a fortune?
Here are some of the top destinations in New York and tips about visiting them
National parks and monuments in New York
- African Burial Ground National Monument,
NY.
African Burial Ground is the oldest and largest known excavated burial ground in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It protects the historic role slavery played in building New York
- Appalachian National Scenic Trail,
Maine to Georgia, CT,GA,MA,MD,ME,NC,NH,NJ,NY,PA,TN,VA,VT,WV.
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,180+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by private citizens, and completed in 1937, today the trail is managed by the National Park Service, US Forest Service, Appalachian Trail Conservancy, numerous state agencies and thousands of volunteers.
- Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail,
Various States VA,MD,DE,DC,PA,NY.
People first arrived in the Chesapeake Bay during the last ice age. As glaciers melted, diverse societies learned to thrive in a world of water. When Englishman Captain John Smith explored the Bay in 1608, he documented hundreds of American Indian communities. Today, sites on his map are archeological treasures and sacred sites for tribal citizens. Come join us on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay!
- Castle Clinton National Monument,
New York, NY.
Located at the southern tip of Manhattan Island, Castle Clinton stands where New York City began, and represents not only the city’s growth, but the growth of a nation. Initially intended to prevent a British invasion in 1812, the fortification has transformed over the years to welcome theatergoers, immigrants, sightseers, and now, millions of visitors to New York Harbor.
- Chesapeake Bay National Watershed,
Chesapeake Bay Watershed, DC,DE,MD,NY,PA,VA,WV.
NPS helps you learn about and enjoy the Chesapeake Bay, the largest estuary in North America. Here, you can visit major league cities, colonial towns, American Indian landscapes, farms and fishing villages. You can learn to kayak, pick crabs, go fishing, tour a lighthouse, slurp oysters, and slow down to enjoy the natural beauty of the Chesapeake.
- Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site,
Hyde Park, NY.
Visit the home of Eleanor Roosevelt. Here, Franklin and Eleanor entertained friends, state visitors, the press, and their associates in the tranquil and relaxed atmosphere of Val-Kill. Explore the Roosevelt saga in the homes of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, the exhibits at the nation’s first Presidential Library, and over a thousand acres of gardens and trails.
- Ellis Island Statue of Liberty National Monument,
NJ,NY.
How far would you travel to find a better life? What if the journey took weeks under difficult conditions? If you answered "Whatever it takes," you echo the feelings of the 12 million immigrants who passed through these now quiet halls from 1892 to 1954. Ellis Island afforded them the opportunity to attain the American dream for themselves and their descendants. Come hear their stories.
- Federal Hall National Memorial,
New York, NY.
Here on Wall Street, George Washington took the oath of office as our first President, and this site was home to the first Congress, Supreme Court, and Executive Branch offices. The current structure, a Customs House, later served as part of the US Sub-Treasury. Now, the building serves as a museum and memorial to our first President and the beginnings of the United States of America.
- Fire Island National Seashore,
Patchogue, NY.
Immerse yourself in an enchanting collage of coastal life and history. Rhythmic waves, high dunes, ancient maritime forests, historic landmarks and glimpses of wildlife, Fire Island has been a special place for diverse plants, animals and people for centuries. Far from the pressure of nearby big-city life, dynamic barrier island beaches offer solitude, camaraderie, and spiritual renewal.
- Fort Stanwix National Monument,
Rome, NY.
For centuries, the Oneida Carrying Place, a six mile portage connecting the Mohawk River and Wood Creek, served as a vital link for those traveling by water from the ocean to the Great Lakes. When Europeans arrived, nations fought for control of the carry, the homelands of the Six Nations Confederacy, and the rich resources of North America. In this struggle, Fort Stanwix would play a vital role.
- Gateway National Recreation Area, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island, New York and Monmouth County, New Jersey, NY,NJ.
Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for millions of visitors every year. Gateway offers green spaces and beaches alongside historic structures and cultural landscapes. Every day, Gateway is open for you to explore, envision, and enjoy!
- General Grant National Memorial,
New York, NY.
The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict in American history as Commanding General of the Union Army and then, as President of the United States, strove to heal a nation after a civil war and make rights for all citizens a reality.
- Governors Island National Monument,
New York, NY.
From 1794 to 1966, the U.S. Army on Governors Island was part of the social, political, and economic tapestry of New York City. Today, the island is a vibrant summer seasonal venue of art, culture, and performance against the backdrop of two centuries of military heritage and the skyline of one of the great cities of the world. The island is open to the public, May 1st thru Oct 31st
- Hamilton Grange National Memorial,
New York, NY.
Alexander Hamilton created the tools for the success of the United States. From his humble beginnings as an orphan on the Caribbean island of Nevis, he became George Washington's right-hand man. Come visit Hamilton Grange and find out more about this controversial founder and the country home that he built on his Harlem estate.
- Harriet Tubman National Historic Park,
Auburn, NY.
Harriet Tubman was guided by a deep faith and devotion to family, freedom, and community. After emancipating herself and members of her family, she moved them from Ontario, Canada to Fleming and Auburn, New York in 1859. Central New York was a center for progressive thought, abolition, and women’s suffrage where Tubman continued to fight for human rights and dignity until she died in 1913.
- Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt National Historic Site,
Hyde Park, NY.
Home to the 32nd and longest-serving president of the United States, Franklin D. Roosevelt returned to Hyde Park often, drawing on this place to renew his spirit during times of personal and political crisis. Explore the Roosevelt saga in the homes of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, the exhibits at the nation’s first Presidential Library, and over a thousand acres of gardens and trails.
- Lower East Side Tenement Museum National Historic Site,
Manhattan, NY.
The heart of the museum is it historic tenements, home to an estimated 7,000 people from over 20 nations between 1863 and 1935. The tenement’s cramped living spaces, the lives of past residents, and the history of the Lower East Side, contribute to its representation of the immigrant experience. Experience this museum through various in person and virtual programming today!
- Martin Van Buren National Historic Site,
Kinderhook, NY.
Today, Martin Van Buren is an obscure man, often little more than a footnote. In pre-Civil War America, however, it was impossible not to have an opinion of him. Van Buren was central to the creation of America's political parties, and to the largest crisis of his time, slavery. The above quote is from Davy Crockett, one of many Americans trying to understand the Red Fox of Kinderhook.
- National Parks of New York Harbor ,
Northern New Jersey and New York City, NY.
These 11 sites preserve more than 400 years of American history! We invite you to explore the past and investigate its relevance in our lives today. From the birth of American democracy to the evolution of commerce, harbor defense, ecology and immigration, the breadth of themes commemorated through the National Parks of New York Harbor reflect the richness and diversity of our heritage.
- North Country National Scenic Trail, Seven States-New York to North Dakota MI,MN,ND,NY,OH,PA,VT,WI.
Come to the North Country. Trek the hills and valleys. Stand on the shores of lakes and streams from glaciers 10,000 years before. Clear-flowing water, red/gold of autumn, a fairyland of snow, open prairies, and distant horizons paint the land. Historic sites along the way tell how America settled and grew as a nation. From North Dakota to Vermont, adventure is never far away.
- Sagamore Hill National Historic Site,
Oyster Bay, NY.
Sagamore Hill was the home of Theodore Roosevelt, 26th President of the United States, from 1885 until his death in 1919. During Roosevelt's time in office, his "Summer White House" was the focus of international attention. Explore 83 acres of natural surroundings and historic buildings and become inspired by the legacy of one of America's most popular presidents.
- Saint Paul's Church National Historic Site, Mount Vernon, NY - 897 South Columbus Avenue, NY.
Since 1665, Saint Paul's Church played a vital role in the colonial life of Eastchester, 20 miles north of New York City. Townspeople voted at the nearby Village Green; local militia drilled outside its doors. But the American Revolution changed everything. American, British and Hessian troops tore down the old wooden meetinghouse for firewood and used the unfinished stone chapel as a hospital.
- Saratoga National Historic Park,
Stillwater, NY.
Here, in 1777, during the American War for Independence, American troops battled and beat a British invasion force, marking the first time in world history that a British Army ever surrendered. This crucial victory secured essential foreign recognition and support, instigated world-wide wars, affirmed United States independence, and changed the face of the world.
- Statue Of Liberty National Monument,
Ellis Island, NY.
"The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" was a gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States and is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. The Statue of Liberty was dedicated on October 28, 1886. It was designated as a National Monument in 1924. Employees of the National Park Service have been caring for the colossal copper statue since 1933.
- Stonewall National Monument,
NY.
Before the 1960s almost everything about living openly as a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer (LGBTQ) person was illegal. New York City laws against homosexual activities were particularly harsh. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for LGBTQ civil rights and provided momentum for a movement.
- Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site,
New York, NY.
This is the boyhood home of the first U.S. president to be born in New York City. Raised in a townhouse at 28 E. 20th St., Theodore Roosevelt would grow up to be our 26th President and become immortalized on Mount Rushmore. However, he started life as a sickly yet bright boy who exercised to improve his health and began a lifelong passion for the "strenuous life."
- Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site,
Buffalo, NY.
As president, Theodore Roosevelt created protections for ordinary citizens, began regulation of big business, and made the US a major force in international affairs. Yet one of the most important presidencies in America's history nearly didn't happen. See the place where a brief, emotional, and improvised ceremony in Buffalo, NY brought TR into office, and forever altered the nation.
- Thomas Cole National Historic Site,
Catskill, NY.
In 1825, America was still a new nation, just forming its own unique identity and traditions. Thomas Cole invented a new style of art, one that Americans could call their own. His landscape paintings launched the art movement known as the Hudson River School. His groundbreaking achievements took place here in Catskill, New York -- in the "peaceful shades" of his beloved home, Cedar Grove.
- Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River,
Pike and Wayne (PA) and Delaware, Orange and Sullivan (NY) counties along the Delaware River, NY,PA.
Canoe through rapids and quiet pools as the Delaware River winds its way through a valley of swiftly changing scenery or fish amid rolling hills and riverfront villages in one of the finest fishing rivers in the northeastern United States. The clean water of the Delaware, the last major undammed river in the eastern United States, supports a healthy ecosystem and offers tranquility and excitement.
- Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site,
Hyde Park, NY.
Built by of one of the first families of wealth in America. Designed by one of the nation's preeminent architects. The Vanderbilt Mansion is a home built expressly for the aristocratic lifestyle.
- Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail, MA,RI,CT,NY,NJ,PA,DE,MD,VA,DC.
In 1781, General Rochambeau’s French Army joined forces with General Washington’s Continental Army to fight the British Army in Yorktown, Virginia. With the French Navy in support, the allied armies moved hundreds of miles to become the largest troop movement of the American Revolution. The effort and cooperation between the two sides led to a victory at Yorktown and secured American independence.
- Women's Rights National Historic Park,
Seneca Falls, NY.
Women’s Rights National Historical Park tells the story of the first Women’s Rights Convention held in Seneca Falls, NY on July 19-20,1848. It is a story of struggles for civil rights, human rights, and equality, global struggles that continue today. The efforts of women’s rights leaders, abolitionists, and other 19th century reformers remind us that all people must be accepted as equals.
New York State parks and historic sites
- Allan H. Treman State Marine Park - 805 Taughannock Blvd. (Rt 89), Ithaca, NY 14850. (607) 272-1460, Allan H. Treman State Park is one of the largest inland marinas in New York State. It boasts over 400 boat slips as well as picnic areas and playing fields.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Allegany State Park - Quaker Area - 2373 ASP, Rte 1, Salamanca, NY 14779, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Allegany State Park - Red House Area - 2373 ASP, Rte 1, Suite 3, Salamanca, NY 14779, The Red House Area is known for the historic tudor-style Administration Building as well as Red House Lake, offering multi-season outdoor activities.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Anthony Wayne Recreation Area - Harriman State Park - Palisades Parkway, Exit 17, Bear Mountain, NY 10911, The Area, located in Harriman State Park, lies in a wooded valley. Facilities include picnic areas with fireplaces, playing fields and cross-country ski and hiking trails.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Artpark State Park (Earl W. Brydges) - 450 South 4th Street, Lewiston, NY 14092, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Barcelona Lighthouse - 8234 E Lake Rd (Route 5), Westfield, NY 14787, Getting There, Amenities Information
- Battle Island State Park - 2150 State Route 48, Fulton, NY 13069, This popular 18-hole course lies adjacent to the Oswego River and offers golfers magnificent views from a number of its challenging fairways and greens.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park - 440 Montauk Highway, Great River, NY 11739, The Arboretum provides an oasis of quiet and natural beauty. Its current collection of conifers is probably the most extensive to be found on Long Island.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Bayswater Point State Park - 1479 Point Breeze Place, Far Rockaway, NY 11691, Located at the tip of a peninsula in the Rockaways the park offers varied terrain including beachfront, wetlands and woodlands making it an ideal location for nesting birds.Getting There, Amenities Information
- Bear Mountain State Park - Palisades Parkway or Route 9W North, Bear Mountain, NY 10911, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Beaver Island State Park - 2136 West Oakfield Road, Grand Island, NY 14072, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Beaver Pond Campgrounds - Harriman State Park - 700 Kanawaukee Road, Stony Point, NY 10980, Beaver Pond Campgrounds adjoin the Lake Welch Recreation Area within Harriman State Park and include a variety of camping accommodations and facilities.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Belmont Lake State Park - Southern State Parkway Exit 38, North Babylon, NY 11703, Belmont Lake State Park is a full service park offering boating, fishing, picnicking, playing fields, biking, horseback riding, hiking and cross-country skiing.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Bethpage State Park - 99 Quaker Meeting House Road, Farmingdale, NY 11735, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Betty and Wilbur Davis State Park - 133 Davis Road, Schenevus, NY 12155, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Big Six Mile Creek Marina - 3219 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island, NY 14072, Big Six Mile Creek Marina State Park provides a boat launch for boating and fishing access, 134 seasonal boat slips, gasoline and oil sales, ice and pump out service.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Black Diamond Trail - 1740 Taughannock Blvd., Trumansburg, NY 14886, Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Black River Trail - 25534 Ridge Road, Watertown, NY 13601, Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Blauvelt State Park - Route 303 North to East, Greenbush Road, Blauvelt, NY 10913, Blauvelt State Park is 590 acres of forested green space in Rockland County. Hiking trails provide the only access and afford spectacular views of the Hudson Valley.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Bonavista State Park - 7194 County Road 132, Ovid, NY 14521, This 9-hole course offers spectacular views over Seneca Lake as well as a full service clubhouse and restaurant and shaded picnic area.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Bowman Lake State Park - 745 Bliven Sherman Road, Oxford, NY 13830, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Brentwood State Park - 375 Crooked Hill Road, Brentwood, NY 11717, Getting There
- Brookhaven State Park - 2500 William Floyd Parkway, Ridge, NY 11961, Brookhaven State Park is 1,638-acres and is part of the central core of the Long Island Pine Barrens. The Park runs along the east side William Floyd Parkway north of Whiskey Road, and between NY 25 and NY 25A.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Buckhorn Island State Park - c/o Beaver Island State Park -- 2136 West Oakfield Road, Grand Island, NY 14072, The vast marshlands and meadows of Buckhorn Island border the Niagara River. Explore the nature trails or spend the day fishing or cross-country skiing depending on the season.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Buffalo Harbor State Park - 1111 Fuhrmann Blvd, Buffalo, NY 14203, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information
- Burnham Point State Park - 340765 NYS Route 12E, Cape Vincent, NY 13618, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Buttermilk Falls State Park - 112 E. Buttermilk Falls Rd., (Off Rt. 13 S), Ithaca, NY 14850, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Caleb Smith State Park Preserve - 581 West Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown, NY 11787, Boasting acres of undeveloped landscape the park allows visitors to explore many different habitats including freshwater wetlands, ponds, streams, fields and upland woods.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Camp Hero State Park - 1898 Montauk Highway, Montauk, NY 11954, Camp Hero offers pristine maritime forests, freshwater wetlands, stunning ocean vistas and dramatic bluffs rising from the beach, as well as an historic military instillation.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Canadarago State Marine Park - 135 Dennison Road, Richfield Springs, NY 13439, Getting There, Amenities Information
- Canandaigua Lake State Marine Park - 620 South Main Street, Canadaigua, NY 14424, Canandaigua Lake Marine Park is a boat launch facility and provides fishing access to Canandaigua Lake.Getting There, Amenities Information
- Canoe-Picnic Point State Park - 36661 Cedar Point State Park Drive, Clayton, NY 13624, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Captree State Park - 3500 E. Ocean Parkway, Bay Shore, NY 11706, Found at the eastern tip of Jones Beach Island, Captree is a haven for aquatic adventure. Open and charter boats are available for fishing, scuba diving, and sightseeing excursions.Getting There, Amenities Information
- Catharine Valley Trail - c/o Watkins Glen State Park, P.O. Box 304, Watkins Glen, NY 14891, This year round recreation trail provides visitors the opportunity to experience the scenic beauty and historic charm of the glacially-carved valley south of Seneca Lake.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve - 25 Lloyd Harbor Road, Huntington, NY 11743, Situated on a scenic peninsula extending into Long Island Sound this English-style estate offers miles of pathway winding through woodland, meadows, shoreline and salt marsh.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Cayuga Lake State Park - 2678 Lower Lake Road, Seneca Falls, NY 13148, 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. Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Cedar Island State Park - County Route 93, Hammond, NY 13646, Taking up half of its island the park is favored by people who appreciate quiet boating, fishing and beautiful scenery. The park offers campsites as well as a day-use and picnic area.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Cedar Point State Park - 36661 Cedar Point State Park Drive, Clayton, NY 13624, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Chenango Valley State Park - 153 State Park Road, Chenango Forks, NY 13746, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Cherry Plain State Park - 10 State Park Road, Petersburg, NY 12138, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Chimney Bluffs State Park - 7700 Garner Road, Wolcott, NY 14590, Chimney Bluffs features the most dramatic landscape on the Lake Ontario shore. Experience the massive earthen spires while enjoying the park's lakeshore nature trails.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Chittenango Falls State Park - 2300 Rathbun Rd., Cazenovia, NY 13035, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Clark Reservation State Park - 6105 East Seneca Turnpike, Jamesville, NY 13078, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve - 83 Nielsen Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10309, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Cold Spring Harbor State Park - 95 Harbor Rd, Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724, The park is comprised of 40 acres of hilly terrain offering scenic vistas of Cold Spring Harbor. It features a mixed hardwood forest, as well as thickets of wild mountain laurel.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Coles Creek State Park - Route 37, Waddington, NY 13694, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Conesus Lake Boat Launch - 5030 E Lake Rd, Livonia, NY 14487, Conesus Lake Boat Launch provides boaters with access to a day on the water and excellent fishing. The area also has picnic facilities and a comfort station.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve - Box 505, Oakdale, NY 11769, The preserve maintains 3,473 acres of land and water for the protection and propagation of game birds, fish and animals. Explore the 50 miles of trails winding through the park.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Cumberland Bay State Park - 152 Cumberland Head Road, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Darien Lakes State Park - 10475 Harlow Road, Darien Center, NY 14040, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Deans Cove Boat Launch - 5761 State Route 89, Romulus, NY 14541, Dean's Cove Boat Launch is a boat launch site, including power boats, with fishing access. No other facilities.Getting There, Amenities Information
- Delta Lake State Park - 8797 State Route 46, Rome, NY 13440, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- DeVeaux Woods State Park - 3180 De Veaux Woods Drive, Niagara Falls, NY 14305, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Devil's Hole State Park - Robert Moses Parkway, Niagara Falls, NY 14305, Devil's Hole State Park overlooks the Devil's Hole Rapids. The park has picnic areas, scenic overlooks and hiking trails, and is one of the more popular spots for fishing.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Dewolf Point State Park - 45920 Country Route 191, Fineview, NY 13640, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Eel Weir State Park - RD #3, Ogdensburg, NY 13669, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Evangola State Park - 10191 Old Lake Shore Road, Irving, NY 14081, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Fahnestock State Park (Clarence Fahnestock), 1498 Route 301, Carmel, NY 10512, An outdoor enthusiast's delight. The park boasts hiking trails, scenic campground, and abundant opportunities for boating, hunting, fishing, and birding.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Fahnestock Winter Park - 1570 Route 301, Carmel, NY 10512, 15 km of groomed, tracked and mapped trails for skiers and snowshoers are located within the State Park. The Park features a warming lodge, rentals, and food services.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Fair Haven Beach State Park - 14985 State Park Road, Fair Haven, NY 13064, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Fillmore Glen State Park - 1686 St. Rte. 38, Moravia, NY 13118, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Fort Niagara State Park - Route 18F, Youngstown, NY 14174, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Four Mile Creek State Park - 1055 Lake Road, Youngstown, NY 14174, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms State Park - Roosevelt Island, New York, NY 10044, Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park is located on Roosevelt Island in New York City. Designed by architect Louis I. Kahn, the park is an inspiring civic space, and free to the public.Getting There
- Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park - 2957 Crompond Road, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Franny Reese State Park - Johnson-Iorio Park, Haviland Rd, Highland, NY 12528, Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Gantry Plaza State Park - 4-09 47th Road, Long Island City, NY 11101, Spectacular views of the Manhattan skyline, including the Empire State Building and the United Nations are enhanced by the rugged beauty of the park's industrial monuments.Getting There, Amenities Information
- Genesee Valley Greenway State Park - Genesee Valley Greenway, 1 Letchworth State Park, Castile, NY 14427, | Amenities Information, Park maps
- Gilbert Lake State Park - 18 CCC Road, Laurens, NY 13796, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Gilgo State Park - Ocean Parkway, Babylon, NY 11702, Flanked by the Atlantic Ocean and the Great South Bay on Long Island's south shore this undeveloped beach boasts spectacular views. Permit and 4 wheel drive required for access.Getting There, Amenities Information
- Glimmerglass State Park - 1527 County Highway 31, Cooperstown, NY 13326, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Golden Hill State Park - 9691 Lower Lake Road, Barker, NY 14012, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Goosepond Mountain State Park - 1198 New York 17M, Chester, NY 10918, Goosepond Mountain State Park is 1,558 acres of undeveloped open space. Almost completely wooded, the park is open to hikers and horseback riders.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Grafton Lakes State Park - 254 Grafton Lakes State Park Way, Grafton, NY 12082, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Grass Point State Park - 42247 Grassy Point Road, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Green Lakes State Park - 7900 Green Lakes Road, Fayetteville, NY 13066, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Hallock State Park Preserve - 6062 Sound Avenue, Riverhead, NY 11947, Jamesport State Park offers nearly 1-mile of pristine beach front on the North Shore of Long Island along the Long Island Sound. Hiking, nature walks and bird watching in available on the eastern portion of the property.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Hamlin Beach State Park - 1 Hamlin Beach Blvd. West, Hamlin, NY 14464, Clear water, sandy beaches and tent and trailer campsites entice thousands of visitors each year. Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Harriet Hollister Spencer State Recreation Area - 6775 Canadice Hill Road, Springwater, NY 14560, The Recreation Area provides picnic tables, hiking, cross-country skiing and biking trails. Deer hunting is permitted in season. Small game hunting is not permitted at any time.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Harriman State Park - Seven Lakes Dr / Bear Mountain Circle, Ramapo, NY 10974, The second-largest park in the parks system boasts 31 lakes and reservoirs, 200 miles of hiking trails, three beaches, camping areas, and a network of scenic views and sites.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Heckscher State Park - Heckscher Parkway Field 1, East Islip, NY 11730, Twenty miles of trails, swimming in the Great South Bay and boating attract more than a million visitors per year.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Helen McNitt State Park - 5133 East Lake Rd., Cazenovia, NY 13035, Getting There, Amenities Information
- Hempstead Lake State Park - 1000 Lake Drive, West Hempstead, NY 11552, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- High Tor State Park - 415 South Mountain Road, New City, NY 10956, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Highland Lakes State Park - 55-223 Tamms Rd, Middletown, NY 10941, Highland Lakes State Park consists of more than 3,000 acres of undeveloped woods and lakes. Visitors use the park for fishing, hiking, horseback riding and flying model planes.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Higley Flow State Park - 442 Cold Brook Drive, Colton, NY 13625, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Hither Hills State Park - 164 Old Montauk Highway, Montauk, NY 11954, The Atlantic Ocean and the unique "walking dunes" of Napeague Harbor form the border for this scenic park. The park boasts a sandy beach and woodland area for outdoor recreation.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Honeoye Lake Boat Launch State Park - 6150 East Lake Rd., Honeoye, NY 14471, Honeoye Lake Boat Launch provides a boat launch site, including power boats, and fishing access. There is ice fishing in the winter.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Hudson Highlands State Park Preserve - 3011 Route 9D, Cold Spring, NY 10516, A mostly undeveloped preserve of nearly 6,000 acres, the park consists of a series of separate parcels of land offering activities such as fishing, boating, hiking, and birding.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Hudson River Islands State Park - Hudson River, Coxsackie, NY 12192, Accessible only by boat, the islands of Gay's Point and Stockport Middle Ground are home to many rare and endangered plant and animal species providing a scenic backdrop for Hudson River Islands State Park., Getting There, Park maps
- Hudson River Park - 353 West St 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10044, | Amenities Information
- Irondequoit Bay State Marine Park - Entrance possible from either, Culver Road or Route 590 North, Irondequoit, NY 14622, Irondequoit Bay Marine Park is a launch site for small and power boats providing fishing access to Lake Ontario. It has a small toilet facility and a boat clean out station.Getting There, Amenities Information
- Jacques Cartier State Park - Route 12, Morristown, NY 13664, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- James Baird State Park - 14 Maintenance Lane, Pleasant Valley, NY 12569, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Jones Beach State Park - 2400 Ocean Parkway, Wantagh, NY 11793, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Joseph Davis State Park - 4143 Lower River Road, Lewiston, NY 14092, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Keewaydin State Park - 45165 NYS Route 12, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607, The St. Lawrence River location offers excellent boating, fishing and winter activities. Steep, rocky outcroppings provide views of ocean-going vessels traversing the river.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Keuka Lake State Park - 3560 Pepper Road, Bluff Point, NY 14478, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Knox Farm State Park - 437 Buffalo Road, East Aurora, NY 14052, Situated on a former country estate the park is adjacent to the historic village of East Aurora. The park features a variety of habitats and is home to several species of farm animals.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Kring Point State Park - 25950 Kring Point Road, Redwood, NY 13679, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Lake Erie State Park - 5838 Route 5, Brocton, NY 14716, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Lake Sebago Beach - Harriman State Park - Palisades Interstate Park Commission, Bear Mountain, NY 10911, Lake Sebago Beach in Harriman State Park is surrounded by lawns, fields and picnic areas. In addition to swimming from the sandy beach, anglers can fish for bass, perch and sunfish.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Lake Superior State Park - 342 Dr Duggan Rd, Bethel, NY 12720, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information
- Lake Taghkanic State Park - 1528 Route 82, Ancram, NY 12502, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Lake Tiorati Beach - Harriman State Park - 2300 Seven Lakes Drive, Southfields, NY 10975, Lake Tiorati was formed by combining two ponds into one large lake. Surrounded by meadows and rolling, wooded hills, the park offers swimming, fishing, boating and picnicking.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Lake Welch Beach - Harriman State Park - 800 Kanawaukee Road, Stony Point, NY 10980, Man-made Lake Welch, boasting a half-mile-long sandy beach in the wooded hills of the Ramapo Mountains, became the large lake that it is today when a dam was completed in 1942.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Lakeside Beach State Park - Route 18, Waterport, NY 14571, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Letchworth State Park - 1 Letchworth State Park, Castile, NY 14427, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Lodi Point State Park - Lower Lake Road, Lodi, NY 14860, Lodi Point Marine Park is a boat launch and picnic site. The park has modest accommodations for boaters, picnickers and anglers.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Long Point State Park - Finger Lakes, 2063 Lake Rd., Aurora, NY 13026, Located on the shore of Cayuga Lake the park provides boat launch facilities, a beach with swimming area, picnic areas, fishing access and a full service vacation rental.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Long Point State Park - Thousand Islands, 7495 State Park Road, Three Mile Bay, NY 13693, Situated on a peninsula facing Chaumont Bay on Lake Ontario the park is in a remote area, almost completely surrounded by water and offers a peaceful, relaxing camping experience.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Long Point State Park on Lake Chautauqua, 4459, Route 430, Bemus Point, NY 14712, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Macomb Reservation State Park - 201 Campsite Road, Schuyler Falls, NY 12985, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Mark Twain State Park and Soaring Eagles Golf Course, 201 Middle Road, Horseheads, NY 14845, Mark Twain State Park is the home of one of the most scenic and challenging 18-hole courses in the area. The 18-holes are marked by glacial features such as "kettle ponds".Getting There, Amenities Information
- Marsha P. Johnson State Park (East River State Park), 90 Kent Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211, Located along the East River in Brooklyn the park offers visitors a stunning view of the Manhattan skyline, and its green space offers opportunities for recreation and relaxation.Getting There, Amenities Information
- Mary Island State Park - Access is by boat only, from either Dewolf Point State Park (2.5 miles over water), Grass Point State Park (4 miles over water), or Keewaydin State Park (2 miles over water)., 1000 Islands, NY 13624, Mary Island State Park comprises 12 heavily-wooded acres with steep rocky outcroppings offering seclusion and spectacular views of the Canadian shore or the shipping channel.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Max V. Shaul State Park - Route 30, Fultonham, NY 12071, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Mexico Point Boat Launch - County Rt. 40, Mexico, NY 13114, Getting There, Amenities Information
- Midway State Park - 4859 Route 430, Bemus Point, NY 14712, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information
- Mills Norrie State Park (Margaret Lewis Norrie), 9 Old Post Road, Staatsburg, NY 12580, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Mine Kill State Park - POB 923 / 161 Minekill Road, North Blenheim, NY 12131, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Minnewaska State Park Preserve - 5281 Route 44-55, Kerhonkson, NY 12446, Located on the Shawangunk Mountain ridge is one of the most unique and beautiful parks in New York State. It features numerous waterfalls, lakes, and stunning cliff-edge views.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Minnewaska State Park Preserve: Sam's Point Area - 400 Sam’s Point Road, Cragsmoor, NY 12420, | Amenities Information, Park maps
- Montauk Downs State Park - 50 South Fairview Avenue, Montauk, NY 11954, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information
- Montauk Point State Park - 2000 Montauk Highway, Montauk, NY 11954, A heavily-wooded area on the tip of Long Island offers some of the best surf fishing in the world. Calm water reveals the "race" of converging tides from the Ocean and the Sound.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Moreau Lake State Park - 605 Old Saratoga Road, Gansevoort, NY 12831, Amid hardwood forests, pine stands and rocky ridges and shady groves of trees the park offers Moreau Lake surrounded by a sandy beach, camping and picnic grounds, and hiking trails.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Newtown Battlefield State Park - 2346 Co. Rt. 60, Elmira, NY 14901, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Niagara Falls State Park - 332 Prospect Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Nissequogue River State Park - 799 Saint Johnland Road, Kings Park, NY 11754, The north shore of Long Island offers a variety of habitats including tidal and fresh water wetlands and hardwood forests to the park's shore birds, reptiles and amphibians.Getting There, Amenities Information
- Nyack Beach State Park - 698 N. Broadway, Upper Nyack, NY 10960, Nyack Beach State Park boasts 61 acres of riverfront along the Hudson in Rockland County. The most popular activities are picnicking, hiking, bicycling and fishing.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Oak Orchard State Marine Park - NY Route 18, Carlton, NY 14571, Oak Orchard State Marine Park is a boat launch facility on Lake Ontario with fishing access and picnic areas.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Ogden Mills & Ruth Livingston Mills State Park - Mills Mansion 1 Road, Staatsburg, NY 12580, The park offers fabulous views of the Hudson River. It also boasts the Dinsmore golf course, one of the oldest public golf courses in the country, where patrons can play 9 or 18 holes.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park - 15 Walnut Street (Park Office), Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522, Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Old Erie Canal State Historic Park - Dewitt "to" Rome, Dewitt/Rome, NY 13214, Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Oquaga Creek State Park - 5995 County Route 20, Bainbridge, NY 13733, A 55-acre Arctic Lake located amidst rolling, wooded hills has a sand beach for swimmers, and great fishing for anglers. Camping is available as is a full service vacation rental.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Orient Beach State Park - 40000 Main Road (Route 25), Orient, NY 11957, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Pat McGee Trail - Pat McGee Trail, Little Valley, NY 14755, | Amenities Information, Park maps
- Peebles Island State Park - 1 Delaware Avenue North, Cohoes, NY 12047, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Pine Grove Boat Launch - 7101 State Route #3, Pulaski, NY 13142, Getting There
- Pixley Falls State Park - 11430 State Route 46, Boonville, NY 13309, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Point Au Roche State Park - 19 Camp Red Cloud Road, Plattsburgh, NY 12901, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Reservoir State Park - 5777 Witmer, Niagara Falls, NY 14304, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Riverbank State Park (Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park), 679 Riverside Drive, New York, NY 10031, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Robert G. Wehle State Park - 5182 State Park Road, Henderson, NY 13650, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Robert H. Treman State Park - 105 Enfield Falls Rd., Ithaca, NY 14850, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Robert Moses State Park - Long Island, 600 Robert Moses State Parkway, Babylon, NY 11702, Robert Moses has five miles of ocean beach from which visitors can swim, surf or surf-fish. The park also has picnic areas, an 18-hole pitch & putt golf course, and a day use boat basin.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Robert Moses State Park - Thousand Islands, 32 Beach Marina Road, Massena, NY 13662, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Robert V. Riddell State Park - Accessible off NY 28, north of I-88 from Riddell Road, Davenport, NY 13750, The park offers a many family-friendly passive recreational opportunities in the Susquehanna River Valley and is a preferred destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Roberto Clemente State Park - 301 West Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information
- Rock Island Lighthouse State Park - Accessible by boat only, Fisher's Landing, NY 13641, Commissioned in 1847, the fifty-foot Rock Island Lighthouse was one of six lights built along the St. Lawrence River to guide traffic to and from Lake Ontario. After a lengthy restoration process, it will reopen to the public in the summer of 2013.Getting There, Amenities Information
- Rockefeller State Park Preserve - 125 Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY 10570, Visitors will delight in the outdoor activities offered at the ever growing haven of open space in Westchester County known as Rockefeller State Park Preserve.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Rockland Lake State Park - 299 Rockland Lake Rd., Valley Cottage, NY 10989, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Sampson State Park - 6096 Route 96A, Romulus, NY 14541, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Sandy Island Beach State Park - 3387 County Route 15, Pulaski, NY 13142, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Saratoga Lake State Boat Launch - 19 Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, Saratoga Lake State Boat Launch, located on Route 9P on beautiful Saratoga Lake, is open year-round and has parking capacity for up to 100 trailers.Getting There, Amenities Information
- Saratoga Spa State Park - 19 Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Schodack Island State Park - 1 Schodack Island Way, Schodack Landing, NY 12156, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Schunnemunk State Park - Different access points are available for different trails;, Orange County, NY 12553, Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Sebago Cabin Camp - Harriman State Park - Seven Lakes Drive, Harriman State Park, NY 10901, Located on Lake Sebago the camp offers rustic cabins and full service cottages and gives access to all the amenities Harriman State Park has to offer.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Selkirk Shores State Park - 7101 State Route #3, Pulaski, NY 13142, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Seneca Lake State Park - 1 Lakefront Drive, Geneva, NY 14456, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Shadmoor State Park - 900 Montauk Highway, Montauk, NY 11954, Located on the tip of Long Island the park features a long ocean beach, rolling geography and shadbush growth. Bluffs and freshwater wetlands are also part of the preserve.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Shirley Chisholm State Park - Fountain Side Entrance:, 950 Fountain Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11239, , Penn Side Entrance:, 1750 Pennsylvania Avenue (also known as 1750 Granville Payne Avenue), Brooklyn, NY 11239, Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Silver Lake State Park - 4229 W Lake Road, Castile, NY 14427, Silver Lake State Park provides a boat launch facility for boating and fishing on the lake. The area also has picnic facilities and a comfort station which is open year round.Getting There, Amenities Information
- Silver Mine - Harriman State Park - Palisades Interstate Park Commission, Bear Mountain, NY 10911, The Silver Mine area of Harriman State Park offers picnic grounds, fishing and hiking.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Southwick Beach State Park - 8119 Southwicks Place, Henderson, NY 13650, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- State Park at the Fair, New York State Fair, 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY 13209, While visiting the New York State Fair this summer be sure to stop at the State Park at the Fair and sample some of our programs in an oasis-like park setting around the reflecting pool.Getting There, Amenities Information
- Sterling Forest State Park - 116 Old Forge Road, Tuxedo, NY 10987, The park is comprised of pristine natural refuge amidst of one of the nation's most densely populated areas, remarkable woodland, and a tremendous outdoor recreation area.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Stony Brook State Park - 10820 Route 36 South, Dansville, NY 14437, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Storm King State Park - Mountain Road, Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY 12520, Storm King State Park is an undeveloped park offering unsurpassed views of the Catskills and the Hudson Valley. Hikers and hunters enjoy this undisturbed green space.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Sunken Meadow State Park (Governor Alfred E. Smith), Rte. 25A and Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park, NY 11754, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Sunset Bay State Marine Park - 12952 Allegany Road, Irving, NY 14081, Getting There, Amenities Information
- Taconic State Park - Copake Falls Area - 253 Route 344, Copake Falls, NY 12517, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Taconic State Park - Rudd Pond Area - 59 Rudd Drive, Millerton, NY 12546, Located in Taconic State Park, Rudd Pond offers campers and day visitors a wide variety of activities including swimming, picnicking, hiking, boating and biking.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Tallman Mountain State Park - Route 9W, Sparkill, NY 10976, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Taughannock Falls State Park - 1740 Taughannock Blvd., Trumansburg, NY 14886, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Thacher State Park - 830 Thacher Park Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Thompson's Lake Campground - Thacher State Park - 68 Thompsons Lake Road, East Berne, NY 12059, Nestled in the mountains just four miles from the Helderberg Escarpment, the park is a popular camping ground and recreation area featuring many outdoor activities.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Trail View State Park - 8101 Jericho Turnpike, (next to Stop & Shop), Woodbury, NY 11797, Serving as a link along the Nassau/Suffolk Greenbelt Trail the park encompasses a variety of habitats and undeveloped resources such as hardwood forests, marshes and fields.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Two Rivers State Park Recreation Area - Banzhoff Road, Waverly, NY 14892, Two Rivers State Park features recreation trails for hiking, biking, skiing or snowshoeing through steep forested slopes and open hilltop meadows.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Valley Stream State Park - Valley Stream State Park Rd., Valley Stream, NY 11580, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Verona Beach State Park - 6541 Lakeshore Road South, Route 13, Verona Beach, NY 13162, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park - Highland Entrance:, 87 Haviland Road, Highland, NY 12528, , Poughkeepsie Entrance:, 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, The park provides access to the Hudson River's breathtaking landscape. The bridge deck stands 212 feet above the river's surface and is 6,678 feet (1.28 miles) long, making it the longest, elevated pedestrian bridge in the world.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Waterson Point State Park - 44927 Cross Island Road, Fineview, NY 13640, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information
- Watkins Glen State Park - 1009 N Franklin St, Watkins Glen, NY 14891, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Wellesley Island State Park - 44927 Cross Island Road, Fineview, NY 13640, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Westcott Beach State Park - Route 3, Henderson, NY 13650, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Whetstone Gulf State Park - 6065 West Rd., Lowville, NY 13367, 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.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Whirlpool State Park - Niagara Scenic Parkway, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Wildwood State Park - 790 Hulse Landing Road, Wading River, NY 11792, Acres of undeveloped hardwood forest terminating on the high bluff overlooking Long Island Sound provides the scenic background for swimming, camping, picnicking and fishing.Getting There, Camping Reservations, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Wilson-Tuscarora State Park - 3371 Lake Road, Wilson, NY 14172, 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.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
- Wonder Lake State Park - 380 Ludingtonville Road, Holmes, NY 12531, Wonder Lake is a hiker's delight of 8.6 miles of marked trails. Walk on what was historically bridle trails around scenic Wonder Lake in this 1133-acre area. Get in touch with nature around the 3-acre Laurel Pond. Whether you enjoy hiking, fishing, birding or hunting, Wonder Lake has it all.Getting There, Amenities Information, Park maps
Woodlawn Beach State Park - S-3580 Lakeshore Rd, Blasdell, NY 14219, Located on Lake Erie, within the Buffalo metropolitan area, the park offers a beautiful, long
natural sand beach with lovely panoramic views and spectacular sunsets on the lake.Getting There, Amenities
Information, Park maps
New York Seasons, bugs, topography and climate
New York state is generally humid, but the extreme southeastern portion of the state (New York City and Long Island area) are warmer and more humid. Winter temperatures average below freezing during January and February in much of New York state, but several degrees above freezing along the Atlantic coastline, including New York City. Seasonally, summer-like conditions prevail from June to early September statewide, while areas in far southern New York and New York City have summer conditions from late May through early-mid October.
New York Camping tips
Arranging a stay at a New York state park is easy! Reservations can be made from 1 day - 9 months in advance by calling toll free 1-800-456-CAMP or New York State Parks on ReserveAmerica. For spur of the moment trips, rentals are also available on a walk-up basis.
Reservations will be taken as follows:
From December 1 through mid-March:
Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
From mid-March through Labor Day:
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
From the day after Labor Day through November 30:
Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Access Pass users please note: qualification changes are in effect as of May 19th, 2010. Before making your camping reservations, please learn whether your pass will be eligible.
New Pet Policy in affect as of August 2011. No more than 2 pets per site where pets are permitted.
There are both state parks and private campgrounds in New York.