"The Grand Canyon of the East" Top 5 Page for this destination Letchworth State Park by Tom_Fields

Letchworth State Park Travel Guide: 30 reviews and 105 photos

Letchworth State Park

Known as the Grand Canyon of the East, this spectacular gorge was carved out by the Genesee River. It has three impressive waterfalls, towering cliffs, and a lot of wildlife. It's one of western New York's must-see attractions.

The Visitors Center

Letchworth's Visitors Center has a fine restaurant, a small shop, and a local history museum. This is a good place to begin your visit, if you enter from the south.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Spectacular gorge
In a nutshell:One of the best natural sights in the East

Last visit to Letchworth State Park: May 2007
Intro Written Jul 3, 2007
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Reviews (6)

The Museum Things to Do (5)

Near the Visitors Center is a small museum. It's only about the size of a modest house, but has an impressive collection... more travel advice

Don't tread on me! - Letchworth State Park

Wildlife Warnings and Dangers (1)

Keep a sharp eye out for the wildlife. I nearly stepped on this snake here. And, as in all parks, do NOT feed, touch, or... more travel advice

Wolf Creek Things to Do (5)

Another nice little side trip is to Wolf Creek. This is a pleasant place with a creek and picnic grounds. From here, one... more travel advice

The trail down into the gorge - Letchworth State Park

Lower Falls Trail Things to Do (5)

This is a side trip off of the main trail, which takes you all the way down into the depths of the gorge. Down here, one... more travel advice

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mtncorg Sep 30, 2008 at 9:29 AM

A nice place to begin one's journey to western New York's gem.
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Faiza-Ifrah Nov 3, 2007 at 5:29 PM

wow! this seems like haven on earth. some gorgeous pictures here. beautiful place. and am i glad to be the 1st one on these pages.