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A woman in a wheelchair and a man next to her hold hands while walking down a foliage-lined main street in Beacon, NY

If wandering through amazing art displays, exploring friendly farmers markets, and admiring fantastic foliage sound like your ideal day, this wheelchair-accessible trip to Beacon needs to be on your…

A small sailboat with two people glides peacefully across a Lake George under a sunny sky, surrounded by distant green hills. Reflections ripple on the water.

The Adirondacks region of New York State is home to 6 million acres of protected wilderness, awe-inspiring views from its 46 High Peaks, and over 3,000 lakes and ponds. How much of it is wheelchair accessible? More than you would think!…

A happy family strolls on a park path: a mother, father, and three kids, one in a wheelchair. Surrounded by lush trees under a cloudy sky.

Adaptive rock climbing, adorable animal encounters, and dazzling lakeside adventures, an accessible getaway awaits for the whole family in Syracuse and beyond!…

Two people sailing a white dinghy sailboat on a sunny, calm lake with mountains in the background.

July is Disability Pride Month, honoring the history, achievements, and lived experiences of the disability community, and commemorating the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on…

Nikki Walsh of Adapt Fit using adaptive skiing equipment on a snowy slope at Windham Mountain Club, assisted by an Adaptive Sports Foundation instructor in green.

The Catskills have long served as a playground for winter outdoor adventure enthusiasts thanks to the region’s excellent ski mountains, picturesque hiking landscapes, cozy resorts, and happening farm-to-table dining scene that makes for the perfect ski and apres ski experience.

A mother and son, who has headphones on, sit at a table coloring at the Strong Museum of Play

Not only is Rochester home to renowned museums, beautiful parks, and a vibrant food scene, it’s also packed with inclusive experiences for travelers with autism or developmental disabilities and rich Black culture.

Vibrantly-colored balloons soar over a waterfall at Letchworth on a sunny day

New York State is home to all kinds of amazing adventures and incredible attractions, many of which offer accessibility features for travelers who have limited mobility or difficulty walking. Many museums offer benches and portable stools for visitors to rest on while a number of attractions, including Storm King Art Center and the Bronx Zoo, offer tram rides throughout their sprawling campuses. Check out these 28 destinations for people who have difficulty walking and start planning your next Empire State adventure! Photo Credit: @kh_kremer on Instagram…

Three people including a person in a power wheelchair on a path surrounded by grassy fields with large scale sculptures in the distance at Storm King Art Center

A trip to New York State is both accessible and affordable thanks to discounted rates for visitors with disabilities and free companion/personal care attendant admission at many sites. From world-class museums and historic landmarks to picturesque parks and vibrant cultural venues, there’s a destination to match every interest.

A view of Taughannock Falls State Park from the overlook across the way

Adaptive mountain biking and kayaking, waterfall chasing, and amazing outdoor adventuring, get ready for an accessible getaway unlike any other in the Finger Lakes!…

Family walking on an elevated tree top pathway at the wild center

Scenic steamboat cruises, mountainside splendor, and outdoor adventure aplenty, an unforgettable family-friendly getaway awaits in the Adirondacks! Accessible for travelers with cognitive and developmental disabilities, your journeys may lead you to cool destinations like the Wild Center with an accessible trail of elevated bridges through the treetops or the Adirondack Rail Trail for a family e-bike ride through picture-perfect mountain towns. Follow along with the family behind @ourhuddybuddy as Melanie and her sons Colton (13) and Huddy (5), who has Down Syndrome, embark on an amazing Adirondack adventure and get inspired to plan your own family vacation in New York State.