Top 10 Hiking Trails in Western New York: our selection

Ten ideas. Reasons to pick each one.

Compare 10 hiking ideas in Western New York: the duration and the level, then open the trail page for the details.

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How to pick the best hiking trails for you?

Three guideposts to compare the ideas in this selection.

The experience

Outings with a good mix of moods and challenges in Western New York.

The scenery

Panoramas, forests and remarkable natural settings.

Who it suits

Outings for different levels and moods, from a serious challenge to an easy stroll.

Our 10 hikes in Western New York

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N Country Trail

Western New York

1 hr 51 min Easy
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Cassadaga Lakes

Western New York

2 hr 30 min Easy
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Rock City Park

Western New York

45 min Easy
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Wiscoy Falls

Western New York

30 min Easy
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Quaker Lake

Western New York

2 hr Easy
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Griffis Sculpture Park

Western New York

4 hr 30 min Easy
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Bully Hill State Forest

Western New York

4 hr 30 min Moderate
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Trailhead For Skinny Dip Falls

Western New York

45 min Easy
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Alma Hill, New York

Western New York

3 hr 15 min Hard
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Deer Lick Conservation Area

Western New York

1 hr 15 min Easy
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How to choose yours?

Quaker Lake trail - hiking in Western New York

By your level

Short and easy or more demanding: find a hike that suits your experience and your mood.

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Griffis Sculpture Park trail - hiking in Western New York

By season

Fall colours, snowy summits, spring flowers: every season offers a different experience.

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Before you book your day

Access, booking, dogs and weather: check the trail page and the site manager.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I know if a hike suits my level?

Each trail page gives the level (easy, moderate or hard) and, when it is known, the duration. Compare them with your experience, then add time for breaks and the way back.

Do some trails in Western New York require a booking?

It depends on the site. Some trails are in parks that charge an access fee or require a booking: the trail page says so when the information is known, and the site manager's own website remains the reference.

Can I bring my dog?

The trail page says whether dogs are allowed, when the information is known. Always check the site's rules, especially about leashes.