Allegany State Park has many beautiful trails that you can hike, bike, cross-country ski, rollerblade, ride horseback, mountain bike, snowmobile and more. Most of the trails are used throughout the entire year such as the groomed snowmobile trails that double as horseback riding trails in the summer.
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.
Experience the heartbeat of South Dayton on Wednesday evenings at the Park Street Gazebo!
Join in for a summer-long celebration of community and sound. Whether you're a local or just passing through, the Music in the Park series offers the perfect midweek escape with live performances from a rotating lineup of talented artists.
Music in the Park is held each Wednesday from 6:30pm – 8:30pm. at the Park Street Gazebo on Park Ave, South Dayton. The music plays regardless of the forecast.
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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.
Good footing for horses throughout woodland settings.
There is an informative free horse trail map that can be obtained in the park rental offices.
Celebrate Earth Day with the Haul Together Community Cleanup on Saturday, April 18th from 8am - 6:00pm. It will be a day of fresh air and local impact across Olean and Allegany. Join the main group on their park-hopping schedule or tidy up a favorite spot on your own time.
Learn about the Butterflies of Allegany State Park. Park Educator and butterfly enthusiast Tom LeBlanc will guide you through the butterflies that are found here and the research on the butterflies of the park. The presentation will take place at 1:00 p.m. at the Camp Allegany Classroom.
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.
Date & Time: Wednesday, January 1, 2025, from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Allegany State Park - Red House Area (Allegany)
Event Details:
Next Level Mountain Biking will be leading a ride in the Red House area. Meet at the Administration Building at 11:00 am on January 1, 2024. The pace and the length of the ride will be moderate and be determined by the participants. Participants may split into different paced groups, if necessary. No one will be left behind. Fat tire bikes are suggested, given the range of conditions likely to be present, however, use your best judgement for the conditions of the day.
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.
Beaver Pond Hike- Meet at 1:00 p.m. at Camp Allegany and hike to the Bova beaver ponds and learn more about these industrious creatures.
For more information, please contact the Environmental Education/Recreation Department at 716-265-8366 or 716-379-6941.
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 Trail nature walk begins at 1:00 p.m. at the New Albion Road parking area of the trail.
For more information, please contact the Environmental Education/Recreation Department at 716-265-8366 or 716-379-6941.
Enjoy the fall foliage while taking a tour with one of the Allegany State Park educators through Thunder Rocks.
New Gear’s Eve Bike Ride begins at Camp Allegany on December 31 2024 at 6:00 p.m., with the ride starting at 6:30 p.m. Grab your bike and some friends to join Allegany staff and other fat bike enthusiasts for the last ride of the year. Bring lights, wear warm and reflective gear and a helmet. Participants may be split into different paced groups, if necessary. No one will be left behind. There will be a social to follow the ride in the Rec Hall at Camp Allegany. Bring your own snacks.
Explore the scenic trails at Griffis Sculpture Park, which spans 450 acres and showcases over 250 steel scu