Peebles island state park is at the confluence of the hudson and mohawk rivers. it offers spectacular river and rapids views for walkers and joggers who take advantage of the miles of paths through the gently rolling and wooded landscape. picnickers and fishermen come to relax and winter visitors use the facilities to cross-country ski, hike and snowshoe.

Nearby selkirk shores state park, this boat launch features a shallow water launch into the salmon river, approximately 1/2 mile to lake ontario. the boat launch is minutes from local hotels and campgrounds and features fishing, restrooms, drinking fountain and jug filler. fires, picnicking and swimming are not allowed.

Pinnacle state park has breathtaking views and tremendous vistas, including the canisteo river valley, harris hill and the village of addison. the park is known for its challenging 9-hole golf course, but visitors can enjoy many other recreational activities, including hiking or cross-country skiing on 11 miles of trails. anglers can fish for bass, bluegill or bullheads in levi pond. hunters can go after deer, turkey or small game in season and picnickers can relax and enjoy the scenery.

Pixley falls state park's main attraction is the 50-foot waterfall, close to the picnic area. this picturesque park also features steep, wooded hills and a mountain stream. a nature trail meanders through the forest and past pixley falls. the park has access to numerous miles of trout streams.

Point au roche state park, on the northwestern shore of lake champlain, is a mixture of open and forested areas, most of them natural and undeveloped. the park's large day-use area has a protected, sandy beach, picnic facilities and concession stand. boating and fishing are popular activities, as are volleyball, softball and other games. the park offers 60 designated mooring sites in deep bay. the staffed nature center offers a variety of programs open to the public all year. the park's trails, including nature, hiking and biking trails, wind through interesting habitats, from forest to marsh to shoreline. the trails are in use all year for school programs, nature hikes and cross-country skiing. the park also provides access for ice fishing.

Reservoir state park, town of niagara route 31, is a favorite of locals in niagara county. the park has three tennis courts, eight baseball diamonds, two basketball courts, a roller hockey court and picnic facilities. it is also home to the largest softball complex in niagara county. other users include soccer players, runners, kite fliers, model airplane clubs and golfers. winter visitors come to sled and cross-country ski. part of the park is an overlook for the robert moses power plant reservoir. excellent fishing available in the reservoir.

Riverbank is the only park of its kind in the western hemisphere. inspired by urban rooftop designs in japan, this 28-acre multi-level landscaped recreational facility is a state-of-the-art park facility. rising 69 feet above the hudson river, riverbank offers a wide variety of recreational, athletic and arts experiences for all ages, interests and abilities.

Robert g. wehle state park is the region's newest park. the former estate of mr. wehle, the park boasts 1,100 acres and over 17,000 ft of spectacular lake ontario shoreline. among the facilities immediately available to the public is the residential compound featuring the main house, guest quarters, the "studio" and formal gardens. extremely private, the area can accommodate up to 8 people. rental arrangements can be made through the wescott beach state park office. also available are over 10 miles of hiking/mountain biking trails, tennis court, picnicking and cross-country skiing. hunting is allowed in designated areas during the season.

Robert h. treman state park is an area of wild beauty, with the rugged gorge called enfield glen as its scenic highlight. winding trails follow the gorge past 12 waterfalls, including the 115-foot lucifer falls, to where visitors can see a mile-and-a-half down the wooded gorge as it winds its way to the lower park. campers can choose from tent or rv sites or cabins. enjoy nine miles of hiking trails, or swim in a stream-fed pool beneath a waterfall. swimming is allowed in lifeguarded area only.

Robert moses state park has about five miles of ocean beach from which visitors can swim, surf or surf-fish. anglers can also fish from piers. a day-use boat basin can accommodate 40 boats. the park also has picnic areas and the 18-hole robert moses state park pitch & putt golf course.

Robert moses state park is located partly on the mainland and partly on barnhart island. visitors reach the park through a tunnel under the eisenhower lock. the park is spacious, home to a large variety of flora and fauna and offers a multitude of recreational opportunities, including wooded campsites and cabins, a marina and boat launch, some of the best fishing in the northeast, picnic areas, a swimming beach, tennis courts and a year round nature center. the nature center also offers holiday, special events and school outreach programs. the park's nature, hiking and cross-country skiing trails wind through fields, forests and wetlands, with overlooks showcasing spectacular views. in winter, the park also welcomes snowmobilers.

Roberto clemente state park is a 25-acre waterfront park located along the harlem river in the bronx. the park offers a variety of recreational and cultural activities year-round for youth, adults, senior citizens and the physically challenged. the facilities include a multi-purpose recreation building, an olympic-size pool complex, ball fields, basketball courts, picinic areas, playgrounds and a waterfront promenade.

The robert v. riddell state park, a gift from patricia riddell kent and steven kent in memory of patricia's father, robert v. riddell of colliersville and her grandfather, alton b. riddell, offers more than 1,000 acres of fields and forested woodlands located in the susquehanna river valley.

Visitors will delight in the ever growing haven of open space in westchester county known as rockefeller state park preserve. approximately 30 miles from the hustle and bustle of new york city, the preserve is an idyllic spot for strolling, jogging, horseback riding, cross country skiing, and snowshoeing. with 180 recorded species of birds and its iba (important bird area) designation by the national audubon society, the preserve is a must visit area for birders. in season, licensed anglers enjoy fishing for bass in the 22 acre swan lake and for brown trout in the pocantico river.

Rockland lake state park's lake is located on a ridge of hook mountain above the west bank of the hudson river. the park offers a huge 24,140 square foot swimming pool with diving boards--the pool is more than 10,000 square feet larger than an olympic size pool! a kiddie pool is also available for young children. the park also offers picnic tables; grills, a car top boat launch dock, hiking trails with breath-taking views of the hudson valley, six tennis courts and the rockland lake state park golf courses, featuring two 18 hole golf courses. anglers can fish rockland lake for bass, perch and norlunge. walkers, joggers, roller bladers, and bicyclists can enjoy the 3.2 mile non-motorized use paved trail around the lake.

Encompassing just over 2000 acres on the eastern shore of seneca lake, sampson state park features camping and boating as the primary recreational activities. the park has a total of 309 campsites with 245 electric and 64 non-electric sites. the marina has just over 100 boat slips and a large multiple ramp launch site. a key feature of the park is the beautiful view of the lake at its center. facilities include courts for tennis, horseshoes, basketball and volleyball, a swimming beach with nearby playground, a low impact fitness circuit and a scenic lake trail. other popular activities include fishing, bicycling, jogging, geocaching, and nature watching. picnic shelters are available and may be reserved for events.

Sandy island beach state park is part of the eastern lake ontario dune and wetland system, a 17 mile stretch which extends from the town of richland, oswego county, north along lake ontario to jefferson county. the dunes were formed by wind and wave motion of a giant inland sea that preceded lake ontario. the area is only significant freshwater dune site in the northeastern united states.the eastern lake ontario dune system offers many opportunities for hikers, birdwatchers, canoeists and kayakers. walkovers and viewing platforms have been built to protect the fragile dune environment.

Saratoga lake state boat launch, located on route 9p on beautiful saratoga lake, is open year-round and has parking capacity for up to 100 trailers.

Saratoga spa state park, distinguished by its classical architecture and listed as a national historic landmark, is noted for its diverse cultural, aesthetic and recreational resources. in addition to the nationally-known saratoga performing arts center, the spa little theater, the national museum of dance, the saratoga automobile museum, the gideon putnam resort and roosevelt baths and spa, the park offers a multitude of traditional recreation opportunities.

Schodack island state park sits off the eastern shore of the hudson river just south of albany. approximately seven miles of hudson river and schodack creek shoreline bound the 1,052-acre site. a day-use facility, the park has been designated a state estuary, and a portion of the park shelters a bird conservation area (bca) that is home to bald eagles, cerulean warblers and blue herons that nest in the cottonwood trees. eight miles of multi-use trails wind through a variety of ecological communities. in addition, the park has an improved bike trail, volleyball nets, horseshoe and a kayak/canoe launch site. interpretive signage highlights the park's historic and environmental significance. picnicking (tables and grills), groups by reservation (fee)

Schunnemunk has over 2700 acres of rolling meadow and spectacular mountain top. hikers encounter elevations up to 1664 feet and thrilling 360 degree views of adjacent valleys, portions of the distant hudson river and surrounding forest and farm lands.

The sebago cabin camp in harriman state park is on lake sebago. the camp offers rustic cabins and full service cottages. also available: row boat rentals, beach, biking and hiking, organized sports, saturday bonfire, rainy day movies and activities, play area, recreation hall, and tennis courts.

Swimming is not allowed at selkirk shores state park.  the former swimming beach will require a comprehensive waterfront evaluation, design, and reconstruction project before this activity could return to the park.  there are currently no plans or funding in place for this project.

Seneca lake state park overlooks blue water, creating a relaxing experience for swimmers and picnickers. children will be especially delighted with our sprayground and playground facilities. the sprayground is the first of its kind built in the new york state parks system with over 100 water jets that spontaneously spray water. neighboring the sprayground is the playground with equipment for children ages 4-12. this park also offers 2 excellent marinas, with a total of 132 electric slips and 84 non-electric slips. transient slips available at both marinas.

Ninety-nine acre shadmoor state park, located one quarter-mile east of montauk village, features more than 2,400 feet of ocean beach accessed by two stairways. the park, named for its open, rolling geography and the shadbush that grows there, also has bluffs, freshwater wetlands that are part of the preserve, hiking trails and elevated platforms for birdwatching and enjoying the shoreline views. visitors may picnic and saltwater fish.