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NIAGARA FALLS 2022
ROCKLAND COUNTY
 




 

Discover Great Places for Upstate Hiking, Biking, Birding, Camping & More !
 
 
 
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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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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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Located on beautiful Fourth Lake, guest can enjoy spectacular sunsets, swimming, tennis, baseball, picnics and playing on the playground.
 
 
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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

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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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'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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> 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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> 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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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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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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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 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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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 offers sandy beaches, tent and trailer campsites and miles of nature and hiking trails.
 
 
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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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, 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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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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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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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 development is a walkable waterfront destination within the renowned city of Schenectady, known for its rich history and culture..
 
 
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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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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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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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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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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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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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​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 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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> Revolution Rail Company: Hadley Station

4113 Rockwell Street Hadley, NY 12835

Revolution Rail’s Hadley Station offers a family-friendly 6-mile railbike tour that passes through the woods and over a 90-foot-high, 500-foot-long bridge.
 
 
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> Revolution Rail Company: North Creek Station

3 Railroad Place, North Creek, NY 12853

Choose from multiple railbiking routes through the scenic Adirondacks over and along the Hudson River and through the woods, including a summertime favorite— a railbike excursion with a tubing trip!
 
 
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> Revolution Rail Company: Thurman Station

799 NY-418, Warrensburg, NY 12885

Explore different railbike experiences from Rev Rail’s Thurman Station near Lake George, offering peaceful rides to soak in the mountain vistas and forest views.
 
 
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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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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 is a National Historic Landmark with mineral springs offering soothing mineral baths in its bath and spa houses.
 
 
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 Forest is a 9,233-acre state forest that offers diverse opportunities for year-round recreational fun.