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Red House Lake

Red House Lake by Tim Stockman
Go fishing, swimming or paddling on Red House Lake in Allegany State Park.

Snowshoe Hikes at ASP

Snowshoeing through a winter wonderland at Allegany State Park
See a winter sunset and more during a snowshoe hike on Wednesdays at Allegany State Park!
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End-of-Summer Adventures in the Enchanted Mountains

Kayaker on Quaker Lake

As summer winds down, there’s no better time to soak up the last rays of sunshine and enjoy the great outdoors.​ Whether you’re an adventure seeker, a nature lover, or someone looking to relax, here’s a guide to the best things to do before summer says goodbye.

Little Valley Riders Club Trails

Trails:

All levels, from beginner to advanced trail riders.

Footing:

Varies from easy to moderate to rocky.

Markings:

There are maps to promote trail riding on your own, in loops of 1, 2, or 3 hours; and for the more adventurous, you can ride all day.

Camping:

24 camper spots available with hook-ups and 50+ spots without hook-ups, call (716) 969-7390 for reservations.

Parking:

Large area available for all types of parking.

Cattaraugus County Geology Trail

Hiker going through the rocks at Little Rock City

Many people are surprised to hear of the natural wonders that can be found less than an hour south of the great Niagara Falls in the quiet, rural Cattaraugus County. Rock cities, ancient glacial valleys, vertical-cliffed gorges, and continental divides are just a few of the sights one may see on a day trip through the area.

Allegany State Park Equestrian Trails

Horse trail kiosk at Allegany State Park

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.

Fireworks in Cattaraugus County 2022

Fireworks

Are you ready to watch fireworks light up the sky? There are many locations in Cattaraugus County offering a display!

June 30th, 2022 Fireworks

Fireworks at the Ellicottville Championship Rodeo.  After the 7:00pm show, Rodeo tickets are needed.

Tee Off All Year

Golfer using the simulator

Play a full round of golf on the virtual greens of an indoor golf simulator. Keep practicing your swing at two locations: Ischua Valley County Club or the YMCA in Olean. 

These are great places to tee off through the winter months, or the summer months when its too wet outside.

Salamanca Area Historical Society honors Ray Evans 2013

Ray Evans

Perhaps a little known fact is that Ray Evans, co-lyricist of the Christmas Classic was a native of Salamanca, NY.  Salamanca knows it however, and honors him each year with the Silver Bells Festival.  Now there's one more way he is forever remembered in the town in which he was born and raised i

Trip to Space

Kids at Challenger Learning Center (2018)

Go on a simulated space mission to Mars, a Comet, or Earth at the Challenger Learning Center. This is a hands-on learning facility specializing in science, technology, math and engineering to spark youth interest and joy. They also offer camps in the summer and fun, educational events throughout the year.