Explore surrounding towns
6 min. drive. Spend some time in this small Letchworth Gateway village & enjoy:
🏪 Antique shops
🎨 New Deal Art Gallery
🍕 Restaurants
🎨 Shawn Dunwoody Mural
💦Waterfall at the bridge
🌊 Letchworth State Park, North Entrance (on main street)
🏠 Francis Bellamy House: tour the house of the author of The Pledge of Allegiance.
🛶 Kayaking: visitors will soon be able to launch their car top boat right into the picturesque Genesee River and explore! (Currently scheduled to be completed by end of August, 2018.
🚲 Genesee Valley Greenway Trail: hike, bike, ski or snowmobile! It passes through scenic woodlands, river and stream valleys, rolling farmlands, steep gorges, and historic villages located in sixteen towns.
💦 Mount Morris Dam Visitors Center: visit and/or schedule a tour. The dam is situated deep in the Genesee River Gorge at the northern end of Letchworth State Park and provides flood protection to downstream areas. A recreation area is associated with the dam and offers a variety of recreational opportunities to the visiting public.
Links to explore:
• Letchworth Gateway Villages: https://www.letchworthgatewayvillages.org/
• Genesee Valley Greenway State Park:
http://fogvg.org/
• Greenway map:
https://map.fogvg.org/
• Mount Morris Dam:
https://exploregeneseevalley.com/entries/mount-morris-dam-recreation-area/fa723e4e-1117-49f5-9c95-6be5abc7c792
Restaurants:
• Highbanks Tavern: https://exploregeneseevalley.com/entries/high-banks-tavern/72bdfe33-482d-49e1-9c1e-ca0eafa37e5b
• The Leaning Tower (Pizza, subs and more): https://exploregeneseevalley.com/entries/leaning-tower-pizza/74edea7a-3cb8-46e0-87a2-f39e9715a9c8
• Boriken (Caribbean Food):
https://exploregeneseevalley.com/entries/soul-food-in-the-valley/d7867caf-94d8-4c2d-83d3-45b148f7d28f
• Brian's USA Diner:
https://exploregeneseevalley.com/entries/brians-usa-diner/0e809efd-b068-4bb1-a5c0-53baed5ab912
• Genesee River Restaurant:
http://www.geneseeriverrestaurant.com/
Mount Morris
6 min. drive. Spend some time in this small Letchworth Gateway village & enjoy:
🏪 Antique shops
🎨 New Deal Art Gallery
🍕 Restaurants
🎨 Shawn Dunwoody Mural
💦Waterfall at the bridge
🌊 Letchworth State Park, North Entrance (on main street)
🏠 Francis Bellamy House: tour the house of the author of The Pledge of Allegiance.
🛶 Kayaking: visitors will soon be able to launch their car top boat right into the picturesque Genesee River and explore! (Currently scheduled to be completed by end of August, 2018.
🚲 Genesee Valley Greenway Trail: hike, bike, ski or snowmobile! It passes through scenic woodlands, river and stream valleys, rolling farmlands, steep gorges, and historic villages located in sixteen towns.
💦 Mount Morris Dam Visitors Center: visit and/or schedule a tour. The dam is situated deep in the Genesee River Gorge at the northern end of Letchworth State Park and provides flood protection to downstream areas. A recreation area is associated with the dam and offers a variety of recreational opportunities to the visiting public.
Links to explore:
• Letchworth Gateway Villages: https://www.letchworthgatewayvillages.org/
• Genesee Valley Greenway State Park:
http://fogvg.org/
• Greenway map:
https://map.fogvg.org/
• Mount Morris Dam:
https://exploregeneseevalley.com/entries/mount-morris-dam-recreation-area/fa723e4e-1117-49f5-9c95-6be5abc7c792
Restaurants:
• Highbanks Tavern: https://exploregeneseevalley.com/entries/high-banks-tavern/72bdfe33-482d-49e1-9c1e-ca0eafa37e5b
• The Leaning Tower (Pizza, subs and more): https://exploregeneseevalley.com/entries/leaning-tower-pizza/74edea7a-3cb8-46e0-87a2-f39e9715a9c8
• Boriken (Caribbean Food):
https://exploregeneseevalley.com/entries/soul-food-in-the-valley/d7867caf-94d8-4c2d-83d3-45b148f7d28f
• Brian's USA Diner:
https://exploregeneseevalley.com/entries/brians-usa-diner/0e809efd-b068-4bb1-a5c0-53baed5ab912
• Genesee River Restaurant:
http://www.geneseeriverrestaurant.com/
9 min. drive.
A National Historic Landmark Village
🍽 Restaurants: Sidewalk cafes & fast food
🏪 Shopping : WEGMAN'S grocery store, specialty shops, charming clothing stores
🔍 Livingston County Visitors Center
🎓 SUNY Geneseo
🎭 Performing arts
✈ National Warplane Museum
💦Conesus Lake
A National Historic Landmark Village suited to browsing in specialty shops, charming clothing stores, side-walk cafes, museums
Links to explore:
• Visit Livingston County:
https://visitlivco.com/
• SUNY Geneseo: https://www.geneseo.edu/
• Limelight Performing Arts Center: https://limelightandaccents.squarespace.com/
• National Warplane Museum:
http://www.nationalwarplanemuseum.com/
EuroCafe (European food):
https://www.euro-cafe.us/
• Finger Lakes Cookie Company:
https://www.fingerlakescookies.com/
• Crickets Coffee Co:
https://www.facebook.com/cricketscoffee/
8 locals recommend
Geneseo
9 min. drive.
A National Historic Landmark Village
🍽 Restaurants: Sidewalk cafes & fast food
🏪 Shopping : WEGMAN'S grocery store, specialty shops, charming clothing stores
🔍 Livingston County Visitors Center
🎓 SUNY Geneseo
🎭 Performing arts
✈ National Warplane Museum
💦Conesus Lake
A National Historic Landmark Village suited to browsing in specialty shops, charming clothing stores, side-walk cafes, museums
Links to explore:
• Visit Livingston County:
https://visitlivco.com/
• SUNY Geneseo: https://www.geneseo.edu/
• Limelight Performing Arts Center: https://limelightandaccents.squarespace.com/
• National Warplane Museum:
http://www.nationalwarplanemuseum.com/
EuroCafe (European food):
https://www.euro-cafe.us/
• Finger Lakes Cookie Company:
https://www.fingerlakescookies.com/
• Crickets Coffee Co:
https://www.facebook.com/cricketscoffee/
10 min. drive. Spend some time in this small Letchworth Gateway village & enjoy:
🌊 Letchworth State Park, Perry Entrance (3 miles from town)
🐍 home to the Silver Lake Sea Serpent
💦 Silver Lake
🍺 craft brewery - Silver Lake Brewing Project
🍷 wine bar - Ration Wine Bar
🍔 restaurants (a diner or two, and a seasonal restaurant)
🥾 Endlessly Outdoors Adventures & Gear
📚 book store
🎨art gallery
🛒Small grocery store
⛽ Gas stations
Perry
10 min. drive. Spend some time in this small Letchworth Gateway village & enjoy:
🌊 Letchworth State Park, Perry Entrance (3 miles from town)
🐍 home to the Silver Lake Sea Serpent
💦 Silver Lake
🍺 craft brewery - Silver Lake Brewing Project
🍷 wine bar - Ration Wine Bar
🍔 restaurants (a diner or two, and a seasonal restaurant)
🥾 Endlessly Outdoors Adventures & Gear
📚 book store
🎨art gallery
🛒Small grocery store
⛽ Gas stations
Don't blink or you'll miss it!
🥾 Trail Otter: for all your outdoor adventures, gear & gifts
🍔 Restaurants - Gatherings Cafe & Gift Shop
⛽ Gas stations
Leicester
Don't blink or you'll miss it!
🥾 Trail Otter: for all your outdoor adventures, gear & gifts
🍔 Restaurants - Gatherings Cafe & Gift Shop
⛽ Gas stations
Visit Livingston and Wyoming Counties!
The heart of the Genesee Valley Region.
Explore these links!
https://visitlivco.com/
https://www.gowyomingcountyny.com/
Don't miss the Drive-In! Yes we still have a wonderful *seasonal* drive-in movie theater, where you view movies from your car. See the info. on Charcoal Corral for the attached restaurant, miniature golf, ice cream parlor, and more.
7 locals recommend
Silver Lake Twin Drive In Theatre
7037 Chapman AveDon't miss the Drive-In! Yes we still have a wonderful *seasonal* drive-in movie theater, where you view movies from your car. See the info. on Charcoal Corral for the attached restaurant, miniature golf, ice cream parlor, and more.
The beach provides lovely views and photographic opportunities for visitors. It is a wonderful place to bring a blanket and picnic, or read a book and enjoy the lake.
Parking is available close to the road (Walker Rd), and it is easy to bring lawn chairs down to the grass from the gravel parking lot. Summer concerts here are a must see with beautiful sunsets.
Perry Public Beach
42 Walker RdThe beach provides lovely views and photographic opportunities for visitors. It is a wonderful place to bring a blanket and picnic, or read a book and enjoy the lake.
Parking is available close to the road (Walker Rd), and it is easy to bring lawn chairs down to the grass from the gravel parking lot. Summer concerts here are a must see with beautiful sunsets.
Cool off on a hot summer day by enjoying the splash pad in Perry Village Park! Featuring sprinklers, water features, the Silver Lake Sea Serpent and plenty of outdoor water fun for the whole family! Open all summer long, Perry Village Park is open from 6am to 11pm and is located at 121 Lake St, Perry, NY.
Perry Splash Park
121 Lake StCool off on a hot summer day by enjoying the splash pad in Perry Village Park! Featuring sprinklers, water features, the Silver Lake Sea Serpent and plenty of outdoor water fun for the whole family! Open all summer long, Perry Village Park is open from 6am to 11pm and is located at 121 Lake St, Perry, NY.
Silver Lake State Park provides a boat launch facility for boating & fishing on the lake. The area also has picnic facilities and a comfort station which is open year round. The upland section of the park is available for hunting in season by permit
Silver Lake State Park
4229 Lakeshore DrSilver Lake State Park provides a boat launch facility for boating & fishing on the lake. The area also has picnic facilities and a comfort station which is open year round. The upland section of the park is available for hunting in season by permit
Silver Lake Marine, Inc.
4213 W Lake RdBoat and paddleboard rentals and sales for Silver Lake
Wonderful kids camp on Conesus Lake. Send your kids to camp for the week and stay with us at Fawn Run while you explore the area! You'll have bonfires like they do at camp, and smore's too.
Camp Stella Maris
4395 East Lake RoadWonderful kids camp on Conesus Lake. Send your kids to camp for the week and stay with us at Fawn Run while you explore the area! You'll have bonfires like they do at camp, and smore's too.
Conesus Lake Boat Rentals (Lorrie)
5705 Holmes Hill RoadRent paddleboards, kayaks, and more to get out onto the water!
Boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, or just relaxing. Don't miss this gem that is one of our Finger Lakes! Fawn Run is between Conesus Lake & Silver Lake and near Hemlock Lake and Canadice Lake as well!
21 locals recommend
Conesus Lake
Boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, or just relaxing. Don't miss this gem that is one of our Finger Lakes! Fawn Run is between Conesus Lake & Silver Lake and near Hemlock Lake and Canadice Lake as well!
The tiniest and easternmost Finger Lake is near Fawn Run, Letchworth State Park, and Silver Lake State Park. Let the exploring begin!
7 locals recommend
Silver Lake
The tiniest and easternmost Finger Lake is near Fawn Run, Letchworth State Park, and Silver Lake State Park. Let the exploring begin!
Trolley ride through 60-acre park allows visitors to view & interact with zebras, bison & more.
24 locals recommend
Hidden Valley Animal Adventure
2887 Royce RdTrolley ride through 60-acre park allows visitors to view & interact with zebras, bison & more.
Hot Air balloon rides over Letchworth State Park and surrounding areas. Book in advance!
8 locals recommend
Balloons Over Letchworth
1Hot Air balloon rides over Letchworth State Park and surrounding areas. Book in advance!
Liberty Balloon Co
6738 Barber Hill RdHot air balloon rides over Letchworth State Park!
T Maimone Antiques
15 Main Stantiquing several shops in a row at Main Street, Mount Morris!
Allegiance Antiques
35 Main Stantiquing several shops in a row at Main Street, Mount Morris!
Country Gentleman Antiques
67 Main Stantiquing several shops in a row at Main Street, Mount Morris!
Don't miss this unique warplane museum and the annual air show that draws visitors from around the world!
https://nationalwarplanemuseum.com/airshow/
13 locals recommend
National Warplane Museum
3489 Big Tree LnDon't miss this unique warplane museum and the annual air show that draws visitors from around the world!
https://nationalwarplanemuseum.com/airshow/
New Deal Art Gallery
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Yoga classes Tuesday and Thursday: https://gvartscouncil.org/yoga
Genesee Valley Council on the Arts
4 Murray Hill DriveNew Deal Art Gallery
and
Yoga classes Tuesday and Thursday: https://gvartscouncil.org/yoga
Gorgeous park with walking trails and two ponds with gazebos, pavilions for relaxing, playgrounds for kids, and trails on the west side of Letchworth State Park. An eagle's nest is supposed to be visible from the gorge trail!
Al Lorenz Park
1 Al Lorenz DrGorgeous park with walking trails and two ponds with gazebos, pavilions for relaxing, playgrounds for kids, and trails on the west side of Letchworth State Park. An eagle's nest is supposed to be visible from the gorge trail!
Guided horseback riding for you, your family and friends! Tours are perfect for riders of all levels of experience- beginners to advanced equestrians. Led by an experienced tour guide, your horseback trail ride will allow you to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Wyoming County.
Wolcott Farms 4 Seasons of Fun
4085 Quakertown RdGuided horseback riding for you, your family and friends! Tours are perfect for riders of all levels of experience- beginners to advanced equestrians. Led by an experienced tour guide, your horseback trail ride will allow you to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Wyoming County.
Sightseeing
The Grand Canyon of the East is rated #1 State Park in the nation, and is a must visit with several outdoor activities. Don't miss the waterfalls, the Glen Iris restaurant and the Mary Jemison statue & Native American Council Grounds.
There are 66 miles of hiking, snowshoeing and/or cross country skiing trails in Letchworth. Trails range in length from a 1/4 mile to 24 miles (and everything in between), so it’s easy to choose the length of your adventure.
Website: https://parks.ny.gov/parks/letchworth
YouTube channel: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCDpou-L5tRriDKxt5A3W3Eg/about
256 locals recommend
Letchworth State Park
1 Letchworth State ParkThe Grand Canyon of the East is rated #1 State Park in the nation, and is a must visit with several outdoor activities. Don't miss the waterfalls, the Glen Iris restaurant and the Mary Jemison statue & Native American Council Grounds.
There are 66 miles of hiking, snowshoeing and/or cross country skiing trails in Letchworth. Trails range in length from a 1/4 mile to 24 miles (and everything in between), so it’s easy to choose the length of your adventure.
Website: https://parks.ny.gov/parks/letchworth
YouTube channel: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCDpou-L5tRriDKxt5A3W3Eg/about
The Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth State Park opened in June 2016 and offers year-round environmental education opportunities for school groups, scouts, youth organizations, and the general public. Programming at the center focuses on the main topics of interest around the park, including geology, wildlife and botany. The building is open daily 10:00AM - 5:00PM.
https://parks.ny.gov/environment/nature-centers/19/details.aspx
Humphrey Nature Center
6773 Trailside RoadThe Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth State Park opened in June 2016 and offers year-round environmental education opportunities for school groups, scouts, youth organizations, and the general public. Programming at the center focuses on the main topics of interest around the park, including geology, wildlife and botany. The building is open daily 10:00AM - 5:00PM.
https://parks.ny.gov/environment/nature-centers/19/details.aspx
Access this park at one of our finger lakes, Conesus Lake, for swimming, summer concerts, and relaxation.
20 locals recommend
Vitale Park
5828 Big Tree RdAccess this park at one of our finger lakes, Conesus Lake, for swimming, summer concerts, and relaxation.
Batavia Downs Race Track
Batavia Downs Race TrackHorse racing!
Spiritual mediums, and events at a very unique lake side location with gift shop and restaurant. Visit their website for more information.
25 locals recommend
Lily Dale
Spiritual mediums, and events at a very unique lake side location with gift shop and restaurant. Visit their website for more information.
Food scene
This *seasonal* favorite is a surprise you shouldn't miss! Complete with a drive-in movie theater, pizza parlor, ice cream parlor, italian night, southwest night, chicken bbq day, and the BEST burgers and Friday Fish Fry for miles around!
Summer concerts, Antique car night (Super Cruise) and more!
25 locals recommend
Charcoal Corral
7037 Chapman AveThis *seasonal* favorite is a surprise you shouldn't miss! Complete with a drive-in movie theater, pizza parlor, ice cream parlor, italian night, southwest night, chicken bbq day, and the BEST burgers and Friday Fish Fry for miles around!
Summer concerts, Antique car night (Super Cruise) and more!
Puerto Rican / Caribbean food highlighted on the tv show "Places to Love" with Samantha Brown. Unique experience!
Borikén Restaurant
4 O’Connell AvenuePuerto Rican / Caribbean food highlighted on the tv show "Places to Love" with Samantha Brown. Unique experience!
Great sit down dinners and bar area but check to see that they're open before making plans to go.
National Hotel
2927 Cuylerville RdGreat sit down dinners and bar area but check to see that they're open before making plans to go.
Great sit down dinners and nice bar area. Very close to the Abbey of the Genesee gift shop (Monk's Bread and more, Cistercian Trappist Abbey)
Yard of Ale
3226 Genesee StGreat sit down dinners and nice bar area. Very close to the Abbey of the Genesee gift shop (Monk's Bread and more, Cistercian Trappist Abbey)
Suzea's Gluten Free Cafe
115 Main StUnique bakery!
Alpine artisan cheeses are made here, so stop and do a tasting. Also here, the Chalet at East Hill is a beautiful event location!
East Hill Creamery
346 S Main StAlpine artisan cheeses are made here, so stop and do a tasting. Also here, the Chalet at East Hill is a beautiful event location!
Unique Eastern European menu, featuring Polish favorites, homemade by two sisters that spend part of their time in Poland each year.
12 locals recommend
EuroCafé
82 Main StUnique Eastern European menu, featuring Polish favorites, homemade by two sisters that spend part of their time in Poland each year.
Unique freshly made pastas in a quaint atmosphere. Try the Chocolate lazagna for dessert!
10 locals recommend
Questa Lasagna
55 Main StUnique freshly made pastas in a quaint atmosphere. Try the Chocolate lazagna for dessert!
Village Tavern
137 Center StGreat pub food and atmosphere with outdoor seating
Rancho Viejo
4262 Lakeville RdOooh Mexican food... the best in the area!
Big Tree Inn
46 Main StPub and restaurant with outdoor seating. Yum!
Incredible food with lakeside seating, and outdoor bar, and wonderful views! Stop by boat if you're out on the water!
12 locals recommend
Galene
5870 Big Tree RoadIncredible food with lakeside seating, and outdoor bar, and wonderful views! Stop by boat if you're out on the water!
Bar area, and sit down dinners, friday night fish fry, and a great event venue! Right by the entrance to Letchworth State Park, Mount Morris, and the Genesee River, including the Greenway for hiking and biking!
Genesee River Restaurant & Reception Center
134 North Main StreetBar area, and sit down dinners, friday night fish fry, and a great event venue! Right by the entrance to Letchworth State Park, Mount Morris, and the Genesee River, including the Greenway for hiking and biking!
Leaning Tower
25 Main StreetPizza, subs, salads and more!
Now called Highbanks Tavern, find great food in a historic building on Main Street, close to antiquing and Letchworth State Park Mount Morris Entrance.
Charred American Bar + Grill
36 Main StNow called Highbanks Tavern, find great food in a historic building on Main Street, close to antiquing and Letchworth State Park Mount Morris Entrance.
Coffee, cafe, and gift shop with outdoor seating. Located in historic railroad depot, next to the town park and gazebo.
Gatherings at the Depot
10 South ParkwayCoffee, cafe, and gift shop with outdoor seating. Located in historic railroad depot, next to the town park and gazebo.
Sweet Arts Bakery
95 Main StFor the Love of Flour
5 N Main StDon’t miss this lovely bakery!
Traveler advice
Don't miss
Fresh Air Adventures - NYS Falls to Finger Lakes!
https://visitlivco.com/
Book before you go
Trail Otter store & tours - Leicester
AWESOME TOURS, TRIPS & DEPENDABLE GEAR
https://trailotter.com/
Book before you go
Endlessly Outdoors Adventures & Gear - Perry
https://www.endlesslyoutdoorscompany.com/
Book before you go
Hot air balloon rides in Letchworth State Park
Check out these links:
• Balloons Over Letchworth https://balloonsoverletchworth.com/
• Liberty Balloon Company
https://www.libertyballoon.com/letchworth-park-area/
• Genesee Falls Balloon
https://balloonletchworth.com/
Book before you go
Raft the gorge at Letchworth State Park - April to October!
Get up an close and personal experience rafting the Genesee River.
Explore these links:
• Adventure Calls Outfitters
https://adventure-calls.com/
Don't miss
ACWC Art Gallery - Perry
Check out the current exhibition at this Arts Council of Wyoming County Gallery!
https://artswyco.org/galleries_and_exhibitions/
Don't miss
New Deal Gallery – Mount Morris
This site, a former sanatorium, holds a collection of over 200 works funded by the New Deal, with roughly 25 paintings at a time on display.
https://livingnewdeal.org/projects/livingston-county-new-deal-gallery-mount-morris-ny/
Don't miss
July 3rd Ring of Fire at either Conesus Lake or Silver Lake.
View from one of the parks, or rent a boat and view it from the lake! Flares are lit at 10PM and last just a few minutes. Fireworks on either lake, especially all around Conesus Lake are amazing to see and the neighbors have quite a competition going!
Book before you go
Horseback Riding
There are some incredible options for riding while you're staying with us:
• Wolcott Farms, Warsaw: Guided rides, Sleigh/Wagon rides, events, and their own maple products!
https://www.wolcottfarms.com/rides
• Big House Stables, Geneseo: Featuring centered riding, horses and healing with Susan Kelley. Overlooking the Genesee Valley, and historic Wadsworth lands.
https://www.bighousestables.com/lessons
• Leg Up Stables, Geneseo: Home of the SUNY Geneseo Equestrian team, featuring riding lessons, boarding, and training.
https://www.legupstables.org/lessons
Book before you go
Horse Drawn Wagon & Sleigh Rides
Snow or Sun! At Wolcott Farms, one of our favorite pastimes is a wonderful wagon or sleigh ride! Wyoming County offers some of the most beautiful scenery in Western New York, and what better way to tour the area than in a horse-drawn wagon or sled. Rides run all year round, so if you are looking for a fun family activity or a romantic adventure come to Wolcott Farms.
https://www.wolcottfarms.com/booking