Parks & Recreation

Announcement - Winter Recreational Activities

Ski trails have been groomed at the Western Turnpike Golf Course for cross-country skiing. Don't have a set of skis? No problem! We have you covered. The Parks & Recreation Dept. has a limited amount of skis, boots and poles for rent on a daily basis. Visit our Activities, Events & Programs web page for more information on seasonal recreational rental equipment, winter ski trail map, snowshoe rentals, etc.

Welcome

Welcome to the Town of Guilderland's Parks and Recreation website. Our web pages offer comprehensive information for residents regarding our town parks and their amenities, the Tawasentha Park pool, various rental facilities exclusively available to Guilderland residents, numerous seasonal activities and programs offered throughout the year, and trails suitable for walking, hiking, skiing, and snowshoeing. Visit our Activities, Events & Programs web page to learn more. During the summer months, the Guilderland Performing Arts Center (GPAC) hosts several complimentary performances, with schedules published on our website each spring.

To register for recreational activities and programs, please visit Guilderland's Recreation website at GuilderlandMyRec.com.

Should you have any questions about our parks or programs, please contact the Parks and Recreation office at 518-456-3150 between 8:00 AM and 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

  1. 1 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
  2. 2 Tawasentha Park Bridge
  3. 3 Municipal Building 1
  4. 4 Playground in a Local Park
  5. 5 Wooden Pavillion and Storm Shelter
  6. 6 Municipal Building 2
  7. 7 Parks and Recreation Office Building
  8. 8 Guilderland Performing Arts Center Show
  9. 9 Town Pool
  10. 10 Parks and Recreation Office Directory Sign

Responsibilities

The Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for the design, maintenance, promotion and beautification of numerous parks, recreational facilities, and seasonal programs throughout the Town.

The Parks and Recreation Department employs numerous full-time, part-time, and seasonal employees to assist with various activities, programs and camps.  In addition to the Parks and Recreation Office, employees are located at the Parks and Recreation Maintenance Building, adjoined to Tawasentha Park.

Facility & Picnic Area Rental Information

The Guilderland Parks & Recreation Department began booking Tawasentha Park pavilion and picnic area reservations to Guilderland residents on Monday, January 5, 2026. The Parks and Recreation office is open Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 3:30pm. Rentals are on a first-come, first-served basis.  Walk-in reservations (with payment) will take priority over phone, faxed or emailed reservation requests. 

Facility rentals are available from May 1 – October 31 of each year, Monday – Sunday, with the exception of summer day camp dates or during special events. 

To reserve a facility or picnic area, a Request for Use of Facilities/Know the Rules form must be submitted with full payment (credit card, check or cash) to the Town of Guilderland Parks & Recreation Dept. Forms can be dropped off or mailed to the Guilderland Parks & Recreation Department at 181 State Route 146, Altamont, NY 12009, or faxed to 518-456-3156. 

Please note: Only Guilderland residents can reserve a pavilion. Proof of residency is required at the time of booking. A facility rental does not include pool admission fees. All pool admission fees are separate. Non-swimmers are still charged the appropriate admission fee to access the pool area.

To view the availability of facilities or for additional information, visit the Facility & Picnic Area Rentals webpage.

Parks & Recreation Dept. Phone Numbers

  • Parks Maintenance
    Phone: 518-456-8220
  • Tawasentha Park Pool
    Phone: 518-456-4446
  • Guilderland Performing Arts Center
    Phone: 518-456-3150
  • Western Turnpike Golf Course
    Phone: 518-456-0786
  • Lost and Found
    Phone: 518-456-3150
  • Nott Road Park
    Phone: 518-456-3150
  • Tawasentha Day Camp Pavilion
    (late June- early August)
    Phone: 518-579-3769
  • Bus Questions/Day Camp (seasonal)
    Phone: 518-456-3150