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Little Rock City

A local landmark of geologic interest which is located in Rock City State Forest and is accessible in the spring, summer, and fall by vehicle, and during the winter by snowmobile.

Thunder Rocks at Allegany State Park

Rocks at Thunder Rocks in Allegany State Park

A rock city that is located in Allegany State Park.

Rock City Park

A majestic geological spectacle of enormous rock formations and is often referred to as the Eighth Wonder of the World.

Rock City Park is Open

Rock City Park opens for the 2024 season.

Dates

Wed, May 1 2024 , 9am - 5pm

The stadial site in Otto is a place like no other as it is one of only two known places in New York to have preserved till layers from first three glacier movements (of four) during the Pleistocene Ice Age

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.

About the Enchanted Mountains

About Cattaraugus County, the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York State

Lincoln Park Concert Series

City of Olean's Music Series at Lincoln Park

Dates

Thu, Jun 15 2023 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Jun 29 2023 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Jul 13 2023 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Jul 27 2023 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Aug 10 2023 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Aug 24 2023 , 6 - 8pm

Wed, Aug 30 2023 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Sep 7 2023 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Sep 21 2023 , 6 - 8pm

Olean's Music in the Park Series

Enjoy music in the park!

Dates

Thu, May 23 2024 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, May 30 2024 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Jun 6 2024 , 6 - 8pm

Wed, Jun 12 2024 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Jun 20 2024 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Jun 27 2024 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Jul 4 2024 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Jul 11 2024 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Jul 18 2024 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Jul 25 2024 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Aug 1 2024 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Aug 8 2024 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Aug 15 2024 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Aug 22 2024 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Aug 29 2024 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Sep 5 2024 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Sep 12 2024 , 6 - 8pm

Thu, Sep 19 2024 , 6 - 8pm

Rockin' Outcroppings

The Enchanted Mountains is home to, at least, three giant outcroppings of rocks!

Rock City Park

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Family exploring Rock City Park

the largest outcropping of quartz conglomerate rocks at Rock City Park being the largest in the world!

Little Rock City

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Sam at Little Rock City Park in the Summer

Little Rock City in Little Rock City State Forest

Thunder Rocks

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Thunder Rocks at Allegany State Park in Autumn (dsc_3426)

Thunder Rocks at Allegany State Park

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Rock City Park

Little Rock City

Thunder Rocks at Allegany State Park

Ellicottville's Rock N' Roll Weekend

Cars at Rock N Roll weekend in Ellicottville

A little rock and roll and a car show make up the agenda for Rock N' Roll Weekend.

Dates

Fri, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 15 2024 , All day

Groups

Let us help you plan your groups visit to the Enchanted Mountains!

Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show

Rock enthusiasts will have the chance to view, purchase, and learn about rare and common rocks from around the world.

Dates

Sat, Oct 5 2024 , 10am - 5pm

Sun, Oct 6 2024 , 10am - 5pm

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.

Dobbins Memorial State Forest

The beauty of nature!

Mountain Bike Through Giant Rock Formations

Mountain biker at Little Rock City State Forest

Grab a group of friends, pack up your bike and enjoy some mountain biking at Little Rock City.

Zoar Valley - North Otto Water Access

The Zoar Valley Parking Area on North Otto Road has access to the Cattaraugus Creek.

Roots, Rocks and Ridges

Mountain bike race series!

Dates

Sat, Sep 28 2024 , 10am - 5:30pm

Sun, Sep 29 2024 , 7 - 8am

George Thorogood and the Destroyers at Casino

Seneca Allegany Resort and Casino Front Entrance

Get ready to rock with one of the biggest names in blues and rock! George Thorogood and The Destroyers are set to electrify the stage at Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino on October 26.

Dates

Sat, Oct 26 2024 , 7 - 9pm

Warm Weather Fun!

The start of all of your Spring and Summer Fun is upon us!

Hike Through the Rocks

Throw on your hiking shoes and pack up your tent, sleeping bag, favorite camping snacks and enjoy some hiking and primitive camping at Little Rock City.

Referencing the Enchanted Mountains

Mention and link to the Enchanted Mountains

We love it when you mention the Enchanted Mountains!

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Spring Openings 2024

Enjoy the fresh air and wide open spaces that the Enchanted Mountains has to offer with these spring openings!

Hike the trails at Griffis Sculpture Park, that's located on 450 acres, to discover 250+ steel sculp

Spring Openings 2023

Enjoy the fresh air and wide open spaces that the Enchanted Mountains has to offer with these spring openings!

Located on 12,000 acres of the Allegheny Reservoir, Onoville Marina Park is one of our best kept secrets. Camp, boat, o

"Friends of Little Valley" presents Music in the Park & Cornhole Tournament!

Come down to Bicentennial Park on Erie St. in Little Valley Thursday, August 22nd for the final "Music in the Park" this summer hosted by Friends of Little Valley along with a cornhole tournament hosted by $lick $hooters Cornhole!

Music begins at 6pm, featuring the "Iron Eyes Experience", a local three piece group based out of Salamanca. The band is well known for their rock and blues style that can be heard echoing throughout the enchanted mountains of Cattaraugus County!

Dates

Thu, Aug 22 2024 , 6 - 8pm