The best parks & outdoor spots in Oneida County

3 parks & outdoor spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Addison Miller Park

Parks & Outdoors

Addison Miller Park has the fix when cabin fever hits, with a legit playground and swings for the littles, tennis courts and baseball space…

York St (Utica)

“Addison Miller Park has the fix when cabin fever hits, with a legit playground and swings for the littles, tennis courts and baseball space for friendly bragging rights, plus a pool when the sun gets bossy. Pack a ball, grab a towel, and make an easy local reset this week.”

From the Oneida County newsletter, August 4, 2026

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F T Proctor Park

Parks & Outdoors

Rolling 62-acre city park with a creek & lily pond plus basketball courts & sports fields.

Utica

“Rolling 62-acre city park with a creek & lily pond plus basketball courts & sports fields.”

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Roscoe Conkling Park

Parks & Outdoors

Historic recreation area featuring the Utica Zoo, Valley View Golf Course & a woodsy trail system.

Utica

“Historic recreation area featuring the Utica Zoo, Valley View Golf Course & a woodsy trail system.”

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