New York State Parks Empire Pass - Act Quickly to Save $$$!

The Empire Pass, issued annually by the New York State Department of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, provides unlimited day use entry to 128 State Parks all across New York and 52 Parks operated by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) in the Adirondacks and the Catskills.   (Be aware that the Pass does not provide a discount on camping fees.)  A complete list of the State Parks that accept the Empire Pass can be found (HERE).  The DEC facilities that accept the Empire Pass include forest preserve areas, boat launch sites, arboretums and park preserves and a complete list can be found (HERE).  But wait!  There’s more!