The Adirondack State Park, located in upstate New York, is a breathtaking natural wonder that encompasses over six million acres of pristine wilderness. With its majestic mountains, crystal-clear lakes and rivers, dense forests teeming with diverse wildlife species, and charming small towns nestled ........more >

Perched atop a hill in Southern Otsego County, Betty and Wilbur Davis State Park provides spectacular views to the south and west. Nearly two thirds of the park is blanketed by a forest of hardwoods intermixed with smaller areas of conifer plantation. The remainder of this 229-acre property is occupied ........more >

Bowman Lake State Park is a 967 acre remote sylvan retreat known as a camper's paradise. Scenic park roads wind through evergreen and hardwood forests to shady campsites. There is a sandy lakefront with several picnic areas nearby. The lake is regularly stocked with trout, and birdwatchers can spot ........more >

Broome State Forest is a stunning natural refuge that offers a tranquil and immersive experience in nature. Covering a vast expanse, the forest boasts an enchanting mix of towering hardwoods, vibrant wildflowers, and meandering trails that wind through its thick canopies. As visitors wander through ........more >

Chenango State Forest, located in upstate New York, is a lush and diverse oasis of natural beauty. Spanning over thousands of acres, this forest is adorned with majestic hardwood trees, tranquil brooks, and scenic vistas. This enchanting sanctuary offers a plethora of outdoor activities, including hiking, ........more >

Chenango Valley State Park is an ice age wonder. Its two kettle lakes, Lily and Chenango, were created when the last glacier retreated and left behind huge chunks of buried ice which melted to form the lakes, and bog. Birdwatchers may glimpse woodpeckers, nut hatches, warblers and thrushes along woodland ........more >

A picturesque 167 foot waterfall is the main attraction of Chittenango Falls State Park Glacial sculpting over 40 million year-old bedrock is responsible for this scenic feature. An interesting variety of both plants and wildlife may be found along the trails. Visitors can view the falls from the top, ........more >

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, ........more >

Gilbert Lake State Park's lake and three ponds lie in wooded, hilly terrain in the foothills of the Catskills. In addition to cabins and campsites, the park has more than 12 miles of interconnecting trails for hikers, skiers, snowmobilers and snowshoers. Playgrounds and a disc golf course, as well as ........more >

Glimmerglass State Park, located eight miles outside the village of Cooperstown, overlooks Otsego Lake, the Glimmerglass of James Fenimore Cooper's Leatherstocking Tales. The rolling, partially-wooded terrain is host to a wide variety of wildlife. An uphill trail through the forest affords a spectacular ........more >

Max V. Shaul State Park is a small, quiet camping area with 30 wooded tent and trailer sites. The park has shady picnic grounds, as well as playing fields and a playground. There is a nature and hiking trail, fishing is allowed in Panther Creek and winter visitors can cross-country ski. The park's proximity ........more >

Located in the scenic Schoharie Valley, Mine Kill State Park overlooks the NY Power Authority's Blenheim-Gilboa Pumped Storage Power Project. Providing good fishing opportunities, the lower reservoir is stocked with trout and walleye, and has several other species, including bass and is ideal for motor ........more >

Pixley Falls State Park's main attraction is the 50-foot waterfall, close to the picnic area. This picturesque park also features steep, wooded hills and a mountain stream. A nature trail meanders through the forest and past Pixley Falls. The park has access to numerous miles of trout streams. Pixley ........more >

Robert V. Riddell State Park offers more than 2,000 acres of fields and forested woodlands located in the Susquehanna River Valley. The park is named for Robert V. Riddell of Coliersville who believed that we are caretakers of the land and that we should pass it on, undeveloped to future generations. The ........more >

Tracy Creek State Forest is a serene and captivating natural area that offers a serene escape. Covering a vast expanse of land, the forest boasts an enchanting combination of towering trees, vibrant vegetation, and tranquil creeks. With its well-maintained trails winding through the diverse landscape, ........more >

Verona Beach State Park, located on the eastern shore of Oneida Lake, is a picnicker's and camper's delight. Shaded picnic areas and the campground are adjacent to the beach with an excellent view of the water. The lake, Black Creek, cattail marshes, and bottomland hardwood swamps give Verona Beach ........more >