22 miles of certified trail in the hills of western New York.
The most recent glaciers did not cover the trianglular Allegany State Park area, leaving steep sided, V-shaped valleys and rugged terrain.
The Finger Lakes, Conservation, and North Country Trails are concurrent through the park, using park trail #1. Plenty of reminders of the former forests may be seen, such as this 5-foot diameter stump. Stony Brook Lean-to, and Beck Hollow Lean-to available. Junction with Conservation Trail where it heads north.
Ragged Fringed Orchid is just one of the wonders you may find.
This bridge, "modeled" here by Jay Zitter, near the NY/ PA border welcomes you to hike.
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WHERE IS IT?
The Allegany State Park is located in SW New York State, on the Pennsylvania border with the village of Salamanca on the north.