Niagara Falls
Witness the majesty and grandeur of Niagara Falls, one of the world's great natural wonders, and America 's oldest state park. Visit the Cave of the Winds or ride the Maid of the Mist for a thrilling close-up with the awesome power of nature... more info

Letchworth State Park
Home of the "Grand Canyon of the East", Letchworth is worth the drive to Castile, NY. Water-carved canyons and falls are the gems of the park, which features scenic beauty and fun activities year-round... more info

Allegany State Park
Named in 2007 as a Top "Amazing Spot" in the nation, the largest of New York's state parks offers multi-seasonal activities including camping, fishing, and the finest cross country skiing and snowmobile trails in the Northeast...more info

Zoar Valley
South of Buffalo lies beautiful Zoar Valley, with it's canyons, waterfalls, and natural-fed springs. White water rafting is popular on the Cattaraugus Creek, along with hiking, bird-watching, and exploring...more info

Olmstead Parks
Whether you want to gather with friends for a pick-up game of touch football or golf, or just find quiet time with a book or sketchpad, our National Register of Historic Places-listed parks are the perfect location for fun and relaxation in the city...more info

Beaver Island
There's something for everyone at this nearby park. Sunbathing, picnicking, biking, hiking, even golfing is available within Beaver Island 's 950 acres...more info

Tifft Nature Preserve
A division of the Buffalo Museum of Science. Hike along the many trails and observe migrant birds and waterfowl in the several ponds, marshes and woodlands that comprise this urban sanctuary for wildlife. ..more info

Buffalo Waterfront
Stroll or sail around Buffalo's scenic waterfront, the mighty Niagara River, and the historic Erie Canal this summer...more info

Lake Erie
Enjoy summer at Lake Erie beaches: Crystal Lake, Sherkston Shores, and Woodlawn State Beach offer sunning, swimming, and other warm-weather activities...more info

Winter Fun
Head south into Western New York's "Snowbelt" for some of the area's finest skiing, tubing, boarding, and more. Resorts like Kissing Bridge and Holiday Valley offer downhill action while cross-country skiing trails are available in most parks and preserves...more info