Howard Eaton Reservoir
The Eaton Reservoir is approximately 246 acres in size and is located just southeast of North East, PA, between
I-90 and I-86. There are 15 miles of single track and also nice riding around the perimeter of the reservoir.
Directions from Findley Lake, NY: take NY 426 north into Pennsylvania where it turns into PA 426. Follow for
a total of approximately 4.1 miles to Black Rd. Turn left onto Black Rd and proceed approximately 1.2 miles
to the reservoir. Parking and picnic areas are on the left.
Allegheny State Park
The largest park in the New York State Park system, Allegany State Park offers cabins, camping,
hiking, biking, snowmobiling, cross country skiing with 18 trails covering over 35 miles.
Route 17, exits 18-20,
2373 ASP Tr.1, Suite 3 Salamanca, NY 14779
Phone: (716) 354-9121 or (800) 456-2267;
Fax: (716) 354-6725
Allison Wells Ney Trail
Part of Rails to Trails System; over 5 miles gently climbing the Lake Erie Escarpment, offering
spectacular vistas of Lake Erie. Parking on Thayer Road & Prospect Station Rd.
Thayer Rd.,
Rails to Trails PO Box 151, Mayville, NY 14757
Brocton, NY 14716;
Phone: (716) 483-233
Audubon Nature Center & Sanctuary
A 600-acre wildlife sanctuary with 5 miles of easy hiking trails through fields, woods, and wetlands
with observations towers and handicap accessible overlook. Exhibits, bird collection, Roger Tory Peterson,
Art Inspirations Exhibit, special events, programs and nature store. One host of thee annual Nature Art Festival.
1600 Riverside Rd. Jamestown, NY 14701
Phone: (716) 569-2345;
Fax: (716) 569-2765;
Email: jaudubon@netsync.net
Camp Findley
Located on the sunny side of Findley Lake, hiking, cross country skiing and group camping available on 160 acres.
Sunnyside Rd. Findley Lake, NY 14736
Phone: (716) 769-7146;
Fax: (716) 769-7398
Email: cmpfndly@cecomet.net
Chautauqua Gorge
8 miles running north to Gale St., Westfield. Some county lands and private lands. Owner's permission required.
Hannum Rd. Mayville, NY 14757
College Lodge
Open year round the Main Lodge is perfect for meetings, conferences, banquets, retreats or large family gatherings.
Overnight accommodations for groups of 20-90 in separate sleeping lodge. ADA accessible. Low ropes adventure course, x-country ski trails, hiking trails, sand volleyball court.
Route 380 Brocton, NY 14716
Phone: (716) 673-3417
Earl Cardot Eastside Overland Trail
Eastern section of the county trail system covering 19 miles from Gerry, north to the Town of Arkwright. Hiking,
mountain biking, or cross-country skiing, camping lean-tos. Maps available. No motorized vehicles.
28 Mile Creek Rd., Gerry, NY 14740
Phone: (716) 763-7828
Erlandson Overview Park
The 2nd highest elevation in Chautauqua County. 76 acres with a 1 1/2 mile loop trail. Open May 15 to Nov. 1.
Oak Hill Road Frewsburg, NY 14736
Phone: (716) 763-8928
Fred Cusimano Overland Trail
Western section of county trail system covering over 24 miles between Mayville and Sherman. Great for hiking,
mountain biking or cross country skiing, camping lean-tos available. Maps available. No motorized vehicles.
Hannum Rd., Mayville, NY 14757
Phone: (716) 763-8928
French Creek Preserve
Over 90 acres of wildlife preserve teeming with migratory birds & animals; perfect for cross country skiing.
Hare Creek Rd. County Rd. 4, Clymer, NY 14724
Phone: (716) 355-6374
Lake Erie State Park
Located between Portland and Westfield overlooking Lake Erie. Overnight camping available, bike paths
and cross country skiing on ungroomed trails. 7 miles west of Dunkirk
Route 5 Dunkirk, NY 14048
Phone: (716) 792-9214
Long Point State Park
Located on Chautauqua Lake - a 320 acre day-use park, (no camping) with swimming beach & bathhouse,
hiking, biking, picnic pavilions, public boat launch and marina with restaurant, marine supplies, gas docks.
Winter time fun with cross-country skiing, snowmobiling & winter fishing.
Route 430 Bemus Point, NY 14712
Phone: (716) 386-2722;
Fax: (716) 386-2688
Luensman Overlook Park
A 70-acre overlook on a glacial ridge. Enjoy fabulous sunsets and view of Lake Erie. Picnic pavilion & tables.
Thayer Rd.,
Portland, NY 14769
Phone: (716) 661-8400 or (716) 763-8928
Panama Rocks Scenic Park
Glacier formed scenic park with hiking trails and picnic area.
11 Rock Hill Rd., PO Box 176 Panama, NY 14767
Phone: (716) 782-2845;
Email: pj@panamarocks.com
Rails to Trails
Trail system of converted rail beds covering 30 miles. Hiking, biking and cross country skiing. Maps available.
Rt. 394 Railroad Depot,
PO Box 151 Mayville, NY 14781
Phone: (716) 269-3666
Ralph Sheldon Trail
Part of the Rails to Trails System, perfect for hiking, biking & cross country skiing. 5.5 miles running north to Summerdale Rd. Parking available on Titus Rd. Maps available.
Titus Rd. Sherman, NY 14781
Phone: (716) 483-2330
Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History
Home to world class nature exhibits, wildlife art, photography exhibitions. Also features a natural history library
and Nature Store. Hike & bird the trails on 27 acres and enjoy the butterfly garden.
311 Curtis St. Jamestown, NY 14701
Phone: (716) 665-2473;
Fax: (716) 665-3794