The New York State Parks system turns 100 TODAY!

A vision one hundred years ago to connect people to New York State’s most celebrated lands has since transformed into the state park system we know and love today – encompassing 360,000 acres of beaches, campgrounds, trails, golf courses, and so much more.

This system was built for you, and continues to serve as an acknowledgment that public access to open space and recreational assets is a right, and not a privilege, afforded to all New Yorkers.

The Natural Heritage Trust has been a proud charitable partner to New York’s state parks since 1968, supporting efforts to fulfill the now 100-year old vision to ensure our public lands are welcoming and available to all. Celebrate this remarkable milestone with us by contributing to the future. With your help, we can ensure that our parks system continues to grow and flourish for generations to come.

Donate $100 or more in celebration of Park’s birthday and receive a free commemorative tote bag!