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Dog-Friendly Running Trails in New York
New York has 530 trails with dogs allowed in this directory, across 268 cities and towns — Rochester, Staten Island, Queensbury, Buffalo and 264 more. Trails where dogs are welcome, with leash rules, bags and water still on you.
The 250 most-reviewed in New York
Ranked by local reputation — rating weighted by review count. Use the filters to narrow them, or open a city below for the full local list.
Niagara Falls State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 78,121 reviews
Famous waterfalls steal the show at this park that also features an aquarium, restaurant & more.
Brooklyn Bridge Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 43,091 reviews
This urban oasis features shaded picnic tables, hibachi-style BBQ grills & river views.
Prospect Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 28,472 reviews
Sprawling city park featuring the Audubon Center in the historic Boathouse, plus Prospect Park Zoo.
Bear Mountain State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 16,037 reviews
Lush, mountainous park featuring picnic sites, fishing areas, a swimming pool, trails & more.
Riverside Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 10,920 reviews
Storied multilevel park with elms & rocky outcrops, plus a long boulevard & multiple playgrounds.
Van Cortlandt Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 9,130 reviews
Park with a museum, playgrounds, sports facilities, dog runs, BBQ areas, trails & more.
Eisenhower Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 8,225 reviews
County park covering 930-acres, a venue for golf, tennis & swimming, concerts & movies in summer.
Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 7,331 reviews
Originally built in 1889, this bridge provides a scenic pedestrian walkway over the Hudson River.
Forest Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 7,402 reviews
Large forested park featuring hiking trails & bridle paths, plus a bandshell, golf & other sports.
Hudson River Park Trust
4.7 ★★★★★ 6,701 reviews
550-acre green space on the shores of the Hudson with multiple activities & bike paths.
Ontario Beach Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 6,725 reviews
Popular beachside park known for its century-old carousel, swimming, boating & rentable shelters.
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 5,539 reviews
Waterfalls, 3 sky lakes & 25 mi. of footpaths for hiking & biking, plus rock climbing.
Highland Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 4,532 reviews
Spring-blooming flowers & trees line a 150-acre park with a castle, sunken garden & amphitheater.
Belmont Lake State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 4,712 reviews
Lakeside picnics in a bucolic setting with multi-use trails, fishing & paddle boating on 463 acres.
Onondaga Lake Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,347 reviews
This waterside park has boating, archery, fishing, ball fields, hiking & a salt museum.
Kissena Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 4,417 reviews
Neighborhood park with trails, a lake, dozens of exotic tree species, sports facilities & fishing.
Kensico Dam Plaza
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,320 reviews
Historic dam has a 9-11 memorial, scenic picnic areas & events from concerts to antique shows.
Rockland Lake State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 4,207 reviews
Park with a massive swimming pool plus tennis courts, golf courses, trails, lake for fishing & more.
Crotona Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 4,195 reviews
Tree-filled park with a lake, large pool, tennis courts, playgrounds, baseball diamonds & more.
Glen Island Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 3,781 reviews
Island park with beaches, promenades, a restaurant & historic structures from its days as a resort.
Canarsie Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 3,838 reviews
Historic site featuring soccer, cricket, basketball & baseball games, nature walks & a skate park.
Heckscher State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 3,670 reviews
1,600-ac. park on a 19th-century estate offers multi-use trails, sports fields & boat launches.
Inwood Hill Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,558 reviews
Historical & hilly green space with a long river front, sports areas & NYC's last natural forest.
Clove Lakes Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,503 reviews
Lakes, ponds & trees plus modern recreational areas including playgrounds & an outdoor skating rink.
Shore Road Park and Parkway
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,874 reviews
Green space with a recreational hike/bike path & views of the harbor & the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge.
Owl's Head Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,923 reviews
Riverfront park provides panoramic city views, a playground, spray pool, skate park & sports courts.
Eternal Flame Falls
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,737 reviews
Secluded waterfalls with a hiking trail & a natural gas spring that when ignited flames 4-8 inches.
Niawanda Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,736 reviews
Urban green space for walking & cycling along the Niagara River, with a reservable events pavilion.
Cobbs Hill Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,702 reviews
Public 109-acre park with a reservoir, sports fields & a hilltop trail that affords city views.
Mendon Ponds Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,582 reviews
Wide range of activities & trails in a 2,500-acre park known for glacial ponds & a sensory garden.
Genesee Valley Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 2,748 reviews
Sprawling city park with an array of trails, plus multi-use athletic fields, canoeing, golf & more.
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,469 reviews
Large park featuring a system of historic carriage roads traversing woodlands, meadows & fields.
Little Bay Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,502 reviews
Riverfront green space boasting bridge views plus baseball fields, a roller hockey rink & a dog run.
Central Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,493 reviews
Leafy city park with lawns, woodland trails, a small pond & an outdoor public swimming pool.
Scenic Hudson RiverWalk Park at Tarrytown
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,354 reviews
Park featuring a playground, picnic areas, and a bridge, plus a restroom.
The Crossings Park of Colonie
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,391 reviews
This sprawling, tranquil park includes a scenic meadow, an arboretum, woodland trails & more.
Heckscher Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,297 reviews
Popular park, home to frequent community events, offering leafy paths, a big playground & a pond.
Argyle Lake Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,287 reviews
This park with a lake is used for fishing, dog-walking & wedding photographs.
Stewart Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,217 reviews
Lakefront park with golf, tennis, playground, carousel, athletic fields, duck pond & spray pool.
Croton Point Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,209 reviews
508-acre riverfront park with a boat launch, campground, fishing, picnic areas, a playground & more.
Hempstead Lake State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,199 reviews
Tranquil park with playgrounds, equestrian, biking & hiking trails & an old-school wooden carousel.
Otsiningo Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,191 reviews
City green space with numerous trails, playing fields, community gardens & seasonal farmer's market.
Sprain Ridge Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 2,125 reviews
Large, heavily wooded park offering several trails for hiking & mountain biking plus picnic areas.
Wolfe's Pond Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,021 reviews
Seaside city park with tennis courts, BBQ area & playgrounds is also a nature & wildlife preserve.
Soundview Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 2,055 reviews
Urban green space with playgrounds, soccer & baseball fields, an amphitheater & picnic areas.
Akron Falls Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,955 reviews
Named for its 2 waterfalls, this park also features a rock garden, sports fields & a skating rink.
Silver Lake Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,954 reviews
209-ac. public park with lake, 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, sports fields, trails & more.
Harbor Island Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,937 reviews
This 44-acre tract offers a playground & a small beach, plus a boat launch & sports fields.
Ellicott Creek Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,898 reviews
Creekside park for kayaking & fishing, with a dog park island, sports facilities & winter sledding.
Cold Spring Harbor State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,815 reviews
Hilly 40-acre park with harbor vistas, hardwood forest & mountain laurel plus seasonal songbirds.
Great Kills Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,885 reviews
This waterfront greenspace near Great Kills Harbor features trails, a salt marsh & 4 beaches.
Peebles Island State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,703 reviews
Expansive riverside park with wooded trails for cross-country skiing & hiking, plus fishing access.
Roberto Clemente State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,774 reviews
Olympic-size pool plus ball fields, picnic areas, playgrounds & a promenade on 25 waterfront acres.
Buffalo Harbor State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,610 reviews
Public park featuring a playground and a paved walkway, as well as lake views.
Knox Farm State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,552 reviews
633 acres for wildlife viewing, hiking & cross-country skiing, plus a dog park & historic buildings.
Avalon Nature Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,541 reviews
Natural conservation area with 5 diverse habitats, abundant native flora & fauna & walking trails.
Ellison Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,547 reviews
Secluded trails wind through forest & wetlands with a fishing creek, playing fields & ice rink.
Chestnut Ridge Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,542 reviews
1,200-acre park known for scenic hilltop with city view & Eternal Flame Falls, a natural phenomenon.
Hermon A. MacNeil Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,482 reviews
Named for an early 20th-century sculptor, this waterfront park offers handball & basketball courts.
Turning Point Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,476 reviews
Wooded acres with a waterfall, paved hiking & biking trails & a boardwalk over Genesee River.
Blydenburgh County Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,363 reviews
Forested park offering hiking trails, a playground, picnic areas & a pond for rowboats & fishing.
Cedar Creek Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,315 reviews
Expansive, 259-acre park featuring tennis & basketball courts, athletic fields & a dog run.
Bowdoin Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,260 reviews
Large park featuring trails, playgrounds, a baseball field and eagles.
Corbett's Glen Nature Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,247 reviews
Trails run by meadows, wetlands & waterfalls in this secluded park full of native birds & wildlife.
Plattsburgh City Beach
4.3 ★★★★☆ 1,314 reviews
Freshwater beach offering seasonal swimming areas & a nature trail, plus picnic tables & a dog park.
Saxon Woods Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,230 reviews
Green space featuring a swimming pool & aquatic playground, plus 18-hole & mini-golf.
Nyack Beach State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,167 reviews
Scenic 61-acre riverside park attracting hikers, bikers, kayakers & cross country skiers in winter.
Riverside Park South
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,121 reviews
Sunset-facing green space along the river offering walking paths, grassy areas & outdoor events.
Ithaca Falls Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,117 reviews
Hiking area featuring a short trail that leads to a waterfall.
Charles E. Sexton Memorial Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,179 reviews
Relaxed park featuring a paved path around a pond, plus disc golf and picnics.
Wilkeson Pointe
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,125 reviews
Waterfront green space featuring trails, a playground, and lake views, plus picnic tables.
Scenic Hudson's Long Dock Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,103 reviews
Dock with water sports from kayaking & paddleboarding, plus picknicking & barbecuing.
Historic Thompson Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,005 reviews
Longtime recreational retreat designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, with a zoo, trails & playground.
Kaaterskill Wild Forest
4.8 ★★★★★ 984 reviews
Rustic natural area with year-round activities, including camping, boating, hiking & snowmobiling.
Victory Field
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,013 reviews
Sports complex in Forest Park with a running track & 2 artificial turf baseball fields.
Rye Town Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,059 reviews
Circa-1907 town park with Spanish-style buildings & nature paths, plus vast white-sand beach.
Storm King State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 946 reviews
1,884-acre park offering hiking paths open from dawn to dusk. No on-site toilets available.
Pratts Falls Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 965 reviews
Hiking trails lead to a 137-foot waterfall at this scenic park with picnic spots & an archery range.
Gardiner County Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,006 reviews
Nature-oriented park with off-leash dog runs and trails, some leading to a beach.
Kings Park Bluff
4.8 ★★★★★ 943 reviews
Park featuring a beach, walking trails, and a boat ramp, plus opportunities to fish.
Waterfront Park (Dobbs Ferry)
4.7 ★★★★★ 963 reviews
Clean park for picnics and fishing excursions, featuring playgrounds and a tranquil river view.
Rock City Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 934 reviews
Souvenir shop & massive rock formations along marked, scenic trails with a peaceful vibe.
Oneida Shores County Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,014 reviews
Lakefront park boasts campgrounds, sport courts, a boat launch, playground & recreational lodge.
Conference House Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 959 reviews
Waterfront park with heritage buildings, broad lawn areas, multi-use trails & a playground.
Larchmont Manor Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 898 reviews
Coastal park featuring gazebo structures, clean beaches and views of Long Island Sound.
Hook Mountain State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 910 reviews
Large, undeveloped riverside park offering trails for hiking & biking, plus scenic overlooks.
Point Au Roche State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 882 reviews
Seasonal state park featuring multiple trails, along with beaches and a playground.
Veterans Memorial Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 919 reviews
Family-friendly park featuring playgrounds, sports fields, basketball courts and other play facilities for kids.
Chadwick Lake Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 876 reviews
Lakeside, dog-friendly park with play equipment, plus a hiking trail and fishing.
Hickories Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 877 reviews
Riverside park offering a playground, picnic areas, a boat launch, and a dog exercise area.
Blue Mountain Reservation
4.6 ★★★★★ 857 reviews
Placid, 1,500-plus acre park offering trails for biking & hiking, as well as fishing & more.
Channing H. Philbrick Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 810 reviews
Relaxed, scenic park featuring flowing rivers, streams, ponds and waterfalls.
Long Branch Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 801 reviews
Green space offering sheltered areas, walking trails, a ball field, 100-ft. sledding hill & events.
Riverfront Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 779 reviews
Grassy park featuring playgrounds, sculptures and relaxing river views.
Ocean Breeze Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 788 reviews
Sand dunes, wetlands, grasslands & shrub forest in a 110-acre park with a track and field complex.
Sands Point Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 767 reviews
Grand 216-acre estate around Great Gatsby era mansion houses with woods, lawns & landscaped gardens.
Teatown Lake Reservation
4.8 ★★★★★ 750 reviews
1,000-acre parkland offering 15 mi. of hiking trails & an indoor/outdoor nature education center.
Latourette Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 812 reviews
City park featuring a historic 19th century mansion, a golf course, hiking trails & a nature center.
Marine Park Salt Marsh Nature Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 771 reviews
Nature preserve with picnic tables, a public restroom, and a nature center, plus opportunities for hiking.
The Plotter Kill Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 770 reviews
Nature preserve providing kid-friendly hiking trails and waterfalls.
Kakiat Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 739 reviews
This 376-acre park has paths for hiking & horseback riding, plus diverse topography & wildlife.
Hoyt Farm Nature Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 748 reviews
Part nature preserve & bird habitat, part recreational park with ball fields & a playground.
Sherrill Brook Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 723 reviews
Open area featuring a dog park, playground & picnic pavilions, plus green space & nature trails.
Algonquin Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 702 reviews
Clean park offering serene surroundings, hiking trails, a creekside path and picnic tables.
Genesee County Park & Forest
4.8 ★★★★★ 640 reviews
Playground with picnic tables, plus groomed trails for hiking & cross-country skiing.
Brookwood Hall Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 662 reviews
Lakefront park featuring trails, a playground and a baseball field.
Southards Pond Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 644 reviews
Big fishing pond with perch, bluegill, pumpkinseed & carp that's also stocked with trout seasonally.
Scenic Hudson Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 624 reviews
Scenic park (clean and well kept) along the Hudson River, with baseball fields and a basketball court.
Barry Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 645 reviews
Relaxed, family-friendly place with sports fields, two playgrounds and tennis courts.
Poets' Walk Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 619 reviews
Wooded park with trails (some of which can be steep or muddy), a rustic wooden gazebo and views of the Hudson River.
John B. Austin Nature Trail, Lockport
4.8 ★★★★★ 591 reviews
Tranquil nature trails featuring a waterfall, an old-growth forest and a creek, as well as wildlife.
Greece Canal Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 609 reviews
A 577-acre park with amenities such as a dog park, athletic facilities, playgrounds & camping areas.
Glen Falls
4.7 ★★★★★ 594 reviews
Park offering kid-friendly trails, picnic tables, and a waterfall, plus ducks and painted murals.
Ridge Road Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 605 reviews
Public preserve with picnicking facilities & trails through pristine woods with ponds & meadows.
Madam Brett Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 583 reviews
Tranquil park on Fishkill Creek offering walking trails to a wetland observation area & a waterfall.
Tawasentha Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 591 reviews
200 acres of woodlands & gardens, plus an outdoor pool, sport courts & winter sledding spots.
Roscoe Conkling Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 615 reviews
Historic recreation area featuring the Utica Zoo, Valley View Golf Course & a woodsy trail system.
Amherst State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 584 reviews
Former historic convent serves as a small state park with jogging trails & guided nature walks.
Cow Meadow Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 593 reviews
171-acre waterfront park & preserve featuring a marina, fishing, sports fields & hiking trails.
Concrete Plant Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 600 reviews
Riverfront green on the site of a former concrete plant, with bike/walking trails & a kayak launch.
Lasdon Public Gardens and & Veterans Memorial
4.7 ★★★★★ 552 reviews
Former home modeled after Mount Vernon, with gardens, trails & a nature sanctuary for public use.
Edgewood Oak Brush Plains Preserve
4.5 ★★★★★ 571 reviews
Wooded nature preserve spanning 813 acres, with hiking, biking & accessible trails.
Hovey Pond Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 541 reviews
Relaxed park with a pond , wetlands, plus botanical gardens and a playground.
Winding Hills County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 538 reviews
Site features campgrounds, a 40-acre lake, trails, a boathouse, playgrounds, & picnic shelters.
Kingsland Point Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 548 reviews
Ballfields, picnic areas, hiking, fishing & a playground are offered in this scenic county park.
Reservoir State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 545 reviews
Park with a variety of sports facilities, a reservoir for fishing & wintertime skiing & sledding.
Vischer Ferry Nature & Historic Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 529 reviews
Riverside nature preserve offering trails for hiking & skiing, plus fishing, hunting & birding.
Erie Canal Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 526 reviews
Greenway offering a network of walking paths along the historic Erie Canal, plus boat tours.
Yaman Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 546 reviews
Wooded site with a lakefront beach, a skate park & spacious picnic areas with pavilions & grills.
Gedney Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 517 reviews
Family-friendly park with a lake, plus trails for hiking and dogs.
Tarrytown Lakes Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 516 reviews
Lakefront green space with water access for fishing or paddling plus hiking trails & picnic tables.
Northampton Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 513 reviews
Laid-back park with a playground, plus sledding and hiking trails amid woods and fields.
Sweetbriar Nature Center
4.8 ★★★★★ 491 reviews
Wildlife rescue and rehabilitation center with animals, plus a butterfly house and trails.
F T Proctor Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 512 reviews
Rolling 62-acre city park with a creek & lily pond plus basketball courts & sports fields.
Abraham Lincoln Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 510 reviews
This park along Irondequoit Bay offers fishing, multi-use trails & a playground made of tree logs.
Welwyn Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 499 reviews
Wooded preserve on a former estate, with nature trails & a Holocaust museum in a 1913 mansion.
Falling Waters Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 482 reviews
Riverfront, day-use park with trails, grassy fields & a waterfall, plus remains of an old icehouse.
Durand Eastman Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 492 reviews
Trails wind over rolling terrain at this lakeside park that features a golf course & an arboretum.
Ice Caves Trail at Sam's Point
4.8 ★★★★★ 463 reviews
Hike-friendly area featuring ice caves with a boardwalk for exploration, plus mountain views and waterfalls.
Lakeland County Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 503 reviews
Accessible boardwalk, dog friendly park featuring a pond and a playground for kids.
Depew Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 491 reviews
Pretty town lake with a dog-walking trail, picnic tables and a playground. Kids’ pool also available and basketball permitted. Tennis courts.
Ferncliff Forest
4.8 ★★★★★ 448 reviews
200-acre forest preserve & game refuge with trails for hiking & biking, campsites & a fishing pond.
Shenantaha Creek Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 447 reviews
Trail-lined, creek-threaded park featuring sports fields and playgrounds.
Kingston Point Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 477 reviews
Community park with sports facilities, a boat launch, sandy beach & seasonal lifeguards.
Mang Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 477 reviews
Spacious park featuring picnic tables, tennis courts, swimming pools and basketball courts.
Dater Mountain Nature Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 465 reviews
This expansive park features 31 lakes & 2 beaches, plus 2 campgrounds & over 200 miles of trails.
Pine Woods Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 479 reviews
Shady park featuring a playground, picnic shelters and a disc golf course.
Bowline Point Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 447 reviews
Family-friendly park featuring a pool and water slides, plus an outdoor basketball court.
Rothfuss Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 426 reviews
Park featuring sand-filled playscapes, plus athletic fields, a picnic area and paved paths.
Great Bear Recreational Trails
4.7 ★★★★★ 430 reviews
Long forested, well-maintained trails for dog-walking and biking.
Hunters Creek County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 425 reviews
Area featuring scenic trails for hiking and mountain biking, plus a creek for splashing around (if you're experienced).
Corning Preserve
4.5 ★★★★★ 439 reviews
Park space beside the Hudson River, featuring a hiking/running trail, boat launch & amphitheater.
Breezy Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 448 reviews
Dog-friendly suburban park featuring playgrounds, sports fields and a forest on trails.
East Greenbush Town Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 415 reviews
Recreational area offering picnic tables and grills, plus a playground, basketball and volleyball courts, and more.
Children's Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 427 reviews
Relaxing park with playgrounds, basketball and tennis courts, plus a pond.
Indian Ladder Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 400 reviews
State park with scenic views featuring marked trails and picnic areas.
Massapequa Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 398 reviews
Nature preserve featuring paved and dirt trails, ponds and lakes.
Brookhaven State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 423 reviews
Set on 1,638 acres, this state park offers 25 miles of multiuse trails, seasonal hunting & wildlife.
Elm Avenue Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 408 reviews
Public park with pool, tennis & basketball courts, walking trail, volleyball courts & a playground.
Black Creek Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 389 reviews
Shaded, clean, dog-friendly nature preserve featuring walking trails, suspension bridges and river views.
Lake Superior State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 412 reviews
This large public recreation space around a lake & pond offers a sandy beach with a boat launch.
Richard P. Outhouse Memorial Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 394 reviews
Playground and field for soccer and lacrosse, plus a gravel track and pavilions.
Elmwood Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 404 reviews
This 65-acre park features athletic fields & courts, a playground & a picnic area with a pavilion.
Terrell River County Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 392 reviews
Park offering wooded hiking trails with bay views, picnic tables, and a beach.
Shore Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 388 reviews
Family-friendly green space featuring a playground, walking paths and picnic benches amid lush plants.
Indian Kill Nature Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 385 reviews
Trails pass through this wooded park with steep sections and a creek leading to small waterfalls.
Barberville Falls Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 376 reviews
Relaxed waterfall destination with a steep trail down to its base, plus hiking trails and parking.
Cheri A Lindsey Memorial Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 410 reviews
Relaxed venue with a pool, skate park, playground, basketball court and dog park.
Kings Point Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 391 reviews
Community green space offering athletic facilities & playgrounds, plus rustic wooded areas & trails.
Greenport Conservation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 382 reviews
Spread over 625 acres, this conservation area preserves the area's varied natural landscape.
Lucien Morin Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 389 reviews
Marsh area popular with canoers & kayakers also offers birdwatching, fishing, hiking & geo-caching.
Unity Island Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 397 reviews
Grassy island in the Niagara River offers bridge & Canadian shoreline views, plus picnic sites.
Haviland's Cove Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 406 reviews
Sandy park with river swimming areas and beaches, plus playground equipment and grilling stations.
Henpeck Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 385 reviews
Clean canal-side park featuring hiking and biking trails as well as picnic benches.
Lions Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 365 reviews
Bike path connecting Cohoes and Buffalo, plus a boat launch and gazebo.
Irondequoit Bay Park West
4.6 ★★★★★ 372 reviews
Park offering a variety of hiking and mountain biking trails, some with views of Irondequoit Bay.
Whiting Road Nature Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 356 reviews
240-acre preserve offering a variety of plants, birds & other wildlife, plus multi-use trails.
Isle View Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 370 reviews
Peaceful park along the Niagara River, offering picnics and boat launches.
Buckhorn Island State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 371 reviews
Wetland, meadow & forest reserve on 895 acres with trails for hiking, biking & cross-country skiing.
Shuttleworth Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 370 reviews
Clean, tranquil park with a creek, ball field and picnic space, plus barbecues.
George’s Island Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 376 reviews
208-acre riverside park for sailing, fishing, baseball & trails linked to the Hudson River Greenway.
West Point Foundry Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 352 reviews
Trails in former industrial area designated by the US government to create munitions for the army.
Hudson Crossing Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 351 reviews
Park with dog-friendly trails and picnic areas that features a bridge and a playground.
Franny Reese State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 357 reviews
This 251-acre park features hiking & biking trails, the ruins of a 19th-century estate & more.
Michael J. Tully Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 390 reviews
Sporty park with an athletics track, tennis & basketball courts, baseball fields & a dog area.
Rand Tract Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 355 reviews
Hiking area with a kid-friendly trail and a pond where visitors can feed ducks and geese.
Kennedy - Dells County Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 355 reviews
Free suburban park for exercise, picnics and leisurely hikes.
High Tor Wildlife Management Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 354 reviews
Wildlife habitats from wooded hills to marshlands provide hunting, fishing & hiking opportunities.
Seton Falls Park
4.1 ★★★★☆ 394 reviews
City park featuring forestlands, a manmade waterfall, bird observation & a playground.
Shore Park and Parkway
4.6 ★★★★★ 348 reviews
Park for walking, biking, and rollerblading with views of the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge and the harbor.
Clay Central Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 355 reviews
Sprawling outdoor area with numerous sports fields and playgrounds.
Tryon Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 346 reviews
Secluded city park known for its hiking & biking trails amid picturesque surroundings.
Bay Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 353 reviews
A waterside recreation area on 96 acres, with courts, fields, a skate park, golf & a fishing dock.
Cronomer Hill Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 360 reviews
Family-friendly park containing a fire-viewing tower and playgrounds, plus hiking trails.
Rocky Point State Pine Barrens Preserve
4.5 ★★★★★ 349 reviews
This sprawling nature preserve offers hiking, biking & horseback riding, plus hunting & trapping.
Prosser Pines Nature Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 333 reviews
Preserve featuring pine forests and trails, plus occasional teepee-like structures.
Jeff Blatnick Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 347 reviews
Park with baseball fields, playgrounds, a dog park, a roller rink, a frisbee golf course, and tennis courts.
Highland Forest County Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 323 reviews
Regional forest and park offering trails for horseback riding, sledding, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
East Rumbrook Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 339 reviews
Dog-friendly destination featuring separate fenced areas for big and small dogs, plus a ball field and tennis courts.
Oatka Creek Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 330 reviews
Popular park with trails for hiking and birdwatching plus a creek for fishing.
The Windham Path
4.8 ★★★★★ 316 reviews
Flat, family-friendly trail featuring a covered bridge, streams and lovely views.
Lenoir Preserve
4.5 ★★★★★ 336 reviews
40-acre preserve offering Hudson River views, featuring a nature center & seasonal butterfly garden.
Sweetbriar Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 315 reviews
Nature center housing rescued animals and injured wildlife in varied habitats, plus butterfly gardens.
Cluett Schantz Memorial Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 324 reviews
Park featuring a playground, sports facilities, a pond, a picnic area, and a farmers' market.
Stringham Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 338 reviews
Big recreational area for baseball and soccer fields and basketball courts.
Spratt Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 330 reviews
Park with a seasonal pool, pickleball & basketball courts, baseball fields, a playground & dog area.
Mineola Memorial Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 321 reviews
Public park with a library, tennis courts, a playground, picnic areas, and summer concerts.
De Veaux Woods State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 311 reviews
Set on the Canadian border, this riverfront park offers sports fields, nature trails & a playground.
Melissa Penfield Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 332 reviews
Public park with a children's playground, sports facilities, a dog exercise area & a skate park.
Buttermilk Falls County Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 339 reviews
Kid-friendly hiking park featuring a loop trail, a waterfall, and views from the hilltop.
Albany County Helderberg-Hudson Rail Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 294 reviews
Paved bike and walking trail with a waterfall and rock walls, plus friendly people.
DeWitt Recreation Area
4.5 ★★★★★ 299 reviews
Relaxing park featuring a pond well stocked for fishing and paths for walking and kayaking.
Maalwyck Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 291 reviews
Dog-friendly riverside park hosting community events with soccer & lacrosse fields.
Clay Pit Ponds State Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 298 reviews
265-ac. nature preserve including wetlands, ponds, hiking trails, an interpretive center & more.
Twin Lakes County Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 291 reviews
This park's equestrian center offers riding lessons, year-round boarding space & miles of trails.
Black Rock Canal Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 290 reviews
Peaceful park with a boat launch offering views of the river, plus fishing.
Kitchawan Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 277 reviews
Nature preserve offering trails and scenery for hiking, dog walking, and exploring old ruins.
Mulholland Wildflower Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 276 reviews
Designated in 1970, this nature park offers trails, waterfalls, rock formations & wildlife viewing.
Kinns Road Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 282 reviews
Dog-friendly trails and paths through the woods, plus a picnic area.
Irving Kent Memorial Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 282 reviews
Informal spot featuring a playground, gardens, flower displays and soccer fields.
Lisha Kill Natural Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 281 reviews
Nature preserve with 3 marked trails, plus scenic waterfalls and hiking routes.
Canandaigua Lake State Marine Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 279 reviews
Green space & busy boat launch offering restrooms, fishing & access to Canandaigua Lake.
Van Buren Central Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 270 reviews
Well-maintained park for swimming, disc golf, basketball, tennis and playgrounds.
Ruth Reynolds Glunt Nature Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 269 reviews
Scenic nature preserve encompassing 2 bridge-connected islands, 1 with a lighthouse.
Harlem Road Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 280 reviews
Neighborhood green space with a playground, a skateboard area and baseball diamonds.
Mount Hope Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 261 reviews
Peaceful park featuring trails, picnic tables, and reservoir views, plus fishing.
Powell's Cove Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 274 reviews
Scenic park featuring a walking trail and beach access.
Tillman Road Wildlife Management Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 261 reviews
Spacious park, offering hiking trails through swamps, marshes, fields, and woods.
Shawangunk Grasslands National Wildlife Refuge
4.7 ★★★★★ 252 reviews
Wildlife refuge featuring trails and an observation platform for spotting owls and other birds.
Schodack Town Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 251 reviews
Large, open park featuring hiking trails, a playground, swings and a pavilion.
Riverdale Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 261 reviews
Hiking and biking area featuring baseball fields, tennis courts, woodlands and Hudson River views.
Esopus Meadows Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 246 reviews
Riverside nature park stretching 96 acres with 2 miles of hiking trails, woodland & a pavilion.
Gosnell Big Woods Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 237 reviews
Dog-friendly and scenic park featuring hilly trails, meadows and old-growth trees.
Anchor Diamond Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 234 reviews
Relaxed area with well-maintained walking trails and bridges, along with picnic tables and benches.
Bear Hill Nature Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 227 reviews
Scenic hiking area with a 1.5-mile trail leading to vistas and cliffs for climbing.
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