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Hiking in Towpath Park: trails, map and practical info

Finger Lakes • New York

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François Dumaine
By François Dumaine • Contributor since 2022 • Updated 20/06/2026
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Difficulty
Easy
Distance
2 km
Elevation
10 ft
Duration
36min

Walk the historic Erie Canal towpath in New York's Finger Lakes region on this 2.4 km easy trail (36 minutes). Follow the restored mule-drawn canal route where stone locks and waterside scenery blend natural beauty with 19th-century engineering heritage.

Recommended for :
Beginners

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Trail description

CORRECTION CRITIQUE: Remplacer toutes les références à 'Towpath Park' et 'Finger Lakes region' (New York) par 'Towpath Trail' et 'Cuyahoga Valley National Park' (Ohio). Les paragraphes sur les connexions régionales et Ohio & Erie Canalway sont appropriés mais contradictent le titre/intro. Restructurer pour cohérence géographique.

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Everything you need to know before you go

Where?

Address
Erie Canal Heritage Trail, Spencerport, NY 14559, USA
GPS coordinates
43.1934823, -77.8000702
Phone
Not available

Starting Point

The towpath park is located in the Bronx, New York. To get to the start of the trails, take the Metro-North Railroad to the Botanical Garden Station. From there, it is a short walk to the park.

When?

Opening hours
Monday: Open 24 hoursTuesday: Open 24 hoursWednesday: Open 24 hoursThursday: Open 24 hoursFriday: Open 24 hoursSaturday: Open 24 hoursSunday: Open 24 hours
Varies by season
Best season
Fall
Spectacular colors
Best time
Early morning
Less crowded
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How much?

Entry fees
Adult
Not available
Child
—
What to bring?
Gear
Download the PDF checklist
Water & food
2L minimum
No water point on the trail
Bring energy snacks for a 4h+ hike
Good to know
Park rules
No dogs
Safety
Download the GPX before you go
Limited cellular coverage on the trail
Slippery after rain
Be careful on rocky sections
In an emergency
Emergency
911
Parking GPS
43.1934823, -77.8000702
Center
Not available

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FAQ - Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know
Easy
10.00
Monday: Open 24 hoursTuesday: Open 24 hoursWednesday: Open 24 hoursThursday: Open 24 hoursFriday: Open 24 hoursSaturday: Open 24 hoursSunday: Open 24 hours
36min
No
No
It takes 3 to 4 hours to complete Towpath Park. The actual time may vary depending on your pace and how often you stop along the way.
No, dogs are not allowed on Towpath Park. Please plan accordingly if you were hoping to bring your pet.
No, parking is not free at Towpath Park. Be sure to budget for parking fees when planning your visit.
No, access to Towpath Park is not free. Check current admission prices before your visit.
Towpath Park is open 24 hours daily, seven days a week. This provides flexibility for early morning or evening visits.
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Update : June 2026