Updated: July 1, 2022
Proclaiming July as Park and Recreation Month is an opportunity for your community and local leadership to officially acknowledge the importance of parks and recreation and the benefits it provides to the people [they] serve. – National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA)
Plan a visit to a NYC, NYS or National Park
NYC Parks Activities
Walking Tours
- Bring a picnic. Food is available.
- Ferry cost $4 per person round trip. Rent bikes or bring your own.
- Spectacular views of NY harbor and the Statue of Liberty
- Things to do
- Events
- Choose from local food vendors for an evening of great eating
- Music performances
- Guided tours and walks
- Free entertainment
Types of Parks – Designs and Features (Digital Public Library of America)
History of Pride at National Parks
NY State Parks
- In NYC
- On Long Island
- In the Westchester/Taconic area
- Sign up for NYS Parks, Recreation and Preservation email updates
Articles on the Health Benefits of Parks
- Celebrate Parks & Get Active Outside – Partnering4Health: American Planning Association
- Parks, trails and health: How Parks effect our physical health – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- The One Health Concept – National Parks Service
- Why Parks and Recreation are Essential Public Services – National Recreation and Parks Association
- Mental Benefits of the National Parks – National Parks Service
- Parks and Improved Mental Health and Quality of Life – National Recreation and Parks Association