| While New York City gets much of the | | | | fishing, hunting, snowshoeing, canoeing, |
| press, it is New York state park | | | | and horseback riding. Because Allegany |
| campgrounds that have captured the | | | | State Park offers a variety of camping |
| hearts of many northeastern travelers. | | | | facilities, it is one of those New York |
| There is just something so incredibly | | | | state park campgrounds that is |
| comforting about spending time in these | | | | appropriate for both weekend warriors |
| scenic playgrounds. Once you've visited | | | | and extended stay vacationers. The park |
| one of the premiere New York state park | | | | is home to some 424 campsites, 375 |
| campgrounds, chances are you'll be | | | | cabins, and three group camps. You can |
| hooked for life, given the variety of | | | | also rent one of the park's comfortable |
| amenities they offer. Undoubtedly, one | | | | vacation cottages. Another one of the |
| of the most popular of the New York | | | | most popular New York state park |
| state park campgrounds is Allegany State | | | | campgrounds is Moreau Lake State Park, |
| Park. In fact, this campground was named | | | | which has been listed as one of the top |
| in 2007 as a Top "Amazing Spot" in the | | | | 100 campgrounds in the U.S. This |
| nation. The park is vast, measuring some | | | | incredible camping site is known for its |
| 65,000 acres. It is perhaps best known | | | | hardwood forests and tranquil grounds, |
| for its primitive forests, lovely fall | | | | along with its pristine beachfront. At |
| foliage, and amazing wildlife. The park | | | | Moreau Lake, you can enjoy hiking, |
| is divided into two developed areas-Red | | | | boating, cross country skiing, and even |
| House and Quaker. Both locations boast | | | | ice fishing. The site also features a |
| sandy beaches, enchanting picnic | | | | wooden pavilion which can accommodate as |
| grounds, fascinating museums, and | | | | many as 120 people. It's also a |
| challenging hiking trails. The park | | | | user-friendly site, since vacationers |
| facility is a favorite for both | | | | can easily rent fishing gear, snowshoes, |
| dedicated walkers and bike riders, | | | | beach lounges, and beach umbrellas. |
| thanks to its miles of paved trails. | | | | Meanwhile, the famed Lake Shore Cottage |
| Meanwhile, the Art Roscoe Ski Touring | | | | boasts a refrigerator, stove, bathroom |
| Area offers both cross country skiing | | | | with shower, fireplace, and screened |
| and mountain bike trails-perhaps some of | | | | porch. New York state park campgrounds |
| the greatest trails in all of the | | | | are well-maintained and well-equipped to |
| Northeast. The park is also a favorite | | | | meet your vacation needs. They're |
| of snowmobilers, thanks to its 90 miles | | | | appropriate for both winter fun and |
| of snowmobile trails. In addition, at | | | | summer sunbathing and can provide you |
| Allegany State Park you can enjoy | | | | with a lifetime of wonderful memories. |