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Genesee Region
The voices of the past echo through the canyon walls, calling all
that hear, back to the place known as the Grand Canyon of the East! The thunder
of Letchworth’s three falls, the lushness of the thick forests and the beauty of Lake
Ontario, is the Genesee Region.
LETCHWORTH STATE PARK
Letchworth State Park, the “Grand Canyon of the East,” is where a 17-mile stretch
of the Genesee River roars through the park’s gorge with three major waterfalls and
cliffs as high as 600 feet, surrounded by lush forests. Campers can take advantage of
tent and trailer campsites, or cabins, a number of which are winterized. Find miles
of trails for hiking, horseback riding and biking – walk the seven-mile gorge trail
with jaw-dropping views at the overlooks, or take the trail to the river’s edge and see
the river otters at play. The well-stocked Trout Pond has a pier usable by people with
disabilities allowing easy access along the shoreline. A swimming pool, playgrounds,
athletic fields, festivals, cultural events, history and performing arts programs, guided
walks, white-water rafting, kayaking, and for the intrepid camper, hot-air ballooning,
Letchworth has it all! Other highlights of the park include the William Pryor
Letchworth Museum, Native American Council Grounds and the Glen Iris Inn, Mr.
Letchworth’s former home. The park’s annual Arts and Crafts Show and Sale brings
thousands of visitors every October. When the weather gets cold, the park heats up;
visitors can enjoy winter activities including cross-country skiing and snowmobiling.
For groups, there are special areas available to camp as well.
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of New York Camping Guide 2013
New York Camping Guide 2013
Contents
Adirondacks
Allegany
Catskills
Central
New York State Map
Finger Lakes
Genesee
Long Island
Niagara
Palisades
Saratoga
Taconic
Thousand Islands
Cabins and Cottages
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