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March 29, 2024Governor Hochul Encourages New Yorkers to Participate in Love Our New York Lands Stewardship DaysMarch 28, 2024State Parks Reminds Boaters to be Cautious of Early Spring Cold WaterMarch 27, 2024Governor Hochul Highlights Free Admission to State Parks, Lands, Campgrounds, and Historic Sites for New York State Veterans and Gold Star FamiliesMarch 25, 2024Governor Hochul Updates New Yorkers on State Preparations Ahead of April 8 EclipseMarch 20, 2024Governor Hochul Celebrates Start of Spring Season With Launch of New York Blooms ReportMarch 15, 2024Governor Hochul Launches ‘Blazing A Trail: A History of New York State Parks and Historic Sites’March 14, 2024Governor Hochul Announces 15 Nominations for State and National Registers of Historic PlacesMarch 06, 2024Governor Hochul Announces Eclipse Events and Activities at New York State Parks

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February 16, 2024Governor Hochul Announces Two Free Snowmobiling WeekendsFebruary 16, 2024New Exhibit at Capitol Celebrates 100 Years of New York State Parks and Historic SitesFebruary 15, 2024Governor Hochul Announces Selkirk Shores State Park to Undergo $9 Million RevitalizationFebruary 07, 2024State Parks Commissioner Erik Kulleseid’s Testimony at the Joint Legislative Budget Hearing - Environmental ConservationFebruary 07, 2024Governor Hochul Announces Another Record Attendance Year at State ParksFebruary 02, 2024Governor Hochul Announces New York State Parks Centennial “Share Your Story” Project

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High Peaks Wilderness Complex - NYSDEC
Open for recreation: Year-roundFees: FreeContact Information:DEC Region 5 Ray Brook Office: 518-897-1200 (M-F, 8:30 to 4:45); [email protected]Search, rescue, wildfire, and enforcement matters: 911 or 1-833-NYS-RANGERS (1-833-697-7264)A local Forest Ranger is a valuable source of information for the state land you would like to visit.Location: Town of Harrietstown in Franklin County, Towns of North Elba, Keene, Elizabethtown, North Hudson and Newcomb in Essex County and the town of Long Lake in Hamilton County.Wildlife Management Unit: 5FMap: Google Earth || DECinfo LocatorThe 275,460-acre High Peaks Wilderness is the largest wilderness area in New York State and the second largest wilderness area east of the Mississippi.The unit significantly increased in size when the following tracts were added to the wilderness area in 2018:45,208 acres that was formerly the Dix Mountain Area;11,411 acres of the Boreas Pond Tract;4,418 acres of the MacIntyre East Tract; and1,490 acres the former Casey Brook Tract.The High Peaks Wilderness lies within the area bounded largely by State Route 3, State Route 86, State Route 73, the Northway (Interstate 87), Blue Ridge Road, State Route 28N, State Route 30, and the Raquette River.As its name implies, the Wilderness is known for its mountainous terrain and contains most of New York State's highest summits including the two highest: Mt. Marcy (5,344 feet) and Algonquin Peak (5,114 feet).Many crystal-clear streams cascade from the mountain slopes, providing numerous scenic waterfalls, deep pools and brook trout fishing opportunities. Such streams as the Opalescent River, Johns Brook, Klondike Brook, Marcy Brook, Cold River, Moose Creek and Cold Brook are photographers' favorites. Lake Tear O' the Clouds, the highest elevation water body in the Hudson River watershed lies at about 4,300 feet altitude.Featured ActivitiesRecreational Webpages for the individual High Peaks Wilderness zones are currently under development.
Governor Hochul Encourages New Yorkers to Participate in Love Our New York Lands Stewardship Days | Governor Kathy Hochul
This strong sense of ownership is of course something to be celebrated, and now – with this wonderful slate of volunteer events – expanded and encouraged. Great and public displays of caring are the most reliable indicators that our beloved parks and preserves are performing as they should.” Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Commissioner Pro Tempore Randy Simons said, “Thank you to our partners at Parks & Trails New York for organizing and continuing to expand the opportunities to give back and promote responsible stewardship. Our volunteers are crucial in making our state park system the very best in the nation and we look forward to welcoming volunteers for these events and inspiring the next generation of visitors to help maintain and preserve our amazing public lands.” New York State Canal Corporation Director Brian U. Stratton said, “We are thrilled to have the 19th annual Canal Clean Sweep kick-off Love Our New York Lands Stewardship Days this year. Each spring, hundreds of volunteers come together at numerous Canal Clean Sweep events to ensure the Canalway Trail is spruced up and ready to welcome the millions of recreational enthusiasts that will visit in the coming months. As we prepare for the start of our 200th consecutive navigation season this May and the Erie Canal’s Bicentennial in 2025, the Canal Clean Sweep is an example of our commitment to be good environmental stewards so that future generations may enjoy this tremendous resource.” Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos said, “New and returning visitors to New York lands are helping increase the public’s appreciation of the State’s environmental and recreational assets. The Love Our New York Lands campaign continues to promote safe and responsible recreation and events with Parks & Trails New York and our State agency partners and bolster our efforts to protect State lands and sites by encouraging visitors to plan ahead, visit responsibly, and practice Leave No Trace™ principles to collectively preserve public lands for generations to come.” About Parks & Trails New York Parks & Trails New York is New York's leading statewide advocate for parks and trails, dedicated since 1985 to improving our health, economy, and quality of life through the use and enjoyment of green space for all.
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Located partly on the mainland and partly on Barnhart Island the park is accessible by tunnel. A multitude of recreational opportunities are available as is a nature center.
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Robert V. Riddell State Park
Accessible off NY 28, north of I-88 from Riddell RoadDavenport, NY 13750

The park offers a many family-friendly passive recreational opportunities in the Susquehanna River Valley and is a preferred destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. 
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Roberto Clemente State Park
301 West Tremont AvenueBronx, NY 10453

Located along the Harlem River in the Bronx the park offers a variety of recreational and cultural activities. Summer brings numerous concerts and special events to the park.
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Rock Island Lighthouse State Park
Accessible by boat onlyFisher's Landing, NY 13641

Commissioned in 1847, the fifty-foot Rock Island Lighthouse was one of six lights built along the St. Lawrence River to guide traffic to and from Lake Ontario. After a lengthy restoration process, it will reopen to the public in the summer of 2013.
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Rockefeller State Park Preserve
125 Phelps WayPleasantville, NY 10570

Visitors will delight in the outdoor activities offered at the ever growing haven of open space in Westchester County known as Rockefeller State Park Preserve. 
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Rockland Lake State Park
299 Rockland Lake Rd.Valley Cottage, NY 10989

Located on a ridge of Hook Mountain above the Hudson River the park offers swimming pools, a picnic area, boat launch, and hiking trails with breathtaking views of the Hudson Valley.
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Sampson State Park
6096 Route 96ARomulus, NY 14541

Located on Seneca Lake the park was once a military training base before becoming an area of grasses, wildflowers, shrubs and trees on flat, rolling woodlands surrounding ravines. 
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Sandy Island Beach State Park
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The park offers boating, fishing, hiking, and walking tours of the lighthouse.
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Goosepond Mountain State Park
1198 New York 17MChester, NY 10918

Goosepond Mountain State Park is 1,558 acres of undeveloped open space. Almost completely wooded, the park is open to hikers and horseback riders.
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Grafton Lakes State Park
254 Grafton Lakes State Park WayGrafton, NY 12082

Located on the forested mountain ridge between the Taconic and Hudson Valleys, the park includes five ponds and 2,357 acres featuring hiking, fishing, swimming, and boating. 
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Grass Point State Park
42247 Grassy Point RoadAlexandria Bay, NY 13607

Projecting into the American Channel of the St. Lawrence River the park is known for some of the best fishing in the country. It is a popular spot for campers and day-users.
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Green Lakes State Park
7900 Green Lakes RoadFayetteville, NY 13066

Green Lakes State Park features two glacial lakes surrounded by upland forest. The park also features an 18-hole golf course, as well as 10 miles of trails.
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Hallock State Park Preserve
6062 Sound AvenueRiverhead, NY 11947

Jamesport State Park offers nearly 1-mile of pristine beach front on the North Shore of Long Island along the Long Island Sound. Hiking, nature walks and bird watching in available on the eastern portion of the property. 
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Hamlin Beach State Park
1 Hamlin Beach Blvd. WestHamlin, NY 14464

Clear water, sandy beaches and tent and trailer campsites entice thousands of visitors each year. 
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Harriet Hollister Spencer State Recreation Area
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A Guide to Federal, State and Local Forests and ParksThere are more than 4 million acres of land open to the public for recreation. These lands are managed by different federal and state agencies, as well as municipal entities. Below is an explanation of who manages what lands.DEC Recreation LandsDEC manages the most public recreation land in New York State. These lands include:The Adirondack and Catskill Forest Preserve *State ForestsWildlife Management Areas, andState-operated campgrounds in the Adirondack and Catskill Parks.*A note about the Adirondack and Catskill regions: While these two regions are called "parks", they are not State Parks (see below), and approximately half of each park remains in private ownership.

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Policy on the Possession of an Unloaded Firearm for the Purpose of Accessing Adjacent Lands for Lawful Hunting Purposes: September 23, 2016 (pdf)
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Press Releases - NYS Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation

May 24, 2024Governor Hochul Announces Centennial Celebration Events at New York State ParksMay 24, 2024New York State Parks Adds Accessible Kayak Launch to Glimmerglass State ParkMay 24, 2024The Appalachian Trail at Bear Mountain is ReopeningMay 23, 2024Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend, Governor Hochul Announces Investments to Keep New Yorkers Safe in the Water Through NY SWIMS InitiativeMay 21, 2024Ahead of Camping Season, Governor Hochul Highlights $53 Million From FY 2025 Enacted Budget to Improve Public Safety at New York State ParksMay 14, 2024Governor Hochul Forms New York State 250th American Revolution Commemoration CommissionMay 01, 2024As Part of NY SWIMS Initiative, Governor Hochul Announces Up to $90 Million Available for Municipal Swimming Facilities in Underserved Communities

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April 22, 2024Governor Hochul Issues Proclamation to Celebrate Earth WeekApril 22, 2024On Earth Day, Governor Hochul Highlights Designation of Thacher State Park as a National Natural LandmarkApril 18, 2024Finger Lakes State Parks Centennial Exhibit Commemorates 100 Years of Iconic Public Lands and StewardshipApril 18, 2024Governor Hochul Celebrates New York State Parks and Historic Sites CentennialApril 17, 2024Governor Hochul Spotlights Eleven Projects for Their Commitment to Historic Preservation Efforts in New York StateApril 12, 2024Governor Hochul Announces Record Tourism Numbers During April 8 Total Solar EclipseApril 05, 2024DEC and State Parks Announce Annual Spring Family Fishing Festival at Belmont Lake on April 13April 05, 2024Governor Hochul Congratulates 20 New Graduates From the New York State Park Police AcademyApril 02, 2024New York State Parks Seeks New Website Design

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