State Parks Near Cortland, New York
28 state park units lie within 50 miles of Cortland. The closest is Fillmore Glen State Park, about 12 mi northwest of town. 6 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Fillmore Glen State Park12 mi northwest
- Within 25 miles
- 6of 28 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 55 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 8pets allowed
State parks near Cortland, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Cortland; driving distance is usually longer.
Fillmore Glen State Park
In Cayuga County, about 2 miles southeast of Moravia, Fillmore Glen State Park covers about 940 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Fillmore Glen State Park →Allan H. Treman State Marine Park
The park supports boating and fishing. Water access includes a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Allan H. Treman State Marine Park →Black Diamond Trail
Black Diamond Trail is a 201-acre trail in Tompkins County, about 4 miles northwest of Ithaca.
Hours, fees and rules for Black Diamond Trail →Buttermilk Falls State Park
The park supports hunting in season, swimming, fishing, and hiking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Buttermilk Falls State Park →Taughannock Falls State Park
The park supports winter sports, hunting in season, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Taughannock Falls State Park →Robert H. Treman State Park
Covering about 1,123 acres, Robert H. Treman State Park lies in Tompkins County, about 5 miles southwest of Ithaca.
Hours, fees and rules for Robert H. Treman State Park →Bowman Lake State Park
Bowman Lake State Park is a 1,135-acre park in Chenango County, about 8 miles west of Norwich.
Hours, fees and rules for Bowman Lake State Park →Lorenzo State Historic Site
Visitors come for winter sports, historic sites, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Lorenzo State Historic Site →Clark Reservation State Park
Clark Reservation State Park is a 340-acre park in Onondaga County, about 4 miles southeast of Syracuse.
Hours, fees and rules for Clark Reservation State Park →Long Point State Park - Finger Lakes
Long Point State Park - Finger Lakes is a park in Cayuga County, about 17 miles southwest of Auburn.
Hours, fees and rules for Long Point State Park - Finger Lakes →Helen McNitt State Park
Visitors come for fishing.
Hours, fees and rules for Helen McNitt State Park →Chittenango Falls State Park
In Madison County, about 11 miles southwest of Oneida, Chittenango Falls State Park covers about 184 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Chittenango Falls State Park →Chenango Valley State Park
Popular activities here are golf, winter sports, boating, swimming, and biking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and boat or kayak rentals. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Chenango Valley State Park →Green Lakes State Park
In Onondaga County, in Fayetteville, Green Lakes State Park covers about 2,212 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Green Lakes State Park →State Park at the Fair
Covering about 5 acres, State Park at the Fair lies in Onondaga County, in Solvay.
Hours, fees and rules for State Park at the Fair →Old Erie Canal State Historic Park
Popular activities here are horseback riding, biking, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Old Erie Canal State Historic Park →Bonavista State Park
Popular activities here are golf, winter sports, hunting in season, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Bonavista State Park →Lodi Point State Park
Lodi Point State Park is a park in Seneca County, about 9 miles east of Penn Yan.
Hours, fees and rules for Lodi Point State Park →Cayuga Lake State Park
In Seneca County, about 10 miles west of Auburn, Cayuga Lake State Park covers about 137 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Cayuga Lake State Park →Sampson State Park
Popular activities here are winter sports, hunting in season, boating, swimming, and biking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Sampson State Park →Watkins Glen State Park
Covering about 798 acres, Watkins Glen State Park lies in Schuyler County, in Watkins Glen.
Hours, fees and rules for Watkins Glen State Park →Catharine Valley Trail
Catharine Valley Trail is a 167-acre trail in Chemung County, about 8 miles north of Horseheads.
Hours, fees and rules for Catharine Valley Trail →Seneca Lake State Park
In Ont/Sen County, in Geneva, Seneca Lake State Park covers about 164 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Seneca Lake State Park →Two Rivers State Park Recreation Area
Two Rivers State Park Recreation Area is a park in Tioga County, in Waverly.
Hours, fees and rules for Two Rivers State Park Recreation Area →Verona Beach State Park
Covering about 1,685 acres, Verona Beach State Park lies in Oneida County, about 8 miles north of Oneida.
Hours, fees and rules for Verona Beach State Park →Newtown Battlefield State Park
Covering about 380 acres, Newtown Battlefield State Park lies in Chemung County, about 5 miles southeast of Elmira.
Hours, fees and rules for Newtown Battlefield State Park →Keuka Lake State Park
In Yates County, about 7 miles southwest of Penn Yan, Keuka Lake State Park covers about 632 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Keuka Lake State Park →Oquaga Creek State Park
Things to do include snowmobiling, golf, ice fishing, disc golf, and winter sports. For overnight stays there are campsites (RV sites and showers). There are also cabins for rent.
Hours, fees and rules for Oquaga Creek State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Cortland
- Buttermilk Falls State Park 22 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Taughannock Falls State Park 22 mi west · Campground listed
- Chenango Valley State Park 32 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Sampson State Park 38 mi west · Campground listed
- Oquaga Creek State Park 48 mi southeast · Campground listed
Cabins and lodging near Cortland
- Buttermilk Falls State Park 22 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Taughannock Falls State Park 22 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Chenango Valley State Park 32 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Sampson State Park 38 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Oquaga Creek State Park 48 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Cortland
- Allan H. Treman State Marine Park 20 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Buttermilk Falls State Park 22 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Taughannock Falls State Park 22 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Helen McNitt State Park 30 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Chenango Valley State Park 32 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
+ 3 more in the list above
Swimming near Cortland
- Buttermilk Falls State Park 22 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Taughannock Falls State Park 22 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Chenango Valley State Park 32 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Sampson State Park 38 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Cortland
- Buttermilk Falls State Park 22 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Taughannock Falls State Park 22 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Chenango Valley State Park 32 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Old Erie Canal State Historic Park 35 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Bonavista State Park 35 mi west · Hiking trails listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Fishing near Cortland
- Allan H. Treman State Marine Park 20 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Buttermilk Falls State Park 22 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Taughannock Falls State Park 22 mi west · Fishing listed
- Helen McNitt State Park 30 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Chenango Valley State Park 32 mi southeast · Fishing listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Cortland
What is the closest state park to Cortland?
Fillmore Glen State Park is the closest, about 12 miles northwest of Cortland in a straight line. Next are Allan H. Treman State Marine Park and Black Diamond Trail.
How many state parks are near Cortland?
28 state park units are within 50 miles, and 6 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Cortland have camping?
5 parks list camping, the nearest being Buttermilk Falls State Park, Taughannock Falls State Park and Chenango Valley State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Cortland?
Yes, at 8 parks, including Allan H. Treman State Marine Park, Buttermilk Falls State Park and Taughannock 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 Cortland?
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 Ithaca, NY20 mi southwest
- Near Auburn, NY30 mi northwest
- Near Syracuse, NY30 mi north
- Near Binghamton, NY37 mi south
- Near Geneva, NY45 mi northwest
- Near Elmira, NY48 mi southwest
- Near Fulton, NY51 mi north
- Near Rome, NY56 mi northeast
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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.