Biking to hiking, fishing to figure skating, you’ll find recreation for one and all in Albany’s beautiful outdoor parks and facilities. We have complied a comprehensive list of parks and recreation destinations in the City of Albany.

Welcome to New York's award-winning state park system with 180 state parks and 35 historic sites! From campsites, beaches and golf courses to hiking trails, historic homes and nature centers, we have something for everyone.

Operating scheduled programs and self-guided opportunities year-round, REC boasts amenities that include playgrounds, pools, athletic courts and fields, community centers, a skating rink, a skateboard park, gyms, and more.

Contact State Parks main office, historic preservation office, reservations and regional offices.

Albany County Parks & Recreation provides a comprehensive approach integrating experienced coaches, proficient staff, quality facilities, and impactful programs, aimed at fostering the well-being of the youth and families in Albany County.

There are dozens of parks and recreational facilities for residents to take advantage of throughout the City. The Department of Recreation is constantly upgrading these facilities and providing activities for you, your family and friends to enjoy all year long.

Operating scheduled programs and self-guided opportunities year-round, REC boasts amenities that include playgrounds, pools, athletic courts and fields, community centers, a skating rink, a skateboard park, gyms, and more.

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation oversees more than 250 parks, historic sites, recreational trails, golf courses, boat launches and more, which were visited by a record 84.1 million people in 2023.

Looking to visit parks and preserves in Albany and the Capital Region? We've rounded up a list of nearby public parks, state parks, and nature preserves!

Find parks to bike, hike, or walk through in Albany, NY including Albany's Corning Preserve, John Boyd Thacher State Park, Howe Caverns and Peebles Island State Park.