Skip to main content

Allegany

Kayakers on the Allegheny River at the Allegany launch

The Town and Village of Allegany, NY are situated along the Allegheny River among the heart of the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York State.

The origin of the name Allegany is uncertain. It may have come from the name of a tribe called Allegewi that lived along the Allegheny River’s banks. It may also be based on an old Native American word meaning ‘lovely’ or ‘beautiful.’

The Village with its newly renovated downtown area has many restaurants and bars in which to relax and many stores for shopping.  Within the Town there are several parks for play and many hills and forests for hiking and hunting, along with two challenging golf courses.  This setting is enhanced by the presence of St. Bonaventure University, a Franciscan Institution.

The Allegheny River Valley Trail, starting near St. Bonaventure University is a great place to go for a walk, roller blade or bike.

Next to Allegany, is the City of Olean which offers many of the amenities of a larger metropolitan area.

Learn more about the Town of Allegany, NY.

Places in Allegany

Traditional American plates with explosive Asian flavors!
A motel conveniently located near St. Bonaventure University
Famous for their burgers!
Natural, great tasting Blueberries!
Allegany American Legion, Post #892, offers an Inside Hall as well as an Outdoor Pavillion. Available to non-members as well.

A buffet with Chinese, Japanese, and American cuisine.

Dine in OR Take Out.

Greenhouse that's opened seasonally.
Courteous service and comfortable rooms.
Books and audiobooks, periodicals and reference material, DVD's and videos, free high speed internet access.
A 9-hole golf course.
Get a drink and watch sports!
The Allegany River Rest Area serves westbound traffic on Rt. 86, between exits 24 and 23 in the town of Allegany.
A beautiful trail that gives people a place to walk, jog or ride a bicycle.
A center that consolidates the artistic activities of the St. Bonaventure University campus, while creating a regional outlet for culture and expression for Western New York.
Shirt printing for any and all occasions.
The Association's permanent meeting site and shelter for historical artifacts is in the former United Methodist Church, constructed in 1855.
A private Franciscan University on a 500 acre campus in Allegany.
Beautiful fresh veggies!

Pizza, wings, calzones, strombolis, salads, and more!

An enjoyable 9 hole golf course.
A space themed learning program designed to stimulate a student's interest in science, math, and technology.
Bar and grill in Allegany, NY
Dine inside or outside with views overlooking the Enchanted Mountains.
A large park in Olean, NY with access to the Allegheny River Valley Trail
Boat launch along I-86 in Allegany.