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Hike in the Night

Sculptures at Night Lights at Griffis Sculpture Park

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.

Cross Country Ski at Holiday Valley Resort

A couple cross country skiing around the golf course at Holiday Valley Resort (2016)

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.

I Love New York Winters 2010

This list of activities to enjoy in the Winter was created in 2010.

Ahhh the holidays! Whether you are looking for relaxation or excitement with the holidays we'll have some activities below.

The Magic of First Snow

Autumn meets Winter - First snowfall of 2024

There's something undeniably special about the first snow of the season. It’s as if nature herself is hitting the reset button, blanketing the world in a fresh layer of white. 

Autumn is Wonder-fall 2010

Autumn is Wonder-fall

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.

Trails

Trails in the Enchanted Mountains

Friends of Allegany State Park: Fire Tower Saturdays

Fire Tower at Allegany State Park
Don't miss this opportunity to explore the last standing fire tower in Allegany State Park!
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Explore Pfeiffer Nature Center with a NYS DEC Forester

Guided Forest Hike at Pfeiffer Nature Center

Explore the forest of Pfeiffer Nature Center with a New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Forester on Thursday, June 12th from 10am until 12pm. 

A NYS DEC Forester will lead the way as you explore the woods, learning how to identify common trees, shrubs, and invasive plants found in Western New York. You'll hear how foresters balance tree harvesting with the needs of wildlife, recreation, and long-term forest health. This guided trail walk is perfect for curious minds of all ages! 

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Mid-Winter Fun at Allegany State Park

Admin building 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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Little Valley

Hikers on the Pat McGee Trail

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.

Scoby Dam and Route 219

View of Scoby Dam
Scoby Dam is most commonly known because of its trail and of course the dam but it is also has a lot of geological elements that have built the area.

A Day in Gowanda

Mural in Gowanda

Tucked into the foothills of the Enchanted Mountains, Gowanda, NY is the kind of small town that surprises you—in the best way. From great food and historic charm to locally made treasures and peaceful countryside drives, it’s easy to turn a simple visit into a full day of fun.

Night Skiing at Holiday Valley Resort

Night Skiing Holiday Valley Resort (2014-02-04)

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!

Winter Family Fun Walk with Allegany State Park

Redhouse Lake at ASP

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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