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Letchworth State Park

1 Letchworth State Park
Castile, NY 14427
Phone: (585) 493-3600


Letchworth State Park, renowned as the "Grand Canyon of the East," is one of the most scenically magnificent areas in the eastern U.S. The Genesee River roars through the gorge over three major waterfalls between cliffs--as high as 600 feet in some places--surrounded by lush forests. The historic, completely restored Glen Iris Inn offers overnight accommodations and is open to the public for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Campers can take advantage of tent and trailer campsites or winterized cabins. For professional and organizational retreats, educational and training needs can be met at the Conference Center, where overnight Full Service Accomodations are possible. The accomodations include bedrooms, showers and a kitchen. Group camping facilities are available as well. Hikers can choose among 66 miles of hiking trails. Trails are also available for horseback riding, biking, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. Two pools are open for swimming. Letchworth offers nature, history and performing arts programs, guided walks and tours, a summer lecture series, whitewater rafting, kayaking and hot air ballooning.

Winter activities include ice skating, snow tubing, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and horse-drawn sleigh rides.

Directions: Along the Genesee River, 35 miles south of Rochester. Exit 7 Interstate 390.

Seasons/Hours: The park is open year round. The camping area is open from mid-May to mid-October. Cabins may be rented year round. Deer and spring turkey hunting are permitted in season.

Pets: Household pets only; caged or on a leash not more than 6 feet. Proof of rabies inoculation. Not allowed in bathing areas, buildings or cabins.

Attractions:

Biking Bridle Path
Cabins
Camper Recreation Cross Country Skiing Dumping Stations
Empire Passport Accepted Fishing
Food
Group Camping Hiking Hunting
Ice Skating
Nature Trail
Pavilions
Picnic Tables Playground
Pool
Recreation Programs
Showers Snowmobiling
Tent/Trailer Sites