The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation operates over 250 state parks and historic sites, boat launches, and nature centers encompassing 360,000 acres. From Niagara Falls to the jaw-dropping gorges of the Finger Lakes to the beautiful Thousand Islands region to the oceanfront beaches of Long Island, NY’s parks and historic sites provide year-round, affordable outdoor recreation and education to 84 million visitors annually. Join us in celebrating our Centennial throughout 2024, and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, x (formerly Twitter), and the OPRHP Blog.