Boating and Fishing
The Genesee River that runs through the park is marked by some very high waterfalls, but canoeing and kayaking on the river are still possible, as are whitewater rafting and kayaking. There are two designated areas for fishing along the river, plus local ponds.
1 Letchworth State Park
Castile, New York 14427
(585) 493-3600
Trails
The park features 66 miles of hiking trails. Some of these offer access to lovely views of the three major waterfalls of the Genesee River, which are the park's major attraction. Some of these trails overlap with trails that allow mountain biking and horseback riding.
Winter Activities
In the winter, snowmobilers take over most of the trails. Some hiking trails become cross-country skiing-only routes. Other favorite winter activities include snow tubing and snowshoeing.
Glen Iris Inn
Another major attraction in the park is the historic home of William Pryor Letchworth, now the Glenn Iris Inn. His cliff-top manor was the center of a 1,000-acre estate, which was left to the state of New York to be used as a park after his death in 1906. This lovely 19th century home now serves as the park lodge, with a restaurant and accommodations for visitors.
7 Letchworth State Park
Castile, New York 14427
(585) 493-2622
www.glenirisinn.com
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