Trail Length and Type: Canalway Trail
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Genesee Valley Park
Location: Rochester, NY This is a sprawling park located in the city of Rochester, NY. We parked in the lot near the Playground For All Children and enjoyed this modern playground with inclusive structures. There are paved paths near the playground that connect to the Genesee Riverway Trail, Empire Trail, and Genesee Greenway – which… Read more
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Great Embankment Park
Location: Pittsford, NY This park is located along the Erie Canal 15 minutes east of Rochester, NY. We parked in the lot by the bathrooms and walked up the steep, gravel path to play on the really nice playground! We then continued along the stone dust path to the canal and walked along the stone… Read more
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Meridian Centre Park
Location: Brighton, NY This lovely park is tucked behind some office buildings 12 minutes south of Rochester, NY. This park contains meadows, wetlands, and forest areas. There is a nice playground near the parking area with a few paths to take. The paved paths around the park are stroller friendly and accessible. When the trail… Read more
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Pal-Mac Aqueduct Park
Location: Palmyra, NY This park is located 30 minutes east of Rochester, NY. This small park has historic remnants of the Erie Canal, including the 1857 Mud Creek Aqueduct, the 1858 Aldrich Change Bridge (the oldest iron bridge in New York), and a unique spillway waterfall. There are picnic areas, restrooms, and access to the… Read more
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Perinton Park
Location: Perinton, NY This lovely park is located on the Erie Canal 15 minutes east of Rochester, NY. We parked in the large lot near the multi age playground and skate park. We then walked along the paved path to the canal and walked on the Canalway trail. This park also features fishing spots, a… Read more