At first mention, New York conjures images of towering skyscrapers and masses of people. The state is much more than a large, energetic city. New York is home to 180 beautiful New York state parks for you to explore. We will outline 20 wonderful New York state parks to visit. 1. Letchworth State Park Home to the “Grand Canyon of the East,” Letchworth State Park sits in Livingston and Wyoming counties in western New York. The Genesee River carves a 600-foot-deep picturesque gorge with dozens of waterfalls. Many visitors focus on three breathtaking waterfalls easily accessed along the famous Gorge