Summer is whizzing past us.  But now is a good time to slow down a little and get out and enjoy some of Upstate's great New York State Parks.  Here is a list of 14 you won't want to miss.  The Adirondack and Catskill parks are pretty well known, of course, and so are many on this list.  But, I'll bet there are a few you have never heard of among these 14.  Go and check them out.  One thing New York State does better than anyone is present us all with some gorgeous state parks!

25 Fantastic New York State Parks Located in Upstate New York to Visit This Summer!

New York State has an embarrassment of riches when it comes to state parks. We have them all, big and small, water front and deep in the woods, and from all over including the Hudson Valley all the way out to Western New York. Millions attend these parks every year, both in the summer and winter. Here is a selection of 23 of the best state parks. Of course there are dozens more so please visit our Facebook page and give your favorite a shoutout if you don't see it on this list!

Gallery Credit: Chuck D'Imperio

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