Enchanted Mountains Activities Guide
The Enchanted Mountains magazine (Activities Guide) is the official Activities Guide for Cattaraugus County in Western New York State!
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Holiday Valley's 2025 Penguin Paddle
Participate in or watch as Penguin Paddlers of all ages slip and slide down the slopes on their bellies.
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Over The Hill Tree Farm
Tree farm that allows you to choose and cut your own christmas trees. Also pre made wreaths, christmas balls, and decorations available.
Demo Day at Holiday Valley 2023
Today is the day to try before you buy! Free demos from many ski and snowboard reps, featuring Ellicottville's awesome specialty ski and snowboard shops. Check it out, slopeside of the Holiday Valley Lodge. Credit card required for deposit and parent signature if under 18.
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Holiday Valley's Penguin Paddle
Participate in or watch as Penguin Paddlers of all ages slip and slide down the slopes on their bellies.
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Hill Top Toy Shop
A shop that sells wooden toys and puzzles
Cross Country Ski at Holiday Valley Resort
From the easy cross country ski (XC-Ski) trails around the golf course to the slightly-more difficult trails near the top of the mountain, there are various combinations of XC-ski trails at Holiday Valley Resort.
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How to contact the Enchanted Mountains (Cattaraugus County Tourism)
Night Skiing at Holiday Valley Resort
Have you ever gone skiing or snowboarding at night? Holiday Valley offers night skiing starting at 3:30PM with about 37 night trails, all accessed by 13 high-tech lifts.
Holiday Valley Resort's has various options for night passes like the following:
- Weekday Night Pass from 3:30PM-Close (can vary)
- Weekend Night Pass from 3:30PM-10PM
- Weekend / Holiday All Day Pass
- Saturday & Sunday All Day Pass
- Weekday All Day
- and more like season pass!
Sky High Adventure Park opening this Spring at Holiday Valley 2011
The first aerial adventure park in Western New York will be an adventure park, named Sky High, opening the Spring of 2011 at Holiday Valley.
Triple R Camping Resort
A perfect campground for rest, relaxation and recreation!
Otto Stadial Site
The stadial site in Otto is a place like no other as it is one of only two known places in New York to have preserved till layers from first three glacier movements (of four) during the Pleistocene Ice Age
ASP Bike Rodeo
Get Ready for a Fun Ride! Join Allegany State Park for a Bike Rodeo on July 17th at the Red House Picnic Shelter from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.!
Bring your little cyclists for an afternoon of fun and skill-building at our specially designed bike course. Our Bike Rodeo is the perfect place for kids to test their bike handling skills, build confidence, and have a blast!
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Christmas in Gowanda 2023
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!
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Winter Family Fun Walk with Allegany State Park
Beat the winter blues and join us for a winter filled with fun indoor and outdoor activities. Allegany State Park and the Pat McGee Trail will be bustling with activities provided by the Allegany Region Environmental Educators.
Pat McGee Walk meeting at Elkdale State Forest parking lot at 1:00 p.m. Join environmental educators on a nature walk and discover all the activity still happening even in winter.
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Christmas in Gowanda
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!
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Winter Family Fun Walk at Allegany State Park
Beat the winter blues and join us for a winter filled with fun indoor and outdoor activities. Allegany State Park and the Pat McGee Trail will be bustling with activities provided by the Allegany Region Environmental Educators.
Winter Wetland Walk will start at 1:00 p.m. at the Redhouse Wetlands. Even in the depths of winter, activity is still abundant.
For more information, please contact the Environmental Education/Recreation Department at 716-265-8366 or 716-379-6941.
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Mid-Winter Fun at Allegany State Park
Beat the winter blues and join Allegany State Park for a week filled with fun indoor and outdoor activities.
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Welcome
We are naturally yours to enjoy on the "other side of New York State." We are the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York State.
Experience the thrill of discovery in Cattaraugus County—Western New York’s ultimate playground for adventure seekers and nature lovers! From the moment you arrive, you’ll be captivated by rolling hills, lush forests, and sparkling waterways that beckon you to explore!
About the Enchanted Mountains
About Cattaraugus County, the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York State
Jingle Bell Jubilee
Lincoln Park will be transformed into a holiday haven as the Jingle Bell Jubilee returns on December 13 from 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., bringing the magic of a European-style holiday market to the heart of Downtown Olean. This festive event promises fun for the whole family with local artisan vendors, food, drinks, music, and special activities that will make attendees feel like they've stepped into a Hallmark movie.
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Activities
Activities in the Enchanted Mountains year-round.
Microtel Inn and Suites
A quality hotel offering comfortable, discount hotel accommodations in New York's Southern Tier area.
The Lincoln Boutique Motel
The "Original" Telemark Motel has been reimagined and reopened under new ownership: The Lincoln Boutique Motel.
Cross-Country Ski at Allegany State Park
The Art Roscoe Trail System at Allegany State Park is known as the best cross-country ski trails in Western NY and Northeastern PA.
There's approximately 24 miles of trails that are groomed on an as-needed basis. All trails begin at the Summit Warming Hut in Allegany State Park.
Ski / Snowboard at HoliMont
You could go skiing or snowboarding at HoliMont' 56 slopes and trails with 100% snow making and fantastic grooming. While there are slopes for all abilities the ‘Mont is most known for it’s steep drops and epic views of Ellicottville, NY.
Ellicottville Wingate by Wyndham
Located in the Heart of Ellicottville
The Boardroom
WNY's premier snowboard shop.
Allegany State Park
With over 65,000 acres, this is the largest state park in New York State and is open year 'round with a multitude of outdoor activities for every season and every taste.