Trails to Hike

The following trails range in distance from the Geneseo campus. Each trail has its own unique qualities and scenery. Grab a friend and go!

Letchworth State Park

Distance from Geneseo: 15 Minute Drive

Location: 1 Letchworth State Park, Castile, NY 14427

Letchworth State Park contains over 66 miles of hiking trails, the Genesee river, which runs through the gorge, over 3 major waterfalls, and is surrounded by forest. Trails are available for activities such as horseback riding, biking, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing. 

Turning Point Park

Distance from Geneseo: 44 Minute Drive

Location: 260 Boxart Street, Rochester, NY 14612

Located in the Charlotte neighborhood near Lake Ontario on the northwest side of Rochester; it covers 275 acres of woods along the banks of the Genesee river. This trail also extends out onto the Genesee river with an extended bridge onto the water.

Griffis Sculpture Park

Distance from Geneseo: 1 hr 30 minute Drive

Location: 6902 Mill Valley Road, East Otto, NY 14729

Created by the Ashford Hollow Foundation, Griffis Sculpture Park is a 450 acre of land in Hollow Park about eight miles outside of Ellicottville, New York. The park contains sculptures from local artists in Buffalo.

Day Trips to Rochester

Distance from Geneseo: 35-40 minute Drive

Location: Rochester, NY

Hiking trails in Rochester, New York which are less traveled than the usual trails offered in park systems. Includes: waterside trails, rail trails, genesee land trust, DEC state lands, and more island trails.

Best Trails in Rochester, NY Via All Trails

42 hiking trails located in Rochester , New York. These include hiking trails, trail running trails, walking trails and more.