State Parks Near Buffalo, New York
28 state park units lie within 50 miles of Buffalo. The closest is Darwin Martin House State Historic Site, about 3 mi north of town. 15 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Darwin Martin House State Historic Site3 mi north
- Within 25 miles
- 15of 28 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 43 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 6pets allowed
State parks near Buffalo, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Buffalo; driving distance is usually longer.
Darwin Martin House State Historic Site
Darwin Martin House State Historic Site is a historic site in Erie County, about 2 miles southeast of Kenmore.
Hours, fees and rules for Darwin Martin House State Historic Site →Buffalo Harbor State Park
In Erie County, about 3 miles northwest of Lackawanna, Buffalo Harbor State Park covers about 189 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Buffalo Harbor State Park →Woodlawn Beach State Park
Covering about 101 acres, Woodlawn Beach State Park lies in Erie County, in Blasdell.
Hours, fees and rules for Woodlawn Beach State Park →Beaver Island State Park
Things to do include snowmobiling, golf, ice fishing, disc golf, and winter sports. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Beaver Island State Park →Buckhorn Island State Park
The park supports winter sports, hunting in season, biking, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Buckhorn Island State Park →Knox Farm State Park
In Erie County, in East Aurora, Knox Farm State Park covers about 667 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Knox Farm State Park →Niagara Falls State Park - Devil's Hole Area
Niagara Falls State Park - Devil's Hole Area is a park in Niagara County, about 3 miles west of Niagara Falls.
Hours, fees and rules for Niagara Falls State Park - Devil's Hole Area →Niagara Falls State Park - Whirlpool Area
Niagara Falls State Park - Whirlpool Area is a park in Niagara County, about 3 miles west of Niagara Falls.
Hours, fees and rules for Niagara Falls State Park - Whirlpool Area →Niagara Falls State Park
Visitors come for biking, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Niagara Falls State Park →Reservoir State Park
Things to do include winter sports, biking, fishing, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Reservoir State Park →DeVeaux Woods State Park
In Erie County, about 3 miles northwest of Niagara Falls, DeVeaux Woods State Park covers about 49 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for DeVeaux Woods State Park →Artpark State Park (Earl W. Brydges)
Covering about 162 acres, Artpark State Park (Earl W. Brydges) lies in Niagara County, in Lewiston.
Hours, fees and rules for Artpark State Park (Earl W. Brydges) →Darien Lakes State Park
Visitors come for snowmobiling, golf, horseback riding, disc golf, and winter sports. On the water side, there is a swimming beach. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites and showers. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Darien Lakes State Park →Evangola State Park
Evangola State Park is a 746-acre park in Erie County, about 15 miles northeast of Dunkirk.
Hours, fees and rules for Evangola State Park →Joseph Davis State Park
In Niagara County, about 3 miles south of Youngstown, Joseph Davis State Park covers about 373 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Joseph Davis State Park →Sunset Bay State Marine Park
The park supports ice fishing, boating, and fishing. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Sunset Bay State Marine Park →Four Mile Creek State Park
Covering about 275 acres, Four Mile Creek State Park lies in Niagara County, about 3 miles northeast of Youngstown.
Hours, fees and rules for Four Mile Creek State Park →Fort Niagara State Park
Covering about 271 acres, Fort Niagara State Park lies in Niagara County, in Youngstown.
Hours, fees and rules for Fort Niagara State Park →Old Fort Niagara State Historic Site
Old Fort Niagara State Historic Site is a 8-acre historic site in Niagara County, in Youngstown.
Hours, fees and rules for Old Fort Niagara State Historic Site →Wilson-Tuscarora State Park
Wilson-Tuscarora State Park is a 480-acre park in Niagara County, in Wilson.
Hours, fees and rules for Wilson-Tuscarora State Park →Golden Hill State Park
Popular activities here are snowmobiling, golf, disc golf, winter sports, and hunting in season. Water access includes a boat ramp. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites and showers. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Golden Hill State Park →Silver Lake State Park
Popular activities here are snowmobiling, ice fishing, winter sports, hunting in season, and boating. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Silver Lake State Park →Lake Erie State Park
In Chautauqua County, about 2 miles north of Brocton, Lake Erie State Park covers about 368 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Lake Erie State Park →Pat McGee Trail
Pat McGee Trail is a 191-acre trail in Cattaraugus County, in Little Valley.
Hours, fees and rules for Pat McGee Trail →Lakeside State Park
Lakeside State Park is a park in Orleans County, about 9 miles north of Albion.
Hours, fees and rules for Lakeside State Park →Oak Orchard State Marine Park
Oak Orchard State Marine Park is a marine park in Orleans County, about 9 miles north of Albion.
Hours, fees and rules for Oak Orchard State Marine Park →Letchworth State Park
The park supports snowmobiling, horseback riding, winter sports, hunting in season, and swimming. The official site lists about 66 miles of trails. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming pool.
Hours, fees and rules for Letchworth State Park →Genesee Valley Greenway State Park
In Livingston County, about 10 miles southwest of Geneseo, Genesee Valley Greenway State Park covers about 1,146 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Genesee Valley Greenway State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Buffalo
- Darien Lakes State Park 23 mi east · Campground listed
- Sunset Bay State Marine Park 27 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Golden Hill State Park 38 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Letchworth State Park 48 mi east · Campground listed
Cabins and lodging near Buffalo
- Darien Lakes State Park 23 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Golden Hill State Park 38 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Letchworth State Park 48 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Buffalo
- Beaver Island State Park 7 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Buckhorn Island State Park 13 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Niagara Falls State Park 17 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Reservoir State Park 18 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Golden Hill State Park 38 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
+ 1 more in the list above
Swimming near Buffalo
- Beaver Island State Park 7 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Darien Lakes State Park 23 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Letchworth State Park 48 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Buffalo
- Beaver Island State Park 7 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Buckhorn Island State Park 13 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Niagara Falls State Park 17 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Reservoir State Park 18 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Darien Lakes State Park 23 mi east · Hiking trails listed
+ 3 more in the list above
Fishing near Buffalo
- Beaver Island State Park 7 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Buckhorn Island State Park 13 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Niagara Falls State Park 17 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Reservoir State Park 18 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Darien Lakes State Park 23 mi east · Fishing listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Buffalo
What is the closest state park to Buffalo?
Darwin Martin House State Historic Site is the closest, about 3 miles north of Buffalo in a straight line. Next are Buffalo Harbor State Park and Woodlawn Beach State Park.
How many state parks are near Buffalo?
28 state park units are within 50 miles, and 15 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Buffalo have camping?
4 parks list camping, the nearest being Darien Lakes State Park, Sunset Bay State Marine Park and Golden Hill State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Buffalo?
Yes, at 6 parks, including Beaver Island State Park, Buckhorn Island State Park and Niagara Falls State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Buffalo?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Niagara Falls, NY16 mi northwest
- Near Lockport, NY21 mi northeast
- Near Batavia, NY35 mi east
- Near Dunkirk, NY37 mi southwest
- Near Jamestown, NY58 mi south
- Near Olean, NY60 mi south
- Near Rochester, NY66 mi east
- Near Erie, PA82 mi southwest
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.