Rhiannon & Daniel
Things To Do
Allegany State Park
65,000-acre Allegany State Park is known for its primitive, forested valleys, un-glaciated landscape, fall leaves, and wildlife. The park's two developed areas, Red House and Quaker, make this the largest state park in New York. Both areas offer sand beaches, picnic areas, museums, hiking trails, and naturalist walks. Walkers, runners, and bicycle riders can take advantage of the five miles of paved trails around Red House. The Art Roscoe Ski Touring Area has some of the finest groomed cross country skiing and mountain bike trails in the Northeast. Snowmobilers are attracted to Allegany State Park for its 90 miles of groomed snowmobile trails and 44 winterized cabins. Other activities include bird watching, picnicking, fishing, hunting, snowshoeing, canoeing, and horseback riding.
Thunder Rocks in Allegany State Park
Quite possibly my favorite place in the park, the kids LOVE to climb the rock formations (and the adults do too).
Bear Caves in Allegany State Park
Slightly tougher hike, but amazing rock formations.
Bridal Falls in Allegany State Park
Less tricky spot to hike to, just wear shoes that can get muddy!
Stone Tower in Allegany State Park
A special place for us! We never go to Allegany without a stop at Stone Tower, amazing views day or night.
Quaker Beach in Allegany State Park
September may be chilly for the beach, or perfect. It's Western New York, you never know.
Red House Administration Building
They have a cute museum, gift shop and restaurant!
Ellicottville
Ellicottville is about 20 minutes outside of the Park, with cute boutique shops, amazing restaurants and lodging.
Rock City Park
About 20 minutes outside of the park, is an amazing hiking spot!
Griffis Sculpture Park
About 30 minutes outside of the park, very easy hike with amazing art.