State Parks Near Niagara Falls, New York
23 state park units lie within 50 miles of Niagara Falls. The closest is Niagara Falls State Park - Devil's Hole Area, about 3 mi west of town. 16 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Niagara Falls State Park - Devil's Hole Area3 mi west
- Within 25 miles
- 16of 23 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 32 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 5pets allowed
State parks near Niagara Falls, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Niagara Falls; driving distance is usually longer.
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 →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 →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) →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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Niagara Falls
- Darien Lakes State Park 33 mi east · Campground listed
- Golden Hill State Park 33 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Sunset Bay State Marine Park 37 mi south · Campground listed
Cabins and lodging near Niagara Falls
- Darien Lakes State Park 33 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Golden Hill State Park 33 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Niagara Falls
- Niagara Falls State Park 3 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Reservoir State Park 3 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
- Buckhorn Island State Park 3 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Beaver Island State Park 9 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
- Golden Hill State Park 33 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Niagara Falls
- Beaver Island State Park 9 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
- Darien Lakes State Park 33 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Niagara Falls
- Niagara Falls State Park 3 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Reservoir State Park 3 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Buckhorn Island State Park 3 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Beaver Island State Park 9 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Darien Lakes State Park 33 mi east · Hiking trails listed
+ 1 more in the list above
Fishing near Niagara Falls
- Niagara Falls State Park 3 mi west · Fishing listed
- Reservoir State Park 3 mi north · Fishing listed
- Buckhorn Island State Park 3 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Beaver Island State Park 9 mi south · Fishing listed
- Darien Lakes State Park 33 mi east · Fishing listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Niagara Falls
What is the closest state park to Niagara Falls?
Niagara Falls State Park - Devil's Hole Area is the closest, about 3 miles west of Niagara Falls in a straight line. Next are Niagara Falls State Park - Whirlpool Area and Niagara Falls State Park.
How many state parks are near Niagara Falls?
23 state park units are within 50 miles, and 16 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Niagara Falls have camping?
3 parks list camping, the nearest being Darien Lakes State Park, Golden Hill State Park and Sunset Bay State Marine Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Niagara Falls?
Yes, at 5 parks, including Niagara Falls State Park, Reservoir State Park and Buckhorn Island 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 Niagara Falls?
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 Buffalo, NY16 mi southeast
- Near Lockport, NY17 mi east
- Near Batavia, NY43 mi east
- Near Dunkirk, NY45 mi south
- Near Jamestown, NY70 mi south
- Near Rochester, NY71 mi east
- Near Olean, NY76 mi southeast
- Near Erie, PA86 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.