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Letchworth State Park

Castile, NY U.S.A.

1 Letchworth State Park
Castile, NY 14427
U.S.A.

585-493-3600
800-456-2267 Reservations

Letchworth State Park Web Site

Open Year-Round
Entry Fee Charged

Colorful fall foliage in Letchworth State Park.

Tall cliffs rise out of the river gorge at Letchworth State Park.

A balloon drifts over the cliffs of Letchworth State Park.

The precipitous walls, dramatic waterfalls and snaking pathway of Genesee Gorge have earned it the title "Grand Canyon of the East."

Located in Letchworth State Park, the waterway is popular for year-round recreation.

More than 66 miles of hiking trails climb to many scenic vistas in the 14,350-acre park, and are favorite backpacking destinations. No overnight backpacking is permitted.

There are more than 20 miles of biking trails.

A gorge trail leads into the canyon and passes millions of years of geological history. The Finger Lakes Trail is a rugged 21-mile hike.

In winter, the trails double as cross-country ski trails.

There are cabins, campgrounds, fishing areas and winter sports facilities.

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Photo credits in order: Courtesy of New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. Courtesy of New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. Courtesy of New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.