Picture of the day - April 14, 2005

Letchworth State Park

Letchworth State Park, NY
Photo courtesy of Sarah Beckwith. 

Today's picture features a wonderful shot of one of the three major falls in western New York's Letchworth State Park. Over eons of time, the Genesee River has carved a deep gorge bounded by cliffs as high as 600 feet right in the middle of beautiful lush forests. This gorge has come to be known as "The Grand Canyon Of The East".

Western New York is known for its beauty and tranquility, and Letchworth State park offers visitors plenty of both.


The 14,350-acre park features over 70 miles of hiking trails that wind their way through the lush forests and to the top of several scenic peaks. If you prefer biking over hiking there are over 20 trails for you to bike. Are wintertime activities your cup of tea? Then cross-country skiing on the trails just might be your idea of the perfect winter vacation.

Letchworth State Park is located just 20 miles south of Rochester at exit 7 of I-390. Be sure to drop in for some exciting, yet relaxing outdoor adventures!
 

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