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Drone Rules for Watkins Glen State Park
Watkins Glen, New York (NY)
• United States
1009 N Franklin St, Watkins Glen, NY 14891, USA
Lat: 42.3672 • Lng: -76.9016
Ground
Not allowed
Last updated: May 29, 2026
Summary
Drones are prohibited at Watkins Glen State Park per New York state park regulations. Gorge trail and 19 waterfalls are protected.
Drone Rules - Watkins Glen State Park
Drone flights are banned at Watkins Glen State Park.
Key Rules
- No recreational drone use within the gorge or park grounds
- Commercial filming requires a Special Use Permit
- The 2-mile gorge trail passes 19 waterfalls carved through shale and limestone -- drones are prohibited for visitor safety
Source
- New York State Parks: https://parks.ny.gov/parks/watkins-glen