Valentine Flats parking area offers a trail to an overlook or a steep trail down into the gorge of Zoar Valley Multiple Use Area
Persia
Location
Persia is a town in the northwest part of Cattaraugus County, New York.
The northern border of the town is partly formed by the Cattaraugus Creek with Erie County, New York on the opposite bank, and the east town line is defined by South Branch (of Cattaraugus Creek).
US Route 62 passes through the northwest corner of the town, and New York State Route 353 passes across the south part of the town. Much of the town is served by the north-to-south Broadway Road (County Road 4), which runs from NY 353 into the village of Gowanda.
History
The town was first settled around 1812. The Town of Persia was founded in 1835 from the Town of Perrysburg.
Communities and Locations in Persia
- Gowanda – Part of the Village of Gowanda is located in the northwest corner of the town.
- Persia – The hamlet of Persia is located south of Gowanda near the west town line.
- Snyders Corners – A hamlet at the junction of County Road 4 and NY-353 in the south part of the town.
- Zoar Valley Multiple Use Area – A small part of this conservation area is in the north part of the town.
Learn more about the Town of Persia.
Experiences
Places in Persia
If you're searching for adventure, Zoar Valley Expedition Company can help provide some outdoor fun for both Spring and Summer.
Family restaurant specializing in Greek cuisine favorites with quality, homemade soups daily, homestyle meals featuring Greek dishes.
If you're looking for expert horse care or training in a state-of-the-art facility, Nash Hill Equestrian Center is the place for you.
Zoar Valley is 2,297 acres of beautiful and dangerous canyon river valley for fishing, hiking, rafting
When you drive a car you look out through glass at a picture. When you ride a motorcycle you are in the picture.
A National Natural Landmark of old-growth forest and gorge with trails in the Zoar Valley area
You will find one of the most up to date maple syrup productions in New York State here!
