Education in Nature
There are plenty of fun and educational activities to do with the entire family in the Enchanted Mountains of Cattaraugus County.
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Dobbins Memorial State Forest
Explore 1,000 acres of natural beauty!
Rock City Park is Open
Rock City Park opens for the 2024 season.
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The Reserve Presents: Summer Nights Festival!
The Reserve in Great Valley will be hosting a Summer Nights Festival from 4pm - 7pm on the following Sundays:
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Comedy Night at Good Times of Olean
Get ready for a night of laughs!
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Allegany State Park Map
Map of trails, campsites, POIs and more places at Allegany State Park
Rockin' Oak Hill Park
Celebrate Olean Rocks the 4th of July with Rockin' Oak Hill Park
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Rock City Park is Open for 2026 Season
Rock City Park opens for the 2026 season.
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Rock City Park is Open
Rock City Park opens for the 2025 season.
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Rock City Park is Open
Rock City Park opens for the 2026 season.
Bike Night on The Pat McGee Trail
Join in for the Bike Night event on the Pat McGee Trail!
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Full Moon Fun Ride at Allegany State Park
Participants are invited to join Allegany State Park educators for a fun ride of 5-7 miles around the Red House area bike path. All ages and bikes are welcome. Please no scooter bikes or training wheels. Helmets are required for all, bring a bike light, water and a sense of adventure as we ride under the first full moon of May.
Meet at Camp Allegany.
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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 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.
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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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Allegany Kayak Launch onto Allegheny River
Handicap accessible boat launch in at Allegany River Park in Allegany, NY. Plenty of parking and facilities available.
Olean's Santa Claus Lane Parade 2023
Come join Santa and Mrs. Claus as they officially light the town's holiday decorations! This festive Annual Santa Claus Lane Parade is held annually on the Friday after Thanksgiving and the traditional kick-off to the holiday season. Santa will be in attendance and light up thousands of lights in Lincoln Park and downtown Olean when he parades through town in celebration.
Below is a video that highlights the 2016 parade, from the Olean Times Herald, produced by Adam Miller.
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Red House Lake
Go fishing, swimming or paddling on Red House Lake in Allegany State Park.
Manor House B & B
Built in the 1850's, this Historic Homestead is secluded in stately pines on a 130 acre Horse farm. Numerous porches and decks provide relaxing areas to follow the sun and enjoy beautiful sunsets or star gaze.
Olean's Santa Claus Lane Parade 2024
Come join Santa and Mrs. Claus as they officially light the town's holiday decorations! This festive Annual Santa Claus Lane Parade is held annually on the Friday after Thanksgiving and the traditional kick-off to the holiday season. Santa will be in attendance and light up thousands of lights in Lincoln Park and downtown Olean when he parades through town in celebration.
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Quaker General Store
General store located on the Quaker side of Allegany State Park.
Shamrock Pines Campground
Go camping on over 380 rolling acres of fields, ponds and lush green pines.
Olean's Santa Claus Lane Parade 2025
Come join Santa and Mrs. Claus as they officially light the town's holiday decorations! This festive Annual Santa Claus Lane Parade is held annually on the Friday after Thanksgiving and the traditional kick-off to the holiday season. Santa will be in attendance and light up thousands of lights in Lincoln Park and downtown Olean when he parades through town in celebration.
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Hike in the Night
Venture on an unguided walk through the trails at Griffis Sculpture Park as they are illuminated with colorful and theatrical lighting, creating a truly unique experience.
Their "Night Lights" event takes place in September and October with performance artists, video projections, and vendors.
Embracing Autumn Adventures
As the leaves start to change and a crispness fills the air, there’s an undeniable excitement that comes with the arrival of fall!
Activities You'll "Fall" in Love With in 2024
The cool nights are setting in and the leaves are starting to change!
Ellicottville Wingate by Wyndham
Located in the Heart of Ellicottville
Snowshoe Hikes at ASP
See a winter sunset and more during a snowshoe hike on Wednesdays at Allegany State Park!
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Snowshoe Hikes at ASP
See a winter sunset and more during a snowshoe hike on Tuesdays in January and Wednesdays in February at Allegany State Park!
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Lake Lane Campground
Family owned and operated picturesque campground located in Olean, NY.
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.