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Speak up for the Adirondack Rail Trail!

The NYS DOT and DEC recently announced proposed changes to the Remsen-Lake Placid Travel Corridor UMP that could lead to the development of the Adirondack Rail Trail in the Adirondack State Park. Without your support, however, the trail might only be part…
https://www.ptny.org/get-involved/take-action/2015/07/speak-adirondack-rail-trail

Our "Take a Hike" Granola Bars will Keep You Moving

Fall is the perfect time to hit the trail for a hike or bike ride, and Parks & Trails New York has the perfect snack to keep your energy flowing. Our "Take a Hike" granola bars are easy to make, and chock full of healthy ingredients. Bake a batch, grab a …
https://www.ptny.org/newsandmedia/e-news-1/2016/09/our-take-hike-granola-bars-will-keep-you-moving

New Year's Day . . . Inside or Outside?

While many Americans will be spending the first day of 2018 either sleeping in, watching football, or mentally preparing themselves for that resolution they committed to for the year, hundreds of New Yorkers will bring in the new year outdoors at their st…
https://www.ptny.org/newsandmedia/e-news-1/2017/12/new-years-day-inside-or-outside-1

Stay Safe this Hunting Season!

What do hikers and hunters have in common? A deep appreciation for the outdoors and wilderness.
if hiking during dawn and dusk is unavoidable https://www.ptny.org/newsandmedia/e-news-1/2019/11/hiking-safety-during-hunting-season

Autumn at Wellesley State Park Beckons You

Fall camping in the Thousand Islands is ideal for cool, short days that are long on adventure
hiking the hiking at Wellesly is also not to be missed.A netwo https://www.ptny.org/newsandmedia/e-news-1/2020/09/autumn-wellesley-state-park-beckons-you

Eight Unique Park Road Trips in NYS

Craving adventure? We crafted a list of eight unique road trip destinations across the state that we hope will satisfy your adventurous spirit this Fall.
https://www.ptny.org/newsandmedia/e-news-1/2020/09/8-nys-unique-park-road-trip-destinations

Five not-to-be missed winter waterfalls

Waterfalls in winter have a special icy beauty. Here are five waterfalls found in state parks that are even more striking in winter.
avoid wearing cotton and denim when hiking in the winter as they retain moisture and in… Rivers lies a small state park with several hiking trails and abundant history. A short distanc https://www.ptny.org/newsandmedia/e-news-1/2021/01/new-yorks-frozen-falls