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Three Hiking Destinations in Western New York

 

Black Creek Park pic
Black Creek Park
Image: scenichudson.org

Dr. Kathleen Whaley, a board-certified physician who holds an MD from Indiana University, enjoys staying physically active in her free time through pursuits such as hiking. As a resident of western New York, Dr. Kathleen Whaley lives in a region that is home to a variety of quality hiking destinations. Some of the best of these are:

Black Creek Park

Located outside of Rochester, this 1,500-acre park attracts hikers with numerous trail options. Among these is the Creek Trail, which visitors can access near the canoe launch.

Chestnut Ridge Park

Local experts advise following the Eternal Flame Trail a mile and a half into the southwestern section of this Buffalo-area park. There, hikers will find a flame that burns within a waterfall, the product of a minor natural-gas leak.

Letchworth State Park

This Castile destination balances stunning scenery with 66 miles of trails. Along with three breathtaking waterfalls, the park’s seven-mile Gorge Trail allows for views of a 600-foot-deep gorge and a railroad bridge that crosses it.