Parks Near Buffalo, New York
Western New York's outdoor gateway, Buffalo offers easy access to Niagara Falls, Finger Lakes gorges, and Allegheny wilderness.
Popular Parks Near Buffalo
Niagara Falls State Park
25 miles from Buffalo
4.8
State Park
Highlights:
- Iconic falls
- Maid of the Mist
- Cave of the Winds
Allegany State Park
65 miles from Buffalo
4.6
State Park
Highlights:
- Largest NY state park
- Fall foliage
- Cross-country skiing
Letchworth State Park
55 miles from Buffalo
4.9
State Park
Highlights:
- Grand Canyon of the East
- Three waterfalls
- Gorge views
Popular Activities
- Waterfall viewing
- Hiking
- Gorge exploration
- Camping
- Skiing
Best Times to Visit
- Fall for spectacular foliage
- Summer (June-August)
- Spring for waterfalls
Driving Tips
- Letchworth rivals Niagara for beauty
- Border crossing to Canadian falls is easy
- Allegany is great for winter activities
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