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Spring Openings 2024
![Boys on a rock at Rock City Park](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/Rock%20City%20Park-%20Kristin%20Sledge-Whitcomb.jpg?itok=Z-xastHd)
Enjoy the fresh air and wide open spaces that the Enchanted Mountains has to offer with these spring openings!
Hike the trails at Griffis Sculpture Park, that's located on 450 acres, to discover 250+ steel sculp
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Holiday Valley, It's Just Fun All Year 'Round - adds E-Bikes!
![Holiday-Valley-2019](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-04/Holiday-Valley-2019.jpg?itok=i3jxaFh7)
It is sad to say good bye to another great ski season, but at Holiday Valley you’ll find fun all year long.
Fishing Guide to Lakes in Cattaraugus County
In Cattaraugus County, anglers have access to lakes that provide good angling for Trout, Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Panfish, and some Northern Pike.
Winter Carnival at Holiday Valley Resort 2024
![On top of the Snowbar at Holiday Valley Resort](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/Winter%20Carnival-02.jpg?itok=2usc6BWZ)
Solar Eclipse Viewing at the Ellicottville Library
![Challenger Learning Center Logo](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/279559218_418514686940834_5801598436524535377_n_0.jpg?itok=8I0Hsb17)
Santa Express Train Rides
![Santa on the NYLE train](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/Santa%20Express%20Train%20Ride.jpg?itok=0lKyJVS1)
Mardi Gras Weekend 2024
![Mardi Gras Parade in Ellicottville- Photo credit- Ellicottville Chamber](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-02/2022%20Mardi%20Gras-097.jpg?itok=DiCDcdmb)
Requesting Applications for 2024 Tourism Promotion Grants
If you are having an event in the Enchanted Mountains (Cattaraugus County) then you may want to apply for the 2024 Group B Bed Tax Grant Program.
The Cattaraugus County Department of Economic Development, Planning and Tourism (EDPT) is now accepting applications for the 2024 Cattaraugus County Group B Tourism Promotion Grant Program, due December 8th, 2023.
A portion of the bed tax is intended to provide grants for advertising and promoting various new or expanded tourism events, unique festivals, attractions and experiences that will attract more visitors for extended stays, overnight visits and day getaways. This grant program seeks to establish the importance of programs and opportunities that promote or support the development of specific themes or significant attractions and events, all of which enhance the level of visitor experience in the area.
Eligible applicants include the following:
- Chambers of Commerce without full-time staff,
- business associations,
- non-profit organizations,
- events,
- festivals
- and other tourism associated activities.
Any eligible grantee will partner and coordinate with Cattaraugus County Tourism Department.
For more information please visit the Tourism Promotion Grant Program at EnchantedMountains.com/Group-B
If you have any questions please contact Samantha Hayes at 716-938-2307 or by email at SLHayes [at] cattco.org.
Carrollton
The Town of Carrollton, New York is on the south border of the Enchanted Mountains of Cattaraugus County.
Indoor Play
This is a repurposed gym with a trampoline, springboard floor, bounce house and so much more! All the fun a kid could have in one place.
Let the kids climb, jump, tumble, and slide, at the YMCA Family Play Zone. Aside from open play, they also offer themed programs, activity clubs, and birthday party packages.
Activities
2024 Blueberry Season is Here!
![Blueberries picked in the Enchanted Mountains](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-07/IMG_0884.jpg?itok=xDa8vG02)
Enchanted Mountains Activities Guide
The Enchanted Mountains magazine (Activities Guide) is the official Activities Guide for Cattaraugus County in Western New York State!
Download our Enchanted Mountains Activities Guide.
66th Allegany Nature Pilgrimage
![Bird banding at Allegany Nature Pilgrimage](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2024/cedar%20waxwing%20banding.jpg?itok=adhCS7cx)
Bradley's 3rd Annual Car Show
Warm Weather Fun!
![Summer Fun Collage](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2023-04/spring-photo-collage.jpg?itok=ISs3XQQb)
The start of all of your Spring and Summer Fun is upon us!
Christmas in Gowanda 2023
![Christmas in Gowanda](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/events/2023/christmasgowanda.jpg?itok=r3JQq4Tg)
Gowanda is a a beautifully quaint community nestled among the hills surrounding Cattaraugus Creek and is coming together for a Christmas Celebration. Come help start off the holiday season downtown with local merchants, train rides all day, Annual tree lighting ceremony, Holiday Spirit Parade and a festive atmosphere for the whole family. Of course we can not forget that Santa and all his helpers will be there to help us celebrate this joyous time of year! Mark your calendars!
Hidden Gems: Exploring Off-the-Beaten-Path Destinations for National Tourism Week
![Family biking at Holiday Valley](/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/2024-05/Holiday%20Valley%20Mountain%20Biking%20family%20overlooking%20base%20area%20by%20A%20Baron.jpg?itok=6OyU8pq9)
Allegany State Park Equestrian Trails
Trails:
Allegany State Park has set aside 55 miles of trails spread out on 65,000 acres, specifically for summertime equestrian use. The horse trails are on a series of interconnecting loop trails that utilize gravel park roads, abandoned town roads and abandoned railroad rights-of-way. You will ride on hillside, rolling and level trails.
Footing:
Good footing for horses throughout woodland settings.
Markings:
There is an informative free horse trail map that can be obtained in the park rental offices.
Celebrate the Eclipse at Seneca Allegany Resort
Holiday Valley ranks an astonishing #3 in SKI Magazine 2015
Holiday Valley 3rd in the East 2015
SKI Magazine Reader Rankings