Prescribed Burns at Big Bend

New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is preparing for its first prescribed burn season at Big Bend Preserve, with plans to conduct burns this spring and...

June Events at the Park

Join the Park Staff for a month filled with fun and educational programs and hikes.

All events are free  - please tell the toll booth operator that you are...

Volunteer Opportunities updated June 12

We often hear from so many people how much families and friends appreciate all the work we do.  We are successful because we have so many dedicated volunteers who fully embrace the concept of...

NatureFest 2025

Mark your calendars for this year's NatureFest on Saturday September 13! We'll have nature and environmental themed exhibitors, live animals, music, food, crafts and fun for...

Monarch Larva Monitoring Project

You can help support this valuable citizen science project by observing and collecting information on the Monarch Butterflies right here at Moreau Lake State Park. Read on:

The Monarch Larva...

Keep Hiking Smart

Summer is here so be prepared.  NYS DEC has published a quick guide to help you Hike Smart - and also to Leave No Trace. Statewide, visitors to our parks are leaving trash behind in increasing...

2025 “I BIRD NY” Challenge

The 2025 I BIRD NY Challenge is back and Moreau Lake State Park is on the birding trail map!!! Use your observation skills and join the annual Challenge by...