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Olean
Olean is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York. The name is derived from the Latin word "oleum" due to the discovery of crude oil in nearby Ischua.
Discover Pumpkinville: Your Ultimate Fall Destination
As autumn breezes in and the leaves begin to paint the landscape in hues of gold and crimson, there's one destination that captures the essence of the season like no other: Pumpkinville.
Two Locations in Cattaraugus County named in Top 10 Hidden Hidden Gems of WNY 2011
In 2011, an article written by Christine A. Smyczynski for the Member Connection, the magazine for AAA Members, two of the treasures of the Enchanted Mountains of Cattaraugus County have been named in the top 10 Hidden Gems in Western New York by AAA.
Fall Scramble at Holiday Valley
Fall Scramble at Holiday Valley
Fall Vendor Show at Good Times of Olean
Good Times of Olean will be hosting a Fall Vendor Show Extravaganza on Saturday, November 2nd from 12pm-5pm at Good Times of Olean located at 800 E State St, Olean.
Admission is free! Come indulge your senses with delicious food & drinks, and great LIVE music while you explore different vendors selling hand made crafts, collectables, and more! Spread the word, rally your friends, and come make some great memories at Good Times of Olean!
Fireworks in Cattaraugus County 2023
Are you ready to watch fireworks light up the sky? There are many locations in Cattaraugus County offering a display!
June 29th, 2023
Fireworks at the Ellicottville Championship Rodeo. After the 7:00pm show, Rodeo tickets are needed.
Fireworks in Cattaraugus County 2022
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.
Little Valley
Little Valley is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York. The town is named after its local geographical setting, a relative comparison of two tributaries (the other being the neighboring Great Valley) of the Allegheny River.
Autumn is Wonder-fall 2010
Well, it is already Autumn in 2010 and we love the falling leaves. We've created the following routes to take you through different areas of Cattaraugus County.
This post is long-winded as it gives you some options for your trip into Cattaraugus County.
Cattaraugus County Visitors' Map
Ellicottville's Fall Festival 2025
Ellicottville's Fall Festival is the Village of Ellicottville's largest, most anticipated, autumn event. The village transforms into a walkable 4-block arts and crafts show accompanied by our one-of-a-kind shops, flavorful culinary culture, chair lift rides, live music, and so much more.
Crawl Outta Fall
Start your Beer and Wine Festival experience a day early as you Crawl Outta Fall. Guests register in the lobby of the Tamarack Club and pick up a passport that features all the locations to visit for drink specials that evening. Registration takes place between 4 - 7PM and 2 Guys Drinking Beer will be playing music in the Tamarack Club lobby. Only $10 to participate.
Brand Guide
Naturally Yours to Enjoy! The Enchanted Mountains is our brand for Cattaraugus County, in South-Western New York. Due to the abundance of places to enjoy outdoor activities and our small communities, we feel that no matter where you are from you will find a spot to love in the Enchanted Mountains. For the development of the Enchanted Mountains Brand, we talk about the sensory things, like visual identity - the EM logo, use of colors and the way we write in various ways. We want the Enchanted Mountains to be a trusted source for traveling in Western New York State. This is the dynamic foundation of the Enchanted Mountains brand.
Residents
Most residents follow the "work hard, play hard" and find a place to relax.
Purpose
The beauty and natural assets of Cattaraugus County serve as the foundation of the Enchanted Mountains promotional efforts. You combine that with all the high quality tourism-related "infrastructure" and you have a great place to live, learn, work and play
Values
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Pillars
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Brand Truth
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Adjectives
- Natural
- Enchanted
- Mystical
Promise
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Brand Story
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Core Elements
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Logos
View the Logos of the Enchanted Mountains
Tone of Voice
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Photography
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Typography
Fonts for the Enchanted Mountains
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Color Palette
Colors for the Enchanted Mountains. The two base colors of the EM brand are blue and green.
Jump to the section on Enchanted Mountains Colors
Social
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Video & Motion
Titles
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End-Frame Design
Video Ratios
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Location Markers
Tourism Assistance
We may assist visitors, organizations, businesses and others in various ways.
Plan an Adventure
Would you like to visit the Enchanted Mountains (Cattaraugus County) but need help planning a trip? Please contact us.
Places in EM
Do you operate an organization or business in the Enchanted Mountains?
Event Organizers
Are you organizing an event in the Enchanted Mountains?
Grants
If you organize an event, program or activity in Cattaraugus County then you may want to check out the Tourism Promotion Grant Program!
Tourism Promotion Grant Program (Group B Bed Tax Grant)
Questions
If you have questions about traveling, tourism or outdoor recreation then please contact us.
Referencing the Enchanted Mountains
Mention and link to the Enchanted Mountains
We love it when you mention the Enchanted Mountains!
Website Recommendations
EM in Content
Content mentions that they are in the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York which links to EnchantedMountains.com.
Examples:
Rock City Park Example
Good:
Rock City Park is in Cattaraugus County the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York State.
Better:
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.
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.
Education in Nature
Old Blue Bigelow Bridge
Buffalo Philharmonic and JoAnn Falletta at Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts!
Join the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts in welcoming the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and JoAnn Falletta on Sunday, September 21st, at 3pm.
Expect a powerful performance that promises an evening of moving music and world-class musicianship!
Showtime is Sunday, September 21, 2025 at 3pm. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for senior citizens and SBU staff and faculty, and $5 for students.