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Discover Great Places for Upstate Hiking, Biking, Birding, Camping & More !
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> Warren County Bikeway
1340 State Route 9, Lake George, NY 12845
This paved 9.4-mile, multi-use trail with rolling hills and diverse terrain traverses over bridges, through woods, and past streams and ponds.
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> 1000 Acres Ranch Resort
465 Warrensburg Road, Stony Creek, NY 12878
This all-inclusive dude ranch provides a true Adirondack experience featuring horseback riding, nature trails, kayaking, tubing, events and so much more. ..
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> Ride your own Rail Car in the Adirondacks
Thendara Station, 2568 State Route 28, Thendara, NY 13472
Adirondack Rail Bike Adventures invites you to travel on the rails over rivers & streams while enjoying rare glimpses at nature and its wildlife.
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> Adirondack Railbike Adventures: Tupper Lake
Tupper Lake Station 37 Depot Street Tupper Lake, NY 12986
Adirondack Railbike Adventures offers 7-mile round trip railbike excursions from its Tupper Lake station each spring, summer and fall.
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> Discover Albany's vast Pine Bush Preserve
195 New Karner Road #1, Albany, NY 12205
Locally known as the Pine Bush, this 3,350-acre preserve is one of the largest of the 20 inland pine barrens in the world.
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> Enjoy Camping at Allegany State Park
2373 ASP Route 1, Salamanca, NY 14779
Allegany State Park in Western NY offers 18 hiking trails, three of which have been developed as self-guided nature trails, paved biking trails and more...
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> The Andes Rail Trail is an easily accessible hiking trail in an idyllic setting
266 Depot St., Andes, NY 13731
The Andes Rail Trail is an easily accessible hiking trail in an idyllic setting, suitable for individuals and families of all ages.
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> Arrowhead Park
160 Route 28, Inlet, NY 13360
Located on beautiful Fourth Lake, guest can enjoy spectacular sunsets, swimming, tennis, baseball, picnics and playing on the playground.
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> Explore Birding and Hiking at the Audubon Nature Center
1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, NY 14701
The Audubon Nature Center wildlife sanctuary has several observation opportunities and includes exhibits and more than five miles of trails and more ..
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> Experience a unique Adventure at the Ausable Chasm
2144 Route 9, Au Sable Chasm, NY 12911
Called the Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks, the Ausable Chasm holds an assortment of adventures like no other.
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> Autumn Outing on the Raquette River
45 Museum Dr., Tupper Lake, NY 12986
This autumn, join a NYS Licensed Guide and Wild Center Naturalist on an interpretive canoe paddle along the Raquette River’s oxbow.
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> Bahar Preserve and Carpenter Falls
3800 Appletree Point Road, Skaneateles, NY 13152
Near Skaneateles Lake, Bahar Preserve's dramatic forest and gorge landscape offers hikers a dramatic view of the 100-foot deep Bear Swamp Creek Ravine.
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> Bald Mountain (Rondaxe Mountain)
Webb, NY 13420
Formerly called Rondaxe Mountain, the Rondaxe Fire Tower is located on the summit and has been restored, affording incredible views.
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> Beacon Mountain
Fishkill, NY 12524
Hudson Highlands' highest peak, Beacon Mountain offers two summits, hiking trails, a fire lookout tower and monument and the ruins of the Mount Beacon Incline Railway...
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> Bear Mountain State Park
Route 9W North, Bear Mountain, NY 10911
Bear Mountain State Park offers a large play field, shaded picnic groves, lake and river fishing access, a swimming pool, Trailside Museums and Zoo, hiking, biking and more...
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> Beaver Island State Park
2136 Oakfield Road, Grand Island, NY 14072
This 950-acre park has a half-mile sandy beach for swimming, an adjacent 80- slip marina, an 18-hole championship golf course and more...
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> Beaver Lake habitats create the possibility of seeing more than 200 species of birds
8477 E. Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville, NY 13027
The more than nine miles of maintained walking trails provides a rich mix of habitats with the possibility of seeing more than 200 species of birds and more than 800 varieties of plants.
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> Beaver Pond Campground
700 Kanawauke Road, Stony Point, NY 10980
Located in Harriman State Park and adjacent to Lake Welch, the campground offers access to swimming beaches, hiking trails and neighboring state park facilities.
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> Betty & Wilber Davis State Park
Davis Road, Worcester, NY 12197
Perched atop a hill, Betty and Wilbur Davis State Park provides spectacular views to the south and west and is bedecked with a forest of hardwoods, areas of conifer plantation, gently rolling meadowlands and two ponds.
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> Black River Feeder Canal Trail
Erwin Park, Erwin Parkway, Boonville, NY 13309
This remote and scenic trail travels through woods and fields along the towpath that follows the Black River Feeder Canal.
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> Black River Trail
Route 3, Watertown, NY 13601
Black River Trail follows part of an abandoned segment corridor of the NY Central Railroad and is a 5-mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Great Bend, NY.
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> Bowman Lake State Park
745 Bliven Sherman Road, Oxford, NY 13830
Bowman Lake features a sandy beach and shady campsites for both tents and trailers, rustic cabins, a nature center and more...
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> Breakneck Ridge
Philipstown, NY 10516
Often called ‘the most popular day hike in America,’ Breakneck Ridge is a challenging four-mile climb with several summits, rock scrambling and river views.
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> Brook n Wood Family Campground
1947 County Route 8, Elizaville, NY 12523
Set on 62 wooded acres, Brook n Wood is a private campground that offers tent and RV sites along with cabins and RV rentals.
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> Buffalo Harbor State Park
1111 Fuhrmann Boulevard, Buffalo, NY 14203
The first state park in the city of Buffalo, Buffalo Harbor offers beautiful views of Lake Erie and adjacent to the popular Tifft Nature Preserve.
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> Tour Buffalo by Pedal Tours, Boats and Bikes
359 Ganson St., Buffalo, NY 14203
Pedal Tours depart from two locations, downtown Buffalo and Canalside, while boat tours leave from the River Works.
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> Buffalo Touring Company
25 Nottingham Court, Buffalo, New York 14216
Enjoy an historical tour on a Segway through some of Buffalo’s most famous attractions, buildings, and historic sites like the Buffalo Museum, Buffalo Zoo, Delaware Park and more...
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> Bull Hill (Mt. Taurus)
Route 9D to the trailhead, Cold Spring, NY 10516
Also known as Mount Taurus, Bull Hill is a mountain just north of the village of Cold Spring on the Hudson River as part of the river-straddling range known as the Hudson Highlands.
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> Buttercup Audubon Sanctuary
6862 NY-82, Stanfordville, NY 12581
Open dawn until dusk, this 641-acre sanctuary offers six miles of trails and the opportunity to experience diverse habitats and witness a wide variety of wildlife.
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> Buttermilk Falls State Park
106 E. Buttermilk Falls Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
Buttermilk Falls takes its name from the foaming cascade formed by Buttermilk Creek, which descends 500 feet and forms a natural pool for swimming.
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> Camillus Erie Canal Park Trail/Jordan Canal Park Trail
5750 Devoe Rd, Camillus, NY 13031
Camillus Erie Canal Park is nestled between Nine Mile Creek and a wooded hillside near Camillus.
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> Camp at Fair Haven Beach State Park
14985 State Park Rd, Sterling, NY 13156
The park features 1,500 feet of beautiful sandy beach with campgrounds and cabin areas nestled within its woodlands...
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> Cascadilla Gorge Trail
Cascadilla Gorge Trail, Ithaca, NY 14850
The Cascadilla Gorge Trail system is a popular gorge trail connecting Cornell University to downtown and its creek has carved its way through bedrock exposing rocks deposited 400 million years ago.
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> Cat & Thomas Mountain Trails
Valley Woods Road, Bolton Landing, NY 12814
Just a five-minute drive from quaint Bolton Landing, the Nature trails to the summits of Cat and Thomas provide a rewarding introduction to hiking the Adirondack trails and both reward hikers with wonderful views
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> Catskill State Park
Big Indian, NY 12410
The Catskill Park features more than 700,000 acres of enchanting wilderness located within the Catskill Mountains of New York State.
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> Cayuga Lake State Park
2678 Lower Lake Road, Seneca Falls, NY 13148
Just 6 miles east of the village of Seneca Falls, Cayuga Lake State Park is a 188-acre state park located on the north end of the lake.
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> Charlie Major Nature Trail
Crow Hill Road, Skaneateles, NY 13152
Enjoy the natural and historic aspects by walking the Charlie Major Nature Trail as it traverses along Skaneateles Creek between Old Seneca Turnpike and Crow Hill Road.
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> Chenango County – in the “Center of it All”
15 S. Broad St., Norwich, NY 13815
Nestled among the hills of South-Central New York, Chenango County warmly invites you to their neck of the woods for your next family vacation or romantic getaway
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> Chenango Valley State Park
153 State Park Road, Chenango Forks, NY 13746
A product of the ice age, Chenango Valley State Park boasts two kettle lakes, originating from when the last glacier retreated
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> Cherry Plain State Park
10 State Park Road, Petersburg, NY 12138
The 175-acre Cherry Plain State Park features a sandy beach on Black River Pond, with bathhouse and comfort station nearby as well as picnic grounds and a boat launch.
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> Chimney Bluffs State Park
7700 Garner Road, Wolcott, NY 14590
One of Upstate New York's most gorgeous and unique parks, Chimney Bluffs shows off strange rock formations and spires.
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> Clark Reservation State Park
6105 E. Seneca Turnpike, Jamesville, NY 13078
Clark Reservation State Park's natural features include rugged cliffs and rocky outcrops, woodland and meadow, a wetland and a glacial meromictic lake.
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> Classic Adventures - Hudson
Hudson, NY 12534
This fun tour features super cycling and scenic roads winding through quaint villages with educational stops, points of historic of interest, and visits to nationally recognized homes of America's artists, inventors, and leaders.
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> Cohoes Falls at Falls View Park
231-341 N Mohawk St., Cohoes, NY 12047
The four-acre Falls View Park offers a view of the scenic Cohoes Falls that spans the Mohawk River between Cohoes and Waterford, NY.
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> Cole's Woods
40 Parkview Ave., Queensbury, NY 12804
Open year round, Cole’s Woods opened the first lighted cross-country ski trails in North America in December of 1971 and offers many recreational activities.
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> Corbett's Glen Nature Park
415 Penfield Road, Rochester, NY 14625
A secluded park just 4.9 miles from Rochester, Corbett’s Glen provides 2 miles of 8-feet-wide trails that run by meadows, wetlands and a waterfall...
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> Crandall Park
Upper Glen Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801
A picturesque wooded park, Crandall Park features a fishing pond, soccer and softball fields, basketball courts and play structures and more...
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> Croton Point Park
Croton Point Avenue, Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520
Situated on a peninsula on the east shore of the Hudson River, this 508-acre park offers year-round events and activities along with camping, hiking, swimming and fishing.
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> Cumberland Bay State Park
152 Cumberland Head Road, Plattsburgh, NY 12901
This popular park is set on the western shore of gorgeous Lake Champlain and features a large, natural sandy beach, picnic grounds and tent and RV campsites.
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> Cumming Nature Center
6472 Gulick Road, Naples, NY 14512
The Cumming Nature Center is a 900-acre environmental education facility offering themed hiking and exploring trails, educational programs, events and service-learning opportunities.
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> Darien Lakes State Park
10475 Harlow Road, Darien Center, NY 14040
This 1,845-acre state park is a nice mix of hills, beautiful woodlands, ravines and streams yet it is only 3.9 miles from the exciting Darien Lake Theme Park Resort.
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> De Veaux Woods State Park
180 De Veaux Woods Drive, Niagara Falls, NY 14305
This park has a path that leads across the Niagara Scenic Parkway to Whirlpool State Park with access to the Niagara gorge trail system.
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> De Veaux Woods State Park in Winter
180 De Veaux Woods Drive, Niagara Falls, NY 14305
De Veaux offers cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and ice skating in the winter and has a path that leads across the Niagara Scenic Parkway to Whirlpool State Park with access to the Niagara gorge trail system.
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> Delaware Park
84 Parkside Ave., Buffalo, NY 14214
Considered Buffalo’s “Central Park,” one of the most prominent features in the park is the Marcy Casino Building, built for the 1901 fair ..
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> Delphi Falls County Park
2006 Cardner Road, New Woodstock, NY 13122
Just opened in 2018, Delphi Falls County Park features a two-tiered waterfalls, a house, a barn and surrounding woodland.
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> Delta Lake State Park
8797 NY-46, Rome, NY 13440
Delta Lake State Park is open year-round and is located on a peninsula extending into Delta Reservoir.
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> Devil's Hole State Park
Niagara Scenic Pkwy, Niagara Falls, NY 14305
Overlooking the Devil's Hole Rapids, Devil's Hole State Park has scenic overlooks, picnic areas and hiking trails.
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> Dewey Mountain Recreation Center
RR 3, Saranac Lake, NY 12983 1-518-891-2697
Dewey has regular hours for its cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in winter with lighted nighttime skiing available.
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> Rent Bikes & Kayaks Along the Historic Erie Canal
7 Liftbridge Lane West, Fairport, NY 14450
Book Now! The Erie Canal Boat Company offers exciting Recreational biking and kayaking in Fairport & Lockport ..
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> Erie Canalway Trail
Access Point: 5557-5599 Feigle Road, Lockport, NY 14094
Following one of the world's most famous man-made waterways, the Erie Canalway Trail spans 400 miles between Albany and Buffalo.
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> Erlandson Overview Park
465 Oak Hill Road, Frewsburg, NY 14738
Sitting at an elevation of approximately 2,040 feet (the second highest in the county), this 76-acre site features spectacular views of the surrounding hillsides...
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> Esopus Bend Nature Preserve
4 Shady Lane, Saugerties, NY 12477
This unique 161-acre preserve is located partially within both the village and town of Saugerties, punctuated by a dramatic bend in the Esopus Creek less than a mile from the Hudson River.
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> Evangola State Park
10191 Old Lake Shore Road, Irving, NY 14081
Evangola State Park's beautiful arc-shaped shoreline and natural sand beach on Lake Erie feature low cliffs of Angola shale that line the edge of the beach.
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> Fahnestock State Park
Clarence Fahnestock State Park, Putnam Valley, NY 10579
This 14,086-acre park covers land in Putnam and Dutchess counties and boasts hiking trails, picnic areas, a scenic campground, and plenty of opportunities for boating, hunting, fishing, and birding.
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> Fahnestock State Park Campground
Clarence Fahnestock State Park, Putnam Valley, NY 10579
This 14,086-acre park’s scenic campground, formed along the park's natural rock ridges, provides 80 campsites, each with a picnic table, charcoal grill, and fire ring.
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> Hit the White Sandy Beach at Fair Haven State Park
14985 State Park Rd, Sterling, NY 13156
Located minutes from Fair Haven, Fair Haven Beach State Park has one of the finest public lakefronts in Upstate NY.
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> Falling Waters Preserve
Dominican Lane, Saugerties, NY 12477
This riverfront, day-use park offers nature trails, a meadow with great views of the Catskills, a couple of picturesque waterfalls and rock ledges.
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> Fern Park Recreation Area
7 Loomis Road, Inlet, NY 13360
This four-season recreation area in Inlet features 20 miles of free trails open year-round for outdoor fun.
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> Fillmore Glen State Park
1686 State Route 38 Moravia, NY 13118
The 941-acre Fillmore Glen State Park features hiking trails offering spectacular views of unique geological formations, including five waterfalls and a gorge.
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> Finger Lakes National Forest
Burdett Hill Road, Burdett, NY 14818
The Finger Lakes National Forest is nestled between Seneca and Cayuga Lakes, located just a few minutes-drive from downtown Watkins Glen. It is the only national forest in New York State.
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> Four Mile Creek State Park
1055 Lake Road, Youngstown, NY 14174
Located just 15 minutes north of the famous Niagara Falls, Four Mile Creek offers both camping and glamping close to all of the exciting attractions Niagara Falls holds.
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> Franny Reese State Park
Macks Lane, Highland, NY 12528
The park offers more than 2.5 miles of hiking and biking trails that follow a historic carriage road and passes by the ruins of a 19th century mansion.
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> Gilbert Lake State Park
18 CCC Road, Laurens, NY 13796
Most of this 1,584-acre state park along with its lake and three ponds is nestled in the wooded foothills of the Catskill Mountains.
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> Glimmerglass State Park
1527 County Road 31, Cooperstown, NY 13326
Glimmerglass State Park encompasses the historic Hyde Hall Mansion, Hyde Hall Covered Bridge - the oldest existing covered bridge in the United States.
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> Golden Hill State Park
9691 Lower Lake Road, Barker, NY 14012
Golden Hill State Park includes the decommissioned landmark, The Thirty Mile Point Lighthouse, which is available for rental year-round.
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> Grafton Lakes State Park
100 Grafton Lakes State Park Way, Cropseyville, NY 12052
Nearly 2,500 acres, Grafton Lakes State Park is situated between the Taconic and Hudson Valleys and features six ponds for fishing, canoeing, kayaking and sailing.
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> Join the Great American Bike Tours along the Erie Canal
6581 Kinne Road, Syracuse, NY 13214
The Great American Bike Tours offers full shuttle service along the entire 363-mile Erie Canal, as well as cycle-touring trips and packages for cyclists of all ages and abilities.
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> Great Bear Recreational Area
Great Bear Road, Fulton, NY 13069
With 444 acres along the east bank of the Oswego River, the Great Bear Springs Recreation Area features a mix of marked trails, forests, fields & wetlands.
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> Plan your Vacation on the Great Lakes Seaway Trail
332 Prospect Street Niagara Falls, NY 14303
From Niagara Falls to the Thousand Islands & more, this Journey along the Seaway Trail is Pure Upstate NY !
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> Great Swamp Conservancy
8375 N Main St, Canastota, NY 13032
The Great Swamp's Conservancy fosters environmental education, biological diversity and conservation of natural resources in the Oneida Lake and Lake Ontario Watersheds.
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> Greece Canal Park
241 Elmgrove Road, Rochester, NY 14626
This 577-acre park is ideal for hiking and bird watching and has one of only two legal off-leash Dog Parks in the Monroe County Park system.
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> Green Lakes State Park
7900 Green Lakes Rd, Fayetteville, NY 13066
Green Lakes State Park is unique for its two glacially formed, meromictic lakes, two of only a few lakes in the U.S. that are.
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> Greene County
700 Route 23B, Leeds, NY 12451
Nestled among the highest of the Catskill Mountains and the lush Hudson River Valley, Greene County offers year-round recreation, an abundance of attractions, diverse lodging, restaurants, and unique cultural events.
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> Griffiss International Sculpture Garden and Nature Trail
12 Gates St., Utica, NY 13502
Griffiss International Sculpture Garden is a unique outdoor sculpture garden located on the grounds of the Griffiss Business and Technology Park in Rome.
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> Hamlin Beach State Park
1 Hamlin Beach State Park, Hamlin, NY 14464
Hamlin Beach State Park offers sandy beaches, tent and trailer campsites and miles of nature and hiking trails.
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> Harriman State Park
Seven Lakes Drive / Bear Mountain Circle Ramapo, NY 10974
Boasting more than 44,000 acres, Harriman State Park is the second-largest park in the New York state parks system.
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> High Falls Gorge
4761 NY-86, Wilmington, NY 12997
Just a short drive from Lake Placid, this 22-acre, privately owned nature park, High Falls Gorge, is one of the Adirondacks' most breathtaking year-round hikes.
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> See the High Falls Gorge in the Fall
4761 NY-86, Wilmington, NY 12997
Behold four stunning waterfalls cascading over rocks into a deep crevice carved millions of years ago with the "gorge-ous" colors of autumn as a backdrop!
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> Higley Flow State Park
442 Cold Brook Dr., Colton, NY 13625
Nestled among the Adirondack foothills, this 1,115-acre state park offers spacious campsites and a sandy beach on the reservoir of the picturesque Raquette River.
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> Hiking at Glens Falls Canal Trail
Glens Falls, NY 12801
The last remaining original canal in New York State, the nine-mile trail begins at the Feeder Dam in Glens Falls and will bring you by a portion of the few remaining sections of the original 1820s canal system.
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> Horan’s Landing
57 River St., Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591
This one-acre riverside park offers dpublic access to the Hudson River and features a riverside path, boat launch site, sandy beach and grassy picnic area.
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> Hudson Highlands State Park Preserve
3260 NY-9D, Cold Spring, NY 10516
Hudson Highlands State Park Preserve offers outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, hiking, and birding and Breakneck Ridge trail, rated by Newsweek as one of the top 10-day hikes in America.
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> Hudson Valley Rail Trail
N. Putt Corners Road at NY 299/Main St., New Paltz, NY 12561
Hike it or bike it, ride on horseback or roller blades or ski it cross-country style or on snow shoes in the winter – enjoy the trail any way you like!
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> Inlet, NY - The little Town that Could
160 Route 28, Inlet, NY 13360
With a waterfront location surrounded by the six million-acre Adirondack Park, Inlet boasts a wide-range of activities, events and beauty year-round.
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> Jacques Cartier State Park
Route 12 Morristown, NY 13664
Known for its unlimited boating opportunities and excellent fishing, Jacques Cartier State Park has a sheltered bay protecting the sandy swimming beach and campers dock.
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> John Boyd Thacher State Park
830 Thacher Park Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
Thacher State Park is one of the richest fossil-bearing formations in the world and provides an amazing panorama of the Hudson-Mohawk Valleys and the Adirondack and Green Mountains.
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> Kensico Dam Plaza
1 Bronx River Pkwy Road, Valhalla, NY 10595
Completed in 1917, this historic dam features a 9-11 memorial, “The Rising,” an open structure that can be approached from all directions and areas for picnicking, in-line skating, nature walks and more.
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> Kensico Reservoir
Valhalla, NY 10595
Built in 1885, this historic reservoir offers a trout-stocked lake for fishing as well as boating along with an historic dam featuring a park with a playground and nature trails.
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> Keuka Lake Outlet Trail
Penn Yan, NY 14527
Formerly a canal towpath and later, a railroad bed, the Keuka Lake Outlet Trail is right in the heart of the Finger Lakes, just an hour’s drive from Auburn or Rochester.
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> Keuka Lake State Park
3560 Pepper Road, Keuka Park, NY 14478
Located in the heart of wine country, Keuka Lake State Park offers amazing views of vineyard-covered slopes and access to both the Keuka and Seneca Lake Winery trails.
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> Kingsland Point Park
299 Palmer Ave., Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591
Built in 1926, this waterfront park offers hiking trails, ballfields, children’s play areas, benches overlooking the Hudson River, picnic areas, and a newly renovated 1926 bathhouse.
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> Knox Farm State Park
437 Buffalo Road, East Aurora, NY 14052
Knox Farm State Park is comprised of a variety of habitats, 100 acres of woodlands, ponds and several wetland areas as well as the original Knox Farm.
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> Lake Durant State Park
3444 State Road, Blue Mountain Lake, NY 12812
Offering relaxing, peaceful beauty and breathtaking views of Blue Mountain, Lake Durant Campground is picturesquely seated on the eastern shore of Lake Durant.
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> Lake Erie State Park
5838 Route 5, Brocton, NY 14716
Located on 355 acres, this park offers breathtaking views from its high bluffs overlooking beautiful Lake Erie and features a shoreline covering more than three quarters of a mile.
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> Lake George Battleground State Campground
2224 U.S. 9, Lake George, NY 12845
Just 1/4 mile south of the Village of Lake George and near Prospect Mountain Veterans Memorial Parkway, this campground offers many spectacular views of the surrounding area.
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> Lakeside Beach State Park
Route 18, Waterport, NY 14571
Lakeside Beach State Park offers an outstanding panoramic view of Lake Ontario and surrounding farms and fruit orchards.
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> Letchworth State Park
1 Letchworth State Park Rd, Castile, N.Y. 14427
Letchworth State Park, the 'Grand Canyon of the East' has amazing hiking trails and one of the largest waterfalls in the eastern U.S..
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> Lime Hollow Nature Center
338 McLean Road, Cortland, NY 13045
Lime Hollow Nature Center encompasses nearly 430 acres of beautiful rolling hills, shallow glacial valleys, forests, fields, streams and numerous ponds.
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> Locust Grove Estate
2683 South Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Majestically seated on a hill overlooking the scenic Hudson River, this National Historic Landmark estate features 200 acres of landscaped grounds with five miles of hiking trails and an historic Italianate mansion.
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> Long Dock Park
23 Long Dock Road, Beacon, NY 12508
A former 19th-century ferry terminal on the Hudson river has been transformed into Long Dock Par, a riverfront destination in Beacon.
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> Long Point State Park on Lake Chautauqua
4459 NY-430, Bemus Point, NY 14712
The 320-acre day-use park and marina offer a modern boat launch and marina while the lake provides excellent fishing opportunities and has a swimming beach and bath house.
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> Luzerne State Campground
892 Lake Ave., Lake Luzerne, NY 12846
Located on Fourth Lake, this family-friendly campground is within the Lake George region, which offers some of the most diverse recreational opportunities in New York State.
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> Macomb Reservation State Park
201 Campsite Road, Schuyler Falls, NY 12985
Set alongside the along the Salmon River's course toward Lake Champlain, Macomb Reservation has an exciting wilderness atmosphere and offers wooded campsites
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> Malouf's Mountain Sunset Campground
Old Town Road, Beacon, NY 12508
Just 80 min from NYC via Metro North to the Beacon Train Station, this hike-in/hike-out campground offers both platform and primitive sites for limited-gear or the novice camper.
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> Mine Kill State Park
161 Mine Kill Road, North Blenheim, NY 12131
Located in the scenic Schoharie Valley, the 500-acre state park is named for Mine Kill Creek, which runs through a narrow gorge in the park and features the 80-foot Mine Kill Falls.
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> Minna Anthony Nature Center
44927 Cross Island Road, Fineview, NY 13640
Just 8.3 miles from Alexandria Bay, the Minna Anthony Common Nature Center is one of the largest nature centers in the state park system and in New York State.
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> Minnewaska State Park Preserve
5281 Route 44-55, Kerhonkson, NY 12446
Situated on the dramatic Shawangunk Mountain ridge, Minnewaska State Park Preserve rises more than 2,000 feet above sea level and is surrounded by rugged, rocky terrain.
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> Mitchell Ponds
Inlet, NY 13360
The trail to Mitchell Ponds features an easy, rolling terrain that is wide and also offers mountain biking in the warmer weather and snowmobiling in the winter.
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> Mohawk Harbor
Mohawk Harbor Way, Schenectady, NY 12305
Mohawk Harbor development is a walkable waterfront destination within the renowned city of Schenectady, known for its rich history and culture..
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> Mohonk Preserve
3197 Route 44 55, Gardiner, NY 12525
The Mohonk Preserve spans more than 8,000 acres of land, mountains, fields, and streams providing great opportunities for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing, skiing and snowshoeing.
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> Mongaup Pond Campground
231 Mongaup Pond Road, Livingston Manor, NY 12758
Set on a 120-acre lake, Montgaup Pond offers large, wooded tent and trailer sites, many on the lake, including eight handicap accessible sites.
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> Montezuma Wildlife Refuge
3395 Auburn Road, Seneca Falls, NY 13148
Situated in the middle of one of the most active flight lanes in the Atlantic Flyway, this 9,809-acre wildlife refuge today provides resting, feeding, and nesting habitat for waterfowl and other migratory birds.
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> Montgomery Place Historic Estate
26 Gardener Way, River Road, Red Hook, NY 12571
Overlooking the Hudson River, this 380-acre 1840s estate is a designated National Historic Landmark set amid rolling lawns, woodlands, and gardens with the Catskill Mountains as a backdrop.
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> Moreau Lake State Park
605 Old Saratoga Road, Gansevoort, NY 12831
The 4,531-acre state park Moreau Lake State Park is open year-round and features a beautiful lake with peaceful wooded campgrounds.
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> Mount Utsayantha
Stamford, NY 12167
A great hike for any skill level, Mount Utsayantha offers a 2-mile hike or mountain bike ride to the summit and back.
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> Get Stunning Views from Niagara Falls State Park
332 Prospect St., Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Niagara Falls State Park gives you everything you need to get the most out of your quest to see and experience “The Falls.”
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> Nicks Lake Campgrounds
278 Bisby Rd, Old Forge, NY 13420
Located in the Black River Wild Forest, this campground has 112 campsites, a picnic area, large beach with lifeguards and more than five miles of hiking trails.
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> North Creek Ski Bowl
79 Ski Bowl Road, North Creek, NY 12853
This year-round Ski Bowl offers alpine skiing and snowboarding, freestyle fun, Nordic skiing and snowshoeing, mountain biking, hiking, and more!
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> Northampton Park
304 Salmon Creek Road, Brockport, NY 14420
The 973 acres of Northampton Park offers hiking, bridle and cross-country ski trails, a downhill ski slope, a model airplane field and more...
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> Oak Mountain Biking Trails
141 Novosel Way, Speculator, NY 12164
During the Summer months, Oak Mountain Ski Center offers mountain bike trails and an 18-hole disc golf course.
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> Oakwood Cemetery
50 101st St., Troy, NY 12180
Established in 1848, Oakwood Cemetery and the Earl Chapel are world-class architectural treasures and a National Historic Landmark.
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> Oquaga Creek State Park
5995 County Road 20, Bainbridge, NY 13733
The 1,385-acre Oquaga Creek State Park features the 55-acre Arctic Lake with a sandy beach, wooded campsites, nature and hiking trails and primitive wooded campsites.
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> Orange County
99 Main St., Goshen, NY 10924
Go See Orange County! Located just 60 minutes from NYC, Orange County is one of the most attractive areas in the New York metropolitan area and Hudson Valley.
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> Oswego County - has Everything you Need !
46 E. Bridge St., Oswego, NY 13126
Historic Oswego County offers year-round fun, natural beauty and outdoor activities of every kind highlight every season - making it an outdoor enthusiast's dream.
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> Palmer Hill Trail
Finkle Road, Andes, NY 13731
Located just north of the Catskills off NY 28, Palmer Hill is a 235-acre area with 3.1 miles of hiking trails with a delightful mix of forest and open fields.
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> Explore the Natural Wonders at Chautauqua's Panama Rocks
11 Rock Hill Road, Panama, NY 14767
Explore an enchanting world of towering rocks, deep crevices and small caves just 15 miles from Chautauqua Lake!
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> Paul Smith's College Visitor Interpretive Center
8023 Route 30, Paul Smiths, NY 12970
Just 13 miles north of Saranac Lake, The Paul Smith’s College VIC offers year-round environmental education and outdoor recreation opportunities.
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> Peebles Island State Park
1 Delaware Ave., Waterford, NY 12188
Located at the confluence of the Hudson and Mohawk Rivers, Peebles Island State Park offers spectacular river and rapids views from the year-round walking and jogging trails.
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> Pierson Park
238 W. Main St., Tarrytown, NY 10591
This popular waterfront park features a playground with splash fountains, picnic pavilion, grassy areas for picnics, pier for fishing and benches for relaxing and enjoying the view expansive views...
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> Pixley Falls State Park
11430 State Route 46, Boonville, NY 13309
This 375-acre day-use park is open all year and gets its name from a 50-foot (15 m) waterfall, Pixley Falls, accessible via a short hiking trail.
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> Powder Mills Park
154 Park Road, Pittsford, NY 14534
Powder Mills Park offers skiing, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing as well as hiking and fishing in the warmer months and even geo-caching.
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> Prospect Mountain
Route 9, Lake George, NY 12846
Prospect Mountain is one of the most popular hikes/drives in the area is Prospect Mountain with magnificent 100-mile panoramic views of Lake George and the Adirondacks.
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> Rail Explorers Cooperstown
136 E Main St. Milford, NY 13807
Take a ride on the rails with a rail bike adventure through Rail Explorers in Cooperstown.
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> Pedal the Catskill Rails with Rail Explorers USA
Phoenicia Train Depot, 70 Lower High St., Phoenicia, NY 12464
Experience the wonders of the historic Ulster & Delaware Railroad as you pedal alongside the Esopus Creek.
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> Reservoir State Park
Witmer Road, Niagara Falls, NY 14305
Reservoir State Park features three tennis courts, eight baseball diamonds, two basketball courts, a roller hockey court, picnic facilities and more...
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> Explore the Adirondacks on a Pedal-powered Rail Car
3 Railroad Place, North Creek, NY 12853
Let tour guides take you on a 6-mile rail biking journey through the beautiful Adirondack forest and over the Hudson River on a trestle bridge.
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> Revolution Rail Company @ Thurman Station (Stony Creek)
799 NY-418 Warrensburg, NY 12885
The Revolution Rail Co. offers three different railbike trips from its Thurman Station location in Warrensburg, near Lake George.
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> Revolution Rail Company: Hadley Station
4113 Rockwell Street Hadley, NY 12835
Revolution Rail Co.’s Hadley Station, offers a 6-mile railbike tour that passes through the woods and over a 90-foot-high, 500-foot-long bridge.
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> River to Ridge Trail
41 Springtown Road, New Paltz, NY 12561
Connecting the Wallkill River and Shawangunk Ridge, the aptly named trail runs from the village of New Paltz to the beautiful 8,000-acre Mohonk Preserve.
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> Robert G. Wehle State Park
5182 State Park Road, Henderson, NY 13650
Robert G. Wehle State Park boasts 1,100 acres and more than 17,000 feet of spectacular Lake Ontario shoreline and dramatic limestone cliffs.
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> Robert H. Treman State Park
105 Enfield Falls Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
Set in a peaceful wooded setting, Robert H. Treman State Park teems with wild, natural beauty, winding trails following a rugged gorge and 12 waterfalls...
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> Robert Moses State Park
32 Beach Marina Road, Massena, NY 13662
Home to a large variety of flora and fauna, the park's nature, hiking and skiing trails wind through fields, forests and wetlands, with overlooks showcasing spectacular views.
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> Rockefeller State Park Preserve
125 Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY 10570
Traversing through woodlands, meadows & fields, Rockefeller State Park Preserve features 45 miles of historic and scenic carriage roads that are wide and easy to walk.
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> Rocking Horse Ranch Resort
600 US-44, Highland, NY 12528
This exciting all-inclusive Hudson Valley family resort features timber lodges that come with year-round horseback riding, a fun park with arcades, bounce structures, indoor splash pools, nightly entertainment and more!
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> Rolling Hills Birding Trail
7900 Green Lakes Rd, Fayetteville, NY 13066
Green Lakes State Park was established in 1928, and has excellent birding trails, and boating sites. It has two glacially formed lakes, and rolling, wooded hills ..
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> Salmon River Falls Unique Area
Falls Road, Orwell, NY 13426
Salmon River Falls Unique Area encompasses a sparkling 110-foot waterfall in a 3000-foot long gorge lined with steep cliffs.
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> Sampson State Park
6040-6144 New York 96A, Romulus, NY 14541
With a little more than 2,000 acres on the eastern shore of Seneca Lake, Sampson State Park is ideal for a variety of recreational activities, especially camping and boating.
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> Samuel F. Pryor III Shawangunk Gateway Campground
953 NY-299, Gardiner, NY 12525
This high-quality, minimalist campground features 50 acres with 24 drive-in spots (one vehicle per site) and 26 walk-in spots.
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> Saratoga National Historic Park
648 NY-32, Stillwater, NY 12170
The site of the historic 1777 Battles of Saratoga, this multi-site park commemorates the famed Revolutionary War victory with a battlefield tour and monument.
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> Saratoga Spa State Park
19 Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Saratoga Spa State Park is a National Historic Landmark with mineral springs offering soothing mineral baths in its bath and spa houses.
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> Saxon Woods Park
1800 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains, NY 10605
Offering 700-acres of green space, Saxon Woods Park provides a variety of recreational facilities, including an 18-hole golf course,the county’s largest swimming pool, a children’s aquatic playground and more...
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> Scenic Hudson RiverWalk Park at Tarrytown
250 W. Main St., Tarrytown, NY 10591
The RiverWalk Park in Tarrytown features a riverside esplanade, grass terraces and lawns, and an “eco-corridor” filled with native plants. Activities include walking, biking, fishing and picnicking.
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> Schodack Island State Park
1 Schodack Island Way, Schodack Landing, NY 12156
Recreational activities abound at Schodack Island State Park with picnicking, fishing, hiking, biking, cross-country skiing and access to ice skating and snowshoe trail in the winter.
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> Sebago Cabin Camp
Seven Lakes Drive, Harriman State Park, NY 10901
Set on Lake Sebago in Harriman State Park, the camp offers rustic cabins and full-service cottages.
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> Selkirk Shores State Park
7101 State Route 3, Pulaski, NY 13142
Selkirk Shores State Park is a 990-acre state park located on the eastern shore of beautiful Lake Ontario.
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> Seneca Mills Falls
Town of Milo, NY 14527
The 40-foot Seneca Mills Falls is easily the most popular destination along the Keuka Lake Outlet Trail.
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> Shavertown Trail
Nyc 4 Road, Andes, NY 13731
The Shavertown Trail offers both families and novice hikers a spectacular view after only one moderately strenuous mile.
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> Slide Mountain Wilderness
455 Woodland Valley Road, Phoenicia, NY 12464
Slide Mountain Wilderness is the largest and most popular wilderness area in the Catskill Forest Preserve and features Slide Mountain, the tallest peak in all of the Catskills.
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> Play by the Water at Southwick Beach State Park
8119 Southwicks Pl, Woodville, NY 13650
Just 8 miles south of Henderson Harbor, Southwick Beach State Park on Great Lake Ontario is known for its inviting, warm sandy beach.
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> Spencer Crest Nature Center at Corning Community College
Building Code V, 2424 Spencer Hill Road, Corning, NY 14830
Spencer Crest Nature Center features 250 acres, 7 miles of trails and a museum of natural systems which includes changing displays, an apiary and more
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> St. Lawrence County
101 Main St., 1st Flr., Canton, NY 13617
Founded in 1802 and named for the Saint Lawrence River, this county is the largest county in New York State and features an enchanting mix rural mix of farms, forests and small towns.
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> Sterling Nature Center
15380 Jensvolt Road, Sterling, NY 13156
Sterling Nature Center is a 1,428-acre nature center with 10 miles of hiking trails and 2 miles of Lake Ontario shore to explore.
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> Stonecrop Gardens
81 Stone Crop Lane, Cold Spring, NY 10516
This public garden offers 15 acres of diverse settings including woodland and water gardens, a grass garden, raised alpine stone beds, cliff rock gardens, and an enclosed English-style flower garden.
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> Stony Brook State Park
10820 NY-36, Dansville, NY 14437
Stony Brook State Park features a rugged gorge and towering cliffs through the woodlands that overlook waterfalls and fascinating rock formations.
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> Storm King State Park
Mountain Road, Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY 12520
This 1,972-acre park offers hikers unsurpassed views of the Catskills and the Hudson Valley.
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> Sullivan County – So Unexpected
Visitor Center, 15 Sullivan Ave., Liberty, NY 12754
This legendary vacationland – just 90 minutes from Manhattan - is where the unexpected meets whimsical and where visitors have flocked here to stay, fish, and relax since the 19th century.
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> Sylvan Lake Beach Park Inc.
18 Mcdonnells Lane, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Set on a private beach along the scenic shores of Sylvan Lake, this 65-acre wooded campground offers both rustic tent and RV sites with full hookup. Seasonal sites are also available.
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> Taughannock Falls State Park
1740 Taughannock Boulevard, Trumansburg, NY 14886
The 750-acre state park offers seasonal camping with campsites and cabins overlook Cayuga Lake and it has a marina, boat launch, beach.
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> Explore the Greenburgh Nature Center and See the Replica of a Native American Village
99 Dromore Road, Scarsdale, NY 10583
The Greenburgh Nature Center has nature trails, live animals, and replica of a 6,000 year old Native American village.
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> Get Up Close to Nature at The Wild Center
45 Museum Dr., Tupper Lake, NY 12986
Walk among the treetops of the Adirondack forest where you can view animals and nature in their natural setting.
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> Thirty Mile Point Lighthouse
9691 Lower Lake Road, Barker, NY 14012
Built in 1875, Thirty Mile Point Light, on the south shore of Lake Ontario, is part of Golden Hill State Park and is available for rental year-round.
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> Tifft Nature Preserve
1200 Fuhrmann Boulevard, Buffalo, NY 14203
Just a short walk from the Outer Harbor and a bike ride away from Canalside, Tifft is a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of the city while being just minutes from downtown Buffalo.
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> Verona Beach State Park
6541 Lakeshore Road South, Route 13, Verona Beach, NY 13162
Located on the eastern shore of glistening Oneida Lake, Verona Beach State Park is a picnicker's and camper's delight.
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> Walk above the Treetops at the Wild Center
45 Museum Dr., Tupper Lake, NY. 12986
Take a Walk on the Wild Side at the Wild Center and See the Adirondacks and its Animals !
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> Walkway over the Hudson
61 Parker Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
See sweeping views of the Hudson Valley and river below as you course over the longest elevated pedestrian bridge in the World..
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> Follow the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail in the Hudson Valley
Gardiner, NY 12525
Surrounded by picturesque streams, hillsides, and forest, the trail runs directly through the heart of New Paltz.
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> Ward Pound Ridge Reservation
Route 121 South (near intersection with Route 35), Cross River, NY, 10518
This 4,315-acre park features varied terrain and landscapes along with miles of wooded trails perfect for activities no matter what the season.
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> Washington County Grasslands
390 Black House Road, Fort Edward, NY 12828
Washington County Grasslands Wildlife encompasses nearly 300 acres of prime grassland habitat, providing a great opportunity for wildlife watching, hunting, trapping and hiking.
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> Experience the Mesmerizing Waterfalls at Watkins Glen
1009 N. Franklin St., Watkins Glen, NY 14891
Watkins Glen State Park is filled with trails that overlook, wind over and pass under mesmerizing waterfalls.
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> Waubeeka Family Campground
133 Farm Road, Copake, NY 12516
Waubeeka Family Campground offers RV and tent sites, along with cabin rentals in spacious, wooded sites spread out over 150 acres on the shores of two lakes.
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> West Point Foundry Preserve
80 Kemble Ave, Cold Spring, NY 10516
Follow the trails to explore one of America’s most important industrial sites of the Industrial Revolution and the Civil War at this “outdoor museum...”
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> Whetstone Gulf State Park
6065 W Road, Lowville, NY 13367
Whetstone Gulf State Park has many wooded campsites, a scenic picnic area along Whetstone Creek, a man-made swimming area and trails for hiking and cross-country skiing, one of which circles the gorge.
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> Whirlpool State Park
Robert Moses State Parkway, Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Overlooking the Niagara Whirlpool on the Niagara River, this park offers a playground, picnic tables and pavilions, hiking and biking, a nature trail and more...
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> Wilson-Tuscarora State Park
371 W. Lake Road, Wilson, NY 14172
Wilson-Tuscarora State Park has a boat launch and marina and the park's four-mile nature trail is great for hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
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> Winona State Forest
37 Center Road, Lacona, New York 13083
Winona Forest is a 9,233-acre state forest that offers diverse opportunities for year-round recreational fun.
