Lifeguard
Are you a strong swimmer, love to be outdoors and looking for a summer job? Plan now and join the State Parks Lifeguard team. Dates to qualify have started: find a location near you
Snowmobile Safety Courses
Take a snowmobile safety course and keep your winter adventures fun and safe! Topics covered include pre-ride preparation, trail etiquette, operation in various weather conditions and how to handle emergencies. Learn More
Renew Your Empire Pass Card Online for the 2019 Season.
Save time and money! Renew before March 31st 2019 and get a special $10 discount--online only. Learn More
Featured Story
Evangola State Park, Lake Erie's Winter Playground
Each winter Lake Erie's famous lake-effect weather transform the trails at Evangola into a winter wonderland -- perfect for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
What's New
- Building Better Parks: Update on NY Parks 2020 Progress
- Economic Benefits of the New York State Park System
- 2018 New York State Camping Guide
- Connect Kids to Parks Field Trip Application
- Latest newsletter: Park Connect, February 2019
- Use our Virtual tours to plan your next trip
- Check Out Our Photo Galleries
- 2019 PGA Championship at Bethpage Black
Event Highlights
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Thu 21 MarWinter Walk and Bingo Saratoga Spa State Park
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Sat 30 MarNature BINGO Point Au Roche State Park
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Fri 05 AprMid-Hudson Astronomical Association Monthly Star Party Lake Taghkanic State Park
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Sat 13 AprSpring Scavenger Hunt at the Welcome Center Grafton Lakes State Park
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Sat 13 AprEgg Hunt Moreau Lake State Park
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Sat 13 AprEgg Hunt Moreau Lake State Park Nature Center
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Wed 17 AprColonial History Day Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site
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Thu 18 AprThe Little Garden Club Jay Heritage Center
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Digital Brochures
State park, historic site and camping information are available in digital format and may be downloaded.
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