New York has 180 state parks. Each and every one of them is unique and special in its own way. You might know that Allegany State Park, at 65,000 acres in size, is New York’s largest state park. But do you know which park is the smallest state park in New York? Read on to find out.

The New York State Fair is a very fun annual event that has been happening almost every year since 1841. It takes place at the end of the summer for 13 days and closes on Labor Day.
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People come from all over the state to enjoy the fair. There are amazing exhibits of all kinds.
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There are plenty of amusements and rides to enjoy.
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The food at the fair is plentiful and varied.
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And, fair attendees can check out livestock from all over the state.
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There's so much to see and do at the New York State Fair, but you might not know that the fairgrounds are also home to New York's smallest state park.
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State Park at the Fair is only half an acre in size. It is only accessible during the fair and during other events held at the fairgrounds. It's marked as number 32 on this map.
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This tiny state park is on the shore of this reflecting pool that is in front of the Horticulture Building.
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There are benches and picnic tables in the park, and there is also a a small miniature golf course.
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The park is staffed by employees of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Restoration and they are on hand to answer any questions you have about any of the parks in the New York State Parks system. They also put on daily raptor education programs in the park during the fair.
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This cool and tiny state park is just another reason to love New York!
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State Park at the Fair is certainly a very unique state park! Be sure to stop by and see the friendly folks working there during your next visit to the New York State Fair.

Do you want to learn more about New York’s state parks? Check out this post for more: These 9 State Parks In New York Will Knock Your Socks Off

 

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