Parks & Trails New York - working to expand, protect and promote a network of parks, trails and open spaces throughout our state for use and enjoyment by all

The Erie Canal and the villages along it are being rediscovered for their scenic beauty and rich role in the history of Colonial America, the American Revolution, commerce, and women's rights.

Parks & Trails New York, in partnership with the NYS Canal Corporation, is working to complete what will ultimately be a 524-mile continuous trail along New York's historic Erie, Oswego, Cayuga-Seneca, and Champlain Canals. Today, the Erie Canalway Trail is more than two-thirds complete. This multi-use recreational trail complements several state, federal and local efforts to reinvigorate the historic canal corridor.

Parks & Trails New York's focus is on helping communities plan and develop trail segments, and on developing the Canalway Trails Association New York, a coordinated management structure. Parks & Trails New Yorkis helping communities work together to capitalize on the canal and trail, and working to call attention to the rich natural heritage along the corridor. Parks & Trails New York has also been a strong advocate in Albany for funding to complete the CanalwayTrail.