Discover Wayne County Trails

This Passport: Revised April 2021, ME 4574168

Discover Wayne County Trails Wayne County invites you to explore and experience our region’s diverse outdoor adventures! Here’s your opportunity to discover the beauty and solitude of nature, a variety of wildlife, the magnificence of natural settings and the health benefits of being more active all in your own “backyard!” Share the wonders of the great outdoors with family and friends and get to know your region up close and per- sonal.

The Wayne County Wegmans Hit the Trail Passport program runs continuously. In order to enter for the chance to win a $250 Wegmans gift card, you need to complete 15 of the 30 trails in the booklet fill out the form in the back of this book, and bring it to Cornell Cooperative Extension on Rt. 88 in Newark. If you complete all 30 trails, you will have 2 entries in the drawing. The drawing will be held annually on National Trails Day, and your entry remains in the pool.

Any questions: contact us through our website www.trailworks.org, or email [email protected].

Hiking tips:  Please observe posted regulations on all pathways  Bring a buddy or tell someone of your plans  Bring bug repellent and water (stay hydrated)  Wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear  Bring your Wayne County Wegmans Hit the Trail Passport and a pencil or crayon for the rubbing

Wayne County invites you to explore and experience our region’s and make a rubbing in the blank area to prove that you visited the diverse outdoor adventures! Here’s your opportunity to discover the trail and found the marker. Once you have achieved 15 rubbings, beauty and solitude of nature, a variety of wildlife, the magnificence How to Use the Book you can turn in half of the back page to Cornell Cooperative Exten- Wayne County invites you to explore and experience our region’s of natural settings and the health benefits of being more active all in Trail names can be found, in alphabetical order, at the top of the sion (1581 Rt. 88 North, Newark), or mail to us at Trail Works (PO diverse outdoor adventures! Here’s your opportunity to discover the your own “backyard!” Share the wonders of the great outdoors with page. Underneath you will find a series of symbols, letting you Box 41, Williamson, NY 14589). This will enter you into a $250 beauty and solitude of nature, a variety of wildlife, the magnificence family and friends and get to know your region up close and per- know what activities can be done on the trail. Wegmans gift card drawing. We draw for the winner on National sonal.of natural settings and the health benefits of being more active all in Trails Day, so be sure to include a way to reach you. your own “backyard!” Share the wonders of the great outdoors with The maps have all been carefully researched and plotted. If you family and friends and get to know your region up close and per- The Wayne County Wegmans Hit the Trail Passport program runs find an error, please email us at [email protected]. All But hiking the trails isn’t just about winning prizes. It is about ap- sonal. continuously. In order to enter for the chance to win a $250 maps have north facing up, but an N arrow has been provided. preciating all that nature has to offer. You can enjoy the time spent Wegmans gift card, you need to complete 15 of the 30 trails in the with others, or just appreciate the solitude in this fast-paced world. The Wayne County Wegmans Hit the Trail Passport program runs booklet fill out the form in the back of this book, and bring it to The informational pages let you know how long the trail is, how far We hope you enjoy hiking the trails as much as we enjoyed putting continuously. In order to enter for the chance to win a $250 Cornell Cooperative Extension on Rt. 88 in Newark. If you com- from the parking lot to the passport, and the features of the trail, this book together for you. Welcome to Wayne County—let’s “hit Wegmans gift card, you need to complete 15 of the 30 trails in the plete all 30 trails, you will have 2 entries in the drawing. 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Any questions: contact us through our website www.trailworks.org, or email [email protected].

and make a rubbing in the blank area to prove that you visited the trail and found the marker. Once you have achieved 15 rubbings, How to Use the Book you can turn in half of the back page to Cornell Cooperative Exten- Trail Works Membership Index of Trails Trail names can be found, in alphabetical order, at the top of the sion (1581 Rt. 88 North, Newark), or mail to us at Trail Works (PO Trail Works is a nonprofit organization dedicated to being a unified Alasa Farms 8 Kraai Preserve 42 page. Underneath you will find a series of symbols, letting you Box43 41, Williamson, NY 14589). This will enter you into a $250 voice for Wayne county trail users and to coordinate the develop- know what activities can be done on the trail. Wegmans gift card drawing. We draw for the winner on National ment and maintenance of high quality, year round, multi-use trails. Beechwood State Park 10 Lauraville Landing 44 Trails Day, so be sure to include a way to reach you. Please consider joining Trail Works, Inc. as a member. Your dues The maps have all been carefully researched and plotted. If you help us to embody public education about trails and increase public Bicentennial Trail 12 Lockville 46 But hiking the trails isn’t just about winning prizes. It is about ap- awareness of trail issues. We strive to preserve Wayne County herit- find an error, please email us at [email protected]. All Black Brook Park 14 Montezuma Audubon 48 maps have north facing up, but an N arrow has been provided. preciating all that nature has to offer. You can enjoy the time spent age and green spaces for the enjoyment and recreation of our future with others, or just appreciate the solitude in this fast-paced world. generations. Blue Cut 16 Palmyra Wetland 50 The informational pages let you know how long the trail is, how far We hope you enjoy hiking the trails as much as we enjoyed putting this book together for you. Welcome to Wayne County—let’s “hit from the parking lot to the passport, and the features of the trail, Please check the type of membership: Butterfly Nature 18 Richmond Aqueduct 52 such as what natural features you might expect to find, such as the trails!” plants and birds.  single ($15) Casey Park 20 Sherburne Park 54 YOUR FRIENDS AT TRAIL WORKS  corporate ($50) The page also provides the difficulty, with one-star trails Chimney Bluffs Park 22 Sodus-Wallington 56 being flat and easy. Two stars might be a little more chal-  family (# of family members: ______) ($25) Cornwall Preserve 24 Third Creek 58 lenging, and be prepared to break a sweat with three stars! Trails with the above icon are designated “Forever Wild For Every- Icon Legend Crowfield Sanctuary 26 Trail of Hope 60 one” accessible trails. Name: ______kayak/boat launch snowmobiles allowed Dolomite Trail 28 Turtle Pond 62 Lastly, we provide some directions on how to start your hike from Address: ______the parking lot, and some tips and tricks, such as letting you know City: ______State: ______Zip: ______Enlarged Erie Lock 56 30 West Shore Trail 64 what you can expect on the trails, and what else you can find in the equestrian trail cross-country skiing area. (We also include information on “comfort stops,” which may Phone: ( ) ______Ganargua Creek Meadow 32 Whistlewood 66 be closed during the winter months.) bike-friendly trail camping allowed Email: ______Historic Lyons 34 Williamson Town Loop 68 What you are looking for is a four-foot-tall post with an angled Huckleberry Swamp 40 Wolcott Falls 70 head (see the picture on page 32). This is the passport marker that Please return this completed page with your check, or visit geocaching birdwatching you are looking for. Be sure to bring a pencil or crayon with you, www.trailworks.org to join online. 3 4

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Please check the type of membership: Butterfly Nature 18 Richmond Aqueduct 52  single ($15) Casey Park 20 Sherburne Park 54  corporate ($50) Chimney Bluffs Park 22 Sodus-Wallington 56  family (# of family members: ______) ($25) Cornwall Preserve 24 Third Creek 58

Crowfield Sanctuary 26 Trail of Hope 60 Name: ______Dolomite Trail 28 Turtle Pond 62 Address: ______City: ______State: ______Zip: ______Enlarged Erie Lock 56 30 West Shore Trail 64 Phone: ( ) ______Ganargua Creek Meadow 32 Whistlewood 66 Email: ______Historic Lyons 34 Williamson Town Loop 68

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31 31 Wayne County, NY 6 TRAIL LENGTH: 6.5 miles of trails Alasa Farms Trail DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: About half a mile. 6450 SHAKER RD., ALTON NY 14413 FEATURES: Hiking, skiing and equestrian use, wildlife habitat conservation, natural and agrarian areas, friendly farm animals, historic Shaker farm site. Self-guiding Farm Tour Booklets available on site. Alasa Farms is preserved in partnership with Genesee Land Trust.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Head out from the parking lot. Parking is in the field at the junction of Shaker and Red Mills Roads (seasonal) and behind the bunkhouse at the main Farm entrance on the east side of Shaker Road.

TIPS: Terrain ranges through open field edges to steep slopes and narrow trails in the woods. Second Creek crossing is not bridged and must be forded by walking in the creek on the bedrock stream- bed. Restrooms are available.

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TRAIL LENGTH: 3.1 miles of trails Beechwood State Park DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: About half a mile. 7563 LAKE RD., SODUS NY 14551 FEATURES: Beechwood State Park offers numerous trails that wind through an old Girl Scout Camp. The trails feature an old-growth hardwood forest, White Pine and Larch Pine plantation, a meadow, and a young growth hardwood forest. There are many beautiful views of Lake Ontario and Maxwell Bay. Bald Eagles, Red-Tailed Hawks, and numerous species of song birds and water fowl are common sights in the park.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: There are two options, east or west entrances. The west entrance offers a level path to the passport marker, while the east entrance will give you varying terrain but better views. Access to Maxwell Bay is from the east entrance.

TIPS: Check in with caretaker for carry-in/carry-out camping. Restrooms are available. TRAIL LENGTH: 6.5 miles of trails Alasa Farms Trail DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: About half a mile. 6450 SHAKER RD., ALTON NY 14413 FEATURES: Hiking, skiing and equestrian use, wildlife habitat conservation, natural and agrarian areas, friendly farm animals, historic Shaker farm site. Self-guiding Farm Tour Booklets available on site. Alasa Farms is preserved in partnership with Genesee Land Trust.

DIFFICULTY: 

TIPS: Check in with caretaker for carry-in/carry-out camping. Restrooms are available.

10 11 TRAIL LENGTH: 1.2 miles Bicentennial Trail DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: About 500 feet. 7614 MAKEN RD., WILLIAMSON NY 14589 FEATURES: Wooded area with added pond loop. Gentle trail through mixed hardwood forest; some boardwalks.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Cross the small bridge by the parking area and follow the tree line south.

TIPS: Stop for a rest on the beautiful bench at the south end, and note all of the painted rocks and creativity around you. Be sure to check out the pond loop!

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TRAIL LENGTH: 2.75 miles linear Black Brook Trail DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: About 1000 feet. 8472 OLD ROUTE 31, CLYDE NY 14433 FEATURES: A historic site on the Enlarged Erie Canal on over 20 acres. Wooded trail parallels sections of Clinton's Ditch and runs adjacent to the Enlarged Erie Canal once it is crossed. To arrive at the east/west Erie Canal Trail from Black Brook Park parking lot, one must first traverse the bed of Clinton's Ditch and then the bed of The Enlarged Erie Canal. The Enlarged Erie Canal Lock 54, with its ruins and signage, is a must-see.

DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail

TRAIL HEAD: From the parking lot, head south.

TIPS: This is a designated Forever Wild for Everyone Trail for .6 miles from Gansz Rd. to the Passport Marker. Restrooms are available. TRAIL LENGTH: 1.2 miles Bicentennial Trail DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: About 500 feet. 7614 MAKEN RD., WILLIAMSON NY 14589 FEATURES: Wooded area with added pond loop. Gentle trail through mixed hardwood forest; some boardwalks.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Cross the small bridge by the parking area and follow the tree line south.

TIPS: Stop for a rest on the beautiful bench at the south end, and note all of the painted rocks and creativity around you. Be sure to check out the pond loop!

DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail

TRAIL HEAD: From the parking lot, head south.

TIPS: This is a designated Forever Wild for Everyone Trail for .6 miles from Gansz Rd. to the Passport Marker. Restrooms are available.

14 15 TRAIL LENGTH: 1.5 miles of trails Blue Cut Nature Center DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Less than half a mile. 7219 ROUTE 31 W., LYONS NY 14489 FEATURES: The name Blue Cut dates back to 1853 when a cut was made through a drumlin while building the railroad. The Vernon Shale had a bluish cast when exposed. Today this nature center and wildlife refuge covers over 40 acres of open land with marsh and pond, mixed hardwoods and red pine plantation. Surface: Dirt, mowed-grass, and pine needle trails. There are 3 trails and multiple end points in the trail system. End points on the map, should be thought of as “dead ends.” The outer loop of the trail system, which includes sections of each trail, will bring you right back to the parking area.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Right off the parking lot, heading south.

TIPS: A new picnic pavilion has been added to the Nature Center. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the serene setting! Restrooms are available.

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TRAIL LENGTH: 1/4 mile Butterfly Nature Trail DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: 1/4 mile ROUTE 350 AT ROUTE 31, MACEDON NY 14502 FEATURES: The Butterfly Nature Trail provides a place for all peo- ple to enjoy the beauty of nature. The trail is a great educational tool for butterflies, birds and the history of the Erie Canal. From one vantage point all three eras of the canal system can be viewed. The trail is next to free picnic areas, camping and launching for boats, kayaks and canoes. Come enjoy this hidden treasure.

DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail

TRAIL HEAD: Set out from the parking lot. Take the southern path to view the “three canals,” and the northern path to see Lock 30.

TIPS: The trail is a 10-15-minute walk to/from the central business district with unique shops, easily accessed from the Erie Canalway National Heritage Trail Corridor. Restrooms are available. TRAIL LENGTH: 1.5 miles of trails Blue Cut Nature Center DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Less than half a mile. 7219 ROUTE 31 W., LYONS NY 14489 FEATURES: The name Blue Cut dates back to 1853 when a cut was made through a drumlin while building the railroad. The Vernon Shale had a bluish cast when exposed. Today this nature center and wildlife refuge covers over 40 acres of open land with marsh and pond, mixed hardwoods and red pine plantation. Surface: Dirt, mowed-grass, and pine needle trails. There are 3 trails and multiple end points in the trail system. End points on the map, should be thought of as “dead ends.” The outer loop of the trail system, which includes sections of each trail, will bring you right back to the parking area.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Right off the parking lot, heading south.

TIPS: A new picnic pavilion has been added to the Nature Center. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the serene setting! Restrooms are available.

DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail

TRAIL HEAD: Set out from the parking lot. Take the southern path to view the “three canals,” and the northern path to see Lock 30.

TIPS: The trail is a 10-15-minute walk to/from the central business district with unique shops, easily accessed from the Erie Canalway National Heritage Trail Corridor. Restrooms are available.

18 19 TRAIL LENGTH: 2+ miles of trails Casey Park DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: less than 1/4 mile, on the park sign 6551 KNICKERBOCKER RD., ONTARIO NY 14519 FEATURES: The abandoned iron ore bed is a narrow waterway. Hiking along the southern shore begins at the swimming area. The wide path is packed dirt. At the west edge of the ore bed, the path narrows and climbs to return on the north shore, high on a narrow ridge.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Set out from the parking lot; the head of the southern route can be found by the sign for the park, where the passport marker is located.

TIPS: The south side of trail is wide dirt path, but north side of trail traverses a narrow ridge. Care must be taken (no bicycles on the north side). Kayak rentals are available on the southeast side of the waterway. There are more trails at the west end of the iron ore bed, after crossing Ontario Center Rd. Restrooms are available.

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TRAIL LENGTH: 2+ miles of trails Chimney Bluffs DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 1 mile from west parking lot. 7700 GARNER RD., WOLCOTT NY 14590 FEATURES: Land and water clash at Chimney Bluffs, sculpting the most dramatic landscape on the Lake Ontario shore. You can experience massive earthen spires from above or along the lakeshore.

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TRAIL HEAD: Enter the trail from the lakeside park at the west end, from Garner Rd., or from the parking area at the east end of the Bluff Trail (steep hill).

TIPS: Chimney Bluffs is one of the best locations in Wayne County to see spring wildflowers and view the sunset. Caution should be exercised when near the Bluff’s edge. Recent erosion of lake prop- erties have caused some trails to be re-routed. As Chimney Bluffs is a state park, there is a $5 fee to park in the Garner Rd. parking area from April 1-October 31. Restrooms are available. TRAIL LENGTH: 2+ miles of trails Casey Park DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: less than 1/4 mile, on the park sign 6551 KNICKERBOCKER RD., ONTARIO NY 14519 FEATURES: The abandoned iron ore bed is a narrow waterway. Hiking along the southern shore begins at the swimming area. The wide path is packed dirt. At the west edge of the ore bed, the path narrows and climbs to return on the north shore, high on a narrow ridge.

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TRAIL HEAD: Set out from the parking lot; the head of the southern route can be found by the sign for the park, where the passport marker is located.

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TRAIL HEAD: Enter the trail from the lakeside park at the west end, from Garner Rd., or from the parking area at the east end of the Bluff Trail (steep hill).

22 23 TRAIL LENGTH: approx. 1.5 miles each way Cornwall Preserve DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Less than 2000 feet. 3975 LAKE RD., WILLIAMSON NY 14589 FEATURES: The 74 acre Cornwall Preserve was purchased by Gen- esee Land Trust in 2016. This unique property encompasses 2/3 mile of natural lakefront on Lake Ontario, mature woodlands, a wildflower meadow, and important migratory bird habitat. The property surrounds the Historic Lakeview Cemetery and also includes active fruit farmland. The Preserve is open to the public dawn to dusk, every day of the week, but closed on Wednesdays for agricultural management.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Head north from the parking lot on Lake Rd.

TIPS: This trail also offers one of the best spots in the county to see the sunset. The Meadow Trail and Lake Bluff Trail are rolling grassy trails through a wildflower meadow and along Lake Ontario. The Woods Trail is an enclosed trail through 13 acres of woodlands with occasional roots and stones in the trail.

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TRAIL LENGTH: 3.5 miles of trails Crowfield Sanctuary DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Less than 2000 feet. 2480 ARCADIA ZURICH NORRIS RD., NEWARK NY 14513 FEATURES: Nature trails wind through different types of ecosys- tems, which include a wetland, a meadow, and a beautiful deciduous hardwood forest. Signage for species identification is located along sections of the trails. So, enjoy your hike and keep your eyes open for songbirds, mammals, wildflowers, and other signs of Mother Nature. Great trails for X-country skiing.

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TRAIL HEAD: Look for signs for parking off of Arcadia Zurich Norris Rd.; follow the drive and park by the kiosk. Head east from the kiosk to the tree line.

TIPS: Following the Blue Trail north, and continuing on the Red Trail, offers a gentler approach to the passport marker than the steep hill by the kiosk (which is a fun challenge). Check out “Paula’s Peppermint Trail” on the west side of the Blue Trail. Re- strooms are available.

lean to TTRAILRAILLLENGTHENGTH::approx.approx. 1.5 1.5 miles miles each each way way CCoorrnnwwaallll PPrreesseerrvvee DDISTANCEISTANCETOTOPPASSPORTASSPORT::LessLess than than 2000 2000 feet. feet. 39753975 L LAKEAKERRDD.,., W WILLIAMSONILLIAMSONNYNY 14589 14589 FFEATURESEATURES::TheThe 74 74 acre acre Cornwall Cornwall Preserve Preserve was was purchased purchased by by Gen- Gen- eseeesee Land Land Trust Trust in in 2016. 2016. This This unique unique property property encompasses encompasses 2/3 2/3 milemile of of natural natural lakefront lakefront on on Lake Lake Ontario, Ontario, mature mature woodlands, woodlands, a a wildflowerwildflower meadow, meadow, and and important important migratory migratory bird bird habitat. habitat. The The propertyproperty surrounds surrounds the the Historic Historic Lakeview Lakeview Cemetery Cemetery and and also also in- in- cludescludes active active fruit fruit farmland. farmland. The The Preserve Preserve is is open open to to the the public public dawndawn to to dusk, dusk, every every day day of of the the week, week, but but closed closed on on Wednesdays Wednesdays for for agriculturalagricultural management. management.

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TTRAILRAILHEADHEAD::HeadHead north north from from the the parking parking lot lot on on Lake Lake Rd. Rd.

TTIPSIPS::ThisThis trail trail also also offers offers one one of of the the best best spots spots in in the the county county to to see see thethe sunset. sunset. The The Meadow Meadow Trail Trail and and Lake Lake Bluff Bluff Trail Trail are are rolling rolling grassygrassy trails trails through through a a wildflower wildflower meadow meadow and and along along Lake Lake Ontario. Ontario. TheThe Woods Woods Trail Trail is is an an enclosed enclosed trail trail through through 13 13 acres acres of of woodlands woodlands withwith occasional occasional roots roots and and stones stones in in the the trail. trail.

TTRAILRAILLLENGTHENGTH::3.53.5 miles miles of of trails trails CCrroowwffiieelldd SSaannccttuuaarryy DDISTANCEISTANCETOTOPPASSPORTASSPORT::LessLess than than 2000 2000 feet. feet. 24802480 A ARCADIARCADIAZZURICHURICHNNORRISORRISRDRD.,., N NEWARKEWARKNYNY 14513 14513 FFEATURESEATURES:: NatureNature trails trails wind wind through through different different types types of of ecosys- ecosys- tems,tems, which which include include a a wetland, wetland, a a meadow, meadow, and and a a beautiful beautiful deciduous deciduous hardwoodhardwood forest. forest. Signage Signage for for species species identification identification is is located located along along sectionssections of of the the trails. trails. So, So, enjoy enjoy your your hike hike and and keep keep your your eyes eyes open open forfor songbirds, songbirds, mammals, mammals, wildflowers, wildflowers, and and other other signs signs of of Mother Mother Nature.Nature. Great Great trails trails for for X-country X-country skiing. skiing.

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TTRAILRAIL HEADHEAD:: LookLook for for signs signs for for parking parking off off of of Arcadia Arcadia Zurich Zurich NorrisNorris Rd.; Rd.; follow follow the the drive drive and and park park by by the the kiosk. kiosk. Head Head east east from from thethe kiosk kiosk to to the the tree tree line. line.

TTIPSIPS:: FollowingFollowing the the Blue Blue Trail Trail north, north, and and continuing continuing on on the the Red Red Trail,Trail, offers offers a a gentler gentler approach approach to to the the passport passport marker marker than than the the steepsteep hill hill by by the the kiosk kiosk (which (which is is a a fun fun challenge). challenge). Check Check out out “Paula’s“Paula’s Peppermint Peppermint Trail” Trail” on on the the west west side side of of the the Blue Blue Trail. Trail. Re- Re- stroomsstrooms are are available. available.

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26 27 TRAIL LENGTH: 1 mile Dolomite Trail DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 500 feet. 4405 CANANDAIGUA RD., WALWORTH NY 14568 FEATURES: Trail marker, maps and directional posts guide you along the trail through brush, pine trees, and wooded areas. Follow the trail to the marsh overlook/observation deck. Return to parking lot via winding wooded trail. A new trail spur begins directly behind map marker at the south end near the marsh. It travels along the west border of marsh then turns right (uphill) and circles back through wooded area to main trail.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Trail entrance begins in parking lot by entering into the woods.

TIPS: Check out the observation deck on the south side of the trail.

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TRAIL LENGTH: 1.44 miles each way Enlarged Erie Lock 56 DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: 1 mile. 7473 DRY DOCK RD., LYONS NY 14489 FEATURES: Enlarged Erie Canal Lock No. 56 (also called the Poor House Lock) is located in the Town of Lyons. It is a double- chamber lock, with the north chamber featuring a miter gate and tumble gate. The eastern end of the trail features a working dry dock, winter home to the Colonial Belle and the Tugboat Urger.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: At the west end of the trail at the parking lot.

TIPS: The trail can also be accessed from the east end off of Old Lyons Rd., and the center from a clearing on Route 31; however, parking is not available at either location.

Blue Cut Nature Center TRAIL LENGTH: 1 mile Dolomite Trail DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 500 feet. 4405 CANANDAIGUA RD., WALWORTH NY 14568 FEATURES: Trail marker, maps and directional posts guide you along the trail through brush, pine trees, and wooded areas. Follow the trail to the marsh overlook/observation deck. Return to parking lot via winding wooded trail. A new trail spur begins directly behind map marker at the south end near the marsh. It travels along the west border of marsh then turns right (uphill) and circles back through wooded area to main trail.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Trail entrance begins in parking lot by entering into the woods.

TIPS: Check out the observation deck on the south side of the trail.

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TRAIL HEAD: At the west end of the trail at the parking lot.

TIPS: The trail can also be accessed from the east end off of Old Lyons Rd., and the center from a clearing on Route 31; however, parking is not available at either location.

Blue Cut Nature Center

30 31 TRAIL LENGTH: 1.3 miles of trails Ganargua Creek Preserve DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 300 feet. 983 WILKINSON RD., MACEDON NY 14502 FEATURES: This Preserve—donated to Genesee Land Trust in 1996 by the Kesselring Family to honor Tim Johnson—and the adjacent Wayne ARC land are made up of an upland area of hardwoods, wildflowers and shrubs, the winding Ganargua Creek, and an open meadow where food and cover for birds and other animals is abundant. There is exceptional butterfly habitat in the meadow.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: The trail can be access from the parking area on Bunker Hill Rd., or the parking area on Wilkinson Rd. From Bun- ker Hill Rd., walk up the gravel road towards the water tower and an entrance kiosk will be on the left.

TIPS: Meadow is often wet. Dress for poison ivy. The western trail head will take you down a steep hill and a “switch-back” trail, while the eastern trail head is more gentle terrain.

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Historic Lyons Trail 35 BROAD ST., LYONS NY 14489

TRAIL LENGTH: 1.5 miles DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: accessible in Central Park FEATURES: Canal locks, historic buildings and museums, parks, and murals of historic Lyons

DIFFICULTY:  TRAIL HEAD: Set out from Abbey Park if you would like the full experience, but the trail can be picked up anywhere in the central business district. TIPS: Download our “Hit the Trails” app at www.trailworks.org for more information about each stop, and to earn trail, historic, and mural badges. Enjoy a bite to eat downtown when you’re done! Restrooms are available at businesses in town, and portions of the trail are accessible. TRAIL LENGTH: 1.3 miles of trails Ganargua Creek Preserve DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 300 feet. 983 WILKINSON RD., MACEDON NY 14502 FEATURES: This Preserve—donated to Genesee Land Trust in 1996 by the Kesselring Family to honor Tim Johnson—and the adjacent Wayne ARC land are made up of an upland area of hardwoods, wildflowers and shrubs, the winding Ganargua Creek, and an open meadow where food and cover for birds and other animals is abundant. There is exceptional butterfly habitat in the meadow.

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TIPS: Meadow is often wet. Dress for poison ivy. The western trail head will take you down a steep hill and a “switch-back” trail, while the eastern trail head is more gentle terrain.

Historic Lyons Trail 35 BROAD ST., LYONS NY 14489

TRAIL LENGTH: 1.5 miles DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: accessible in Central Park FEATURES: Canal locks, historic buildings and museums, parks, and murals of historic Lyons

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1. Abbey Park 21.Central Park/Fountains (1920s) 2. Bed of Clinton’s Ditch 22. Lyons National Bank (1829)

3. They Call Me Sal mosaic mural 23. “Street of Dreams” mural 4. Winston Dobbins Park 24. “Generations of Smiles” mural

5. Lock 27 25. Parshall House (1883) 6. Lock 66 26. House Block Bottling (1893) 7. Lock 55 27. Ohmann Theater (1915)

8. Hotchkiss Peppermint Building 28. Lyons Methodist Church clock 9. “Battle Square” 29. Lyons Presbyterian Church

10. Nusbickel Building 30. Former Union School 11. History of the Erie Canal sign 31. Former Village Hall (1851) 12. Mural—“Canal Town” 32. 19th century row building

13. Site of current fire house 33. “Believe You Can Achieve” 14. Lyons Post Office 34. Hermann Brothers

15. Trombino’s/former livery 35. Standard Oil Gas Station 16. Livery Stable 36. Former trolley station

17. Old Wayne County Jail 37. “1936 Firetruck” mural 18. First Lutheran Church (1849) 38. “Stepping Back Time” mural 19. Myron Taylor House (1840s) 39. Taylor Memorial Park

20. Wayne Cty. Court House (1854) 40. Site of First Settlers 1. Abbey Park 21.Central Park/Fountains (1920s) 2. Bed of Clinton’s Ditch 22. Lyons National Bank (1829)

3. They Call Me Sal mosaic mural 23. “Street of Dreams” mural 4. Winston Dobbins Park 24. “Generations of Smiles” mural

5. Lock 27 25. Parshall House (1883) 6. Lock 66 26. House Block Bottling (1893) 7. Lock 55 27. Ohmann Theater (1915)

8. Hotchkiss Peppermint Building 28. Lyons Methodist Church clock 9. “Battle Square” 29. Lyons Presbyterian Church

10. Nusbickel Building 30. Former Union School 11. History of the Erie Canal sign 31. Former Village Hall (1851) 12. Mural—“Canal Town” 32. 19th century row building

13. Site of current fire house 33. “Believe You Can Achieve” 14. Lyons Post Office 34. Hermann Brothers

15. Trombino’s/former livery 35. Standard Oil Gas Station 16. Livery Stable 36. Former trolley station

17. Old Wayne County Jail 37. “1936 Firetruck” mural 18. First Lutheran Church (1849) 38. “Stepping Back Time” mural 19. Myron Taylor House (1840s) 39. Taylor Memorial Park

20. Wayne Cty. Court House (1854) 40. Site of First Settlers 38 39 TRAIL LENGTH: 1.4 miles Huckleberry Swamp DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 300 feet. 9190 CATCHPOLE RD., NORTH ROSE NY 14516 FEATURES: 79 acres of diverse, high quality wetlands for bird and wildlife habitat conservation. A wildlife observation deck and boardwalk meanders through a variety of wetland habitats including emergent marsh, Green Ash Wetland, and Red Maple Wet- land. Huckleberry Swamp provides significant functions including storm water retention, groundwater recharge, wildlife habitat, and possibly rare plant habitat. Springtime heron rookery.

DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail

TRAIL HEAD: There are two entrances near each other off of the parking lot.

TIPS: Closed on Mondays and winters. A new feature at Huckle- berry Swamp is the Fairy House Trail, which does not loop back. Bring bug spray! Restrooms are available.

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TRAIL LENGTH: 1.5 miles round-trip Kraai Preserve DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 300 feet. 2461 NORSEN RD., NEWARK NY 14513 FEATURES: The trail at Kraai Preserve offers a beautiful walk through woodlands and wildflowers along the Ganargua Creek. The trail offers views of the Creek, majestic oak trees, and fantastic wildflowers each spring.

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TRAIL HEAD: Follow Norsen Rd. until you reach the stop sign on the old Norsen Bridge. Look to your right for the trail head.

TIPS: This trail can be muddy, particularly in spring. Please be respectful and do not enter private property, both at the trail head and in the field. TRAIL LENGTH: 1.4 miles Huckleberry Swamp DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 300 feet. 9190 CATCHPOLE RD., NORTH ROSE NY 14516 FEATURES: 79 acres of diverse, high quality wetlands for bird and wildlife habitat conservation. A wildlife observation deck and boardwalk meanders through a variety of wetland habitats including emergent marsh, Green Ash Wetland, and Red Maple Wet- land. Huckleberry Swamp provides significant functions including storm water retention, groundwater recharge, wildlife habitat, and possibly rare plant habitat. Springtime heron rookery.

DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail

TRAIL HEAD: There are two entrances near each other off of the parking lot.

TIPS: Closed on Mondays and winters. A new feature at Huckle- berry Swamp is the Fairy House Trail, which does not loop back. Bring bug spray! Restrooms are available.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Follow Norsen Rd. until you reach the stop sign on the old Norsen Bridge. Look to your right for the trail head.

TIPS: This trail can be muddy, particularly in spring. Please be respectful and do not enter private property, both at the trail head and in the field.

42 43 TRAIL LENGTH: 1.75 miles each way Lauraville Landing DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: .5 miles WATER ST., CLYDE NY 14433 FEATURES: This trail offers a campground to the west of the parking lot by following the trail under the Rt. 414 bridge and walking a quarter mile. At the park there is a playground, picnic pavilion and boat launch for kayaks and canoes. Lauraville Landing Trail was the old West Shore Railroad and is now a stone dust trail through a mix of hardwoods.

DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail

TRAIL HEAD: Head east from the eastern parking lot.

TIPS: This trail crosses a bridge over the Erie Canal at 1.75 miles and is part of the Erie Canal trail system, which crosses New York State. Restrooms are available.

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TRAIL LENGTH: 1/2 mile each way Lockville Trail DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: About 1500 feet. 114 N. CLINTON ST., NEWARK NY 14513 FEATURES: The path winds beside and through structures of Old Enlarged Erie Locks 58 and 59. Lock 58 served as a “Victory Gar- den” during World War 2. Clinton’s Ditch Lock 67, 68, and 69 were once also in this area.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Park in the lot on Van Buren St. (Old Lyons Rd.) and head south over the bridge on North Clinton St. The trail head will be on your left, with views of Lock 59.

TIPS: The Towpath Trail offers some beautiful views of the canal, particularly at twilight. Please be respectful of the private property at the east end of the trail. TRAIL LENGTH: 1.75 miles each way Lauraville Landing DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: .5 miles WATER ST., CLYDE NY 14433 FEATURES: This trail offers a campground to the west of the parking lot by following the trail under the Rt. 414 bridge and walking a quarter mile. At the park there is a playground, picnic pavilion and boat launch for kayaks and canoes. Lauraville Landing Trail was the old West Shore Railroad and is now a stone dust trail through a mix of hardwoods.

DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail

TRAIL HEAD: Head east from the eastern parking lot.

TIPS: This trail crosses a bridge over the Erie Canal at 1.75 miles and is part of the Erie Canal trail system, which crosses New York State. Restrooms are available.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Park in the lot on Van Buren St. (Old Lyons Rd.) and head south over the bridge on North Clinton St. The trail head will be on your left, with views of Lock 59.

TIPS: The Towpath Trail offers some beautiful views of the canal, particularly at twilight. Please be respectful of the private property at the east end of the trail.

46 47 TRAIL LENGTH: several miles of trails Montezuma Audubon DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 1000 feet. 2295 NY-89, SAVANNAH NY 13146 FEATURES: The Warbler Loop Walk begins at the Montezuma Audubon Center and passes by an observation platform that overlooks a restored marsh where you can often see raptors such as red- tailed hawks and osprey, red-winged blackbirds and swallows. The path takes hikers through a diverse forest of hemlock, aspen and maple and then winds through grasslands, home to Northern Harri- ers and Savannah Sparrows.

DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail

TRAIL HEAD: Set out from the parking lot at the visitor center.

TIPS: Be sure, particularly in summer, to bring mosquito repellant. The trails offers two miles of trails, and an all-access observation deck. Restrooms are available.

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TRAIL LENGTH: 1 mile Palmyra Wetland DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: About 2000 feet. 299 CHURCH ST., PALMYRA NY 14522 FEATURES: Rich in both natural and historical interest, the wetlands formed in excavations of the original Erie Canal. The self- guided trail booklet describes flora and fauna at each of the 14 sites along the trail. Good for interest in hiking, birding, jogging, moun- tain biking, and history of the Erie Canal. Easy access to Aqueduct Park, Aldrich Change Bridge, and Lock 29.

DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail

TRAIL HEAD: Right off the parking lot on Maple Ave.

TIPS: There is also ample parking available at Aqueduct Park, just to the west of the wetland trail. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy at the park, or head into the Village of Palmyra to enjoy some food and shopping. Restrooms are available. TRAIL LENGTH: several miles of trails Montezuma Audubon DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 1000 feet. 2295 NY-89, SAVANNAH NY 13146 FEATURES: The Warbler Loop Walk begins at the Montezuma Audubon Center and passes by an observation platform that overlooks a restored marsh where you can often see raptors such as red- tailed hawks and osprey, red-winged blackbirds and swallows. The path takes hikers through a diverse forest of hemlock, aspen and maple and then winds through grasslands, home to Northern Harri- ers and Savannah Sparrows.

DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail

TRAIL HEAD: Set out from the parking lot at the visitor center.

TIPS: Be sure, particularly in summer, to bring mosquito repellant. The trails offers two miles of trails, and an all-access observation deck. Restrooms are available.

DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail

TRAIL HEAD: Right off the parking lot on Maple Ave.

50 51 TRAIL LENGTH: 1/2 mile each way Richmond Aqueduct DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: 1/2 mile. 8188 CHAPMAN RD., PORT BYRON NY 13140 FEATURES: The former towpath trail leads to the remains of the second largest aqueduct along the Enlarged Erie Canal. Work be- gan on the “water bridge” in 1849 consisting of building 31 arches spanning 894-1/2 feet long built to replace the hazards of crossing directly through the Seneca River by lifting the canal over it. Van Rensselaer Richmond, American Civil Engineer and politician from Lyons, NY, designed it. It was dismantled in 1917, to make way for the new Barge Canal. Today seven arches remain on the east side of Seneca River and three on the west side.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: From the parking lot on Chapman Rd. or High St.

TIPS: The trail is one of eleven nature trails in Montezuma Heritage Park that also includes several historic canal sites including Clinton's Ditch Lock 62. Restrooms are available.

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TRAIL LENGTH: approx. 1 mile Sherburne Nature Trail DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Less than 500 feet. 1940 SHERBURNE RD., WALWORTH NY FEATURES: The trail is an easy walk around and through Sherburne Road Park. The park and trail feature birding, an observation deck of local wetlands, various native plants, trees, and don’t forget the snake boards! Park and trail are dog friendly.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: The trail can be accessed off the parking lot near the observation deck, and north on Lorraine Drive.

TIPS: Stop and enjoy the views from the observation desk. Re- strooms are available. TRAIL LENGTH: 1/2 mile each way Richmond Aqueduct DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: 1/2 mile. 8188 CHAPMAN RD., PORT BYRON NY 13140 FEATURES: The former towpath trail leads to the remains of the second largest aqueduct along the Enlarged Erie Canal. Work be- gan on the “water bridge” in 1849 consisting of building 31 arches spanning 894-1/2 feet long built to replace the hazards of crossing directly through the Seneca River by lifting the canal over it. Van Rensselaer Richmond, American Civil Engineer and politician from Lyons, NY, designed it. It was dismantled in 1917, to make way for the new Barge Canal. Today seven arches remain on the east side of Seneca River and three on the west side.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: From the parking lot on Chapman Rd. or High St.

TIPS: The trail is one of eleven nature trails in Montezuma Heritage Park that also includes several historic canal sites including Clinton's Ditch Lock 62. Restrooms are available.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: The trail can be accessed off the parking lot near the observation deck, and north on Lorraine Drive.

TIPS: Stop and enjoy the views from the observation desk. Re- strooms are available.

54 55 TRAIL LENGTH: 3 miles each way Sodus-Wallington Rail Trail DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 1 mile. OLD RIDGE RD. AT N. GENEVA RD., SODUS NY 14551 FEATURES: Abandoned rail bed follows wooded path. Access to the Sodus Point central business district is at the north end of trail. There is a mural featuring this railroad in Sodus Point now.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: The trail can be access from parking at the corner of Old Ridge Rd. and Geneva Rd., and in Sodus Point off of Margaret- ta Rd.

TIPS: The passport marker can be found on a tree. Learn a little bit about the trail from the blue and yellow Pomeroy marker at the south trail head.

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TRAIL LENGTH: several miles Third Creek Trail DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 2500 feet. SHAKER TRACT RD., NORTH ROSE NY 14516 FEATURES: The Third Creek land on the south shore of Sodus Bay offers over 500 acres including: mature woodlands, secondary growth, fields, wetlands, and water access to Third Creek, a major tributary to Sodus Bay. The creek itself meanders through the center of the property bordered by bluffs. Sightings of several rare, endangered plants and animals are possible. Spring and fall are ex- citing for bird watching and raptor identification, including bald eagles. This is truly a wilderness property that feels like the Adiron- dacks! There is a newly-constructed bridge that crosses Third Creek.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Parking at the north end is both directly across from Briscoe Cove and approx. 750 feet east. Follow both trails south. At the southeast entrance, set out from the parking lot.

TIPS: Take care to follow the trail markers, as this trail and property overlap with Alasa Farms. Trail can be wet, especially in spring. TRAIL LENGTH: 3 miles each way Sodus-Wallington Rail Trail DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 1 mile. OLD RIDGE RD. AT N. GENEVA RD., SODUS NY 14551 FEATURES: Abandoned rail bed follows wooded path. Access to the Sodus Point central business district is at the north end of trail. There is a mural featuring this railroad in Sodus Point now.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: The trail can be access from parking at the corner of Old Ridge Rd. and Geneva Rd., and in Sodus Point off of Margaret- ta Rd.

TIPS: The passport marker can be found on a tree. Learn a little bit about the trail from the blue and yellow Pomeroy marker at the south trail head.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Parking at the north end is both directly across from Briscoe Cove and approx. 750 feet east. Follow both trails south. At the southeast entrance, set out from the parking lot.

TIPS: Take care to follow the trail markers, as this trail and property overlap with Alasa Farms. Trail can be wet, especially in spring.

58 59 TRAIL LENGTH: 1/4 of a mile Trail of Hope DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 500 feet. 9MANHATTAN ST., LYONS NY 14489 FEATURES: The trail meanders through planned theme gardens and into a natural wooded area where native plants dominate. A viewing platform overlooks Black Brook. A covered bridge invites you to explore the special features among which are a willow tunnel, a Co- nifer Cove, a Therapeutic Pond and Waterfalls, and the “Native Way.” Birds and butterflies have found new homes at the Trail of Hope. “It’s more than a garden, it’s a healing experience.” New features include the Yellow Brick Rd. and the Ribbon of Hope. Allow time to view all the wonderful gardens.

DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail

TRAIL HEAD: Off of the southeast corner of the Lyons Communi- ty Center parking lot.

TIPS: Take a moment to read all of the names on the “Yellow Brick Road” who helped create the Trail of Hope. Restrooms are available inside the community center.

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TRAIL LENGTH: approx. 1 mile loop Turtle Pond Trail DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: About 750 feet. 13137 COTTEN RD., SAVANNAH NY 13146 FEATURES: A unique mix of forested wetland and upland hardwoods border this one-mile, packed dirt trail. Visitors should watch for the many species of wildflowers that grow in this area. In the spring, calls of singing frogs can be heard echoing through the wet woods.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Right off of the parking lot; you can head east, west, or north.

TIPS: Bring your mosquito spray! TRAIL LENGTH: 1/4 of a mile Trail of Hope DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 500 feet. 9MANHATTAN ST., LYONS NY 14489 FEATURES: The trail meanders through planned theme gardens and into a natural wooded area where native plants dominate. A viewing platform overlooks Black Brook. A covered bridge invites you to explore the special features among which are a willow tunnel, a Co- nifer Cove, a Therapeutic Pond and Waterfalls, and the “Native Way.” Birds and butterflies have found new homes at the Trail of Hope. “It’s more than a garden, it’s a healing experience.” New features include the Yellow Brick Rd. and the Ribbon of Hope. Allow time to view all the wonderful gardens.

DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail

TRAIL HEAD: Off of the southeast corner of the Lyons Communi- ty Center parking lot.

TIPS: Take a moment to read all of the names on the “Yellow Brick Road” who helped create the Trail of Hope. Restrooms are available inside the community center.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Right off of the parking lot; you can head east, west, or north.

TIPS: Bring your mosquito spray!

62 63 TRAIL LENGTH: 2 miles each way West Shore Trail DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Nearly 1.5 miles. 1328 VAN DYNE SPOOR RD., SAVANNAH NY 13146 FEATURES: The trail goes through forested wetlands and marshes which provide important habitat for waterfowl, songbirds and birds of prey that migrate thousands of miles along the Atlantic Flyway. Throughout the year, millions of birds and 300 species rest, breed and overwinter here including birds that are threatened, endangered, and species of concern such as the Bald Eagle, Northern Harrier, Short-eared Owl, Cerulean Warbler, American Black Duck and Pied -billed Grebe.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Parking is available at the picnic area and off-street parking is available at the Van Dyne Spoor Rd. intersection.

TIPS: There is a picnic area with tables, grills and a fire pit at the east end and a nature and wildlife mural on the concrete railroad trestle abutment.

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TRAIL LENGTH: over 4 miles of trails Whistlewood Trail DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: About 500 feet. 8130 DUTCH ST.RD., WOLCOTT NY 14590 FEATURES: Whistlewood is a former Girl Scout Camp that is now part of the NYS Lakeshore Marshes Wildlife Management Area and managed by the New York State DEC. From the top of the hill, views of Beaver Creek and Lake Ontario are spectacular.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Park by the kiosk and head north on Dutch St. Rd. to pick up the north loop, or south at the kiosk to pass the passport marker at the top of the steep hill and follow Beaver Creek.

TIPS: Seasonal Hunting is allowed on the property, so hikers should use caution and avoid during hunting season. Great place to cross- country ski. TRAIL LENGTH: 2 miles each way West Shore Trail DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Nearly 1.5 miles. 1328 VAN DYNE SPOOR RD., SAVANNAH NY 13146 FEATURES: The trail goes through forested wetlands and marshes which provide important habitat for waterfowl, songbirds and birds of prey that migrate thousands of miles along the Atlantic Flyway. Throughout the year, millions of birds and 300 species rest, breed and overwinter here including birds that are threatened, endangered, and species of concern such as the Bald Eagle, Northern Harrier, Short-eared Owl, Cerulean Warbler, American Black Duck and Pied -billed Grebe.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Parking is available at the picnic area and off-street parking is available at the Van Dyne Spoor Rd. intersection.

TIPS: There is a picnic area with tables, grills and a fire pit at the east end and a nature and wildlife mural on the concrete railroad trestle abutment.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Park by the kiosk and head north on Dutch St. Rd. to pick up the north loop, or south at the kiosk to pass the passport marker at the top of the steep hill and follow Beaver Creek.

TIPS: Seasonal Hunting is allowed on the property, so hikers should use caution and avoid during hunting season. Great place to cross- country ski.

66 67 TRAIL LENGTH: 4.2 miles, complete loop Williamson Town Loop DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 500 feet. 3773 EDDY RD., WILLIAMSON NY 14589 FEATURES: The loop traverses woods, fields, and village streets. There are wonderful views of Lake Ontario on a clear day and rolling farmlands from the top of “Herbert’s Hill”. Access to town, services, and restaurants is available at several points.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: Heading west from Williamson Town Park provides a nice start in a wooded area, past the pond. Trail access and parking is available at Town Park on Eddy Rd; Route 104 by the ice cream shop; or at the Town Hall/Library Complex on Rt. 21.

TIPS: There are a few steep hills with great views. Don’t forget to reward yourself with an ice cream cone—you’ve earned it! Re- strooms are available at the town park, and businesses in town.

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TRAIL LENGTH: .4 miles round-trip Wolcott Falls Trail DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: .2 miles 12067 MILL ST., WOLCOTT NY 14590 FEATURES: Wolcott Falls has an attractive 50-foot drop, free- falling in a wide ribbon for half its length and then tumbling down steep shale the rest of the way. About 20 feet from the parking area there exists a handicap-accessible observation desk from which to view the falls, as well as an informational kiosk highlighting the history of Wolcott and the falls itself.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: From the parking lot, head past the observation deck and playground to find the start of the trail. The first section de- scends steeply and curves back towards the glen and waterfalls.

TIPS: Rain and ice can cause the first section of the trail to become slippery; use caution. TRAIL LENGTH: 4.2 miles, complete loop Williamson Town Loop DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 500 feet. 3773 EDDY RD., WILLIAMSON NY 14589 FEATURES: The loop traverses woods, fields, and village streets. There are wonderful views of Lake Ontario on a clear day and rolling farmlands from the top of “Herbert’s Hill”. Access to town, services, and restaurants is available at several points.

DIFFICULTY: 

TIPS: There are a few steep hills with great views. Don’t forget to reward yourself with an ice cream cone—you’ve earned it! Re- strooms are available at the town park, and businesses in town.

DIFFICULTY: 

TRAIL HEAD: From the parking lot, head past the observation deck and playground to find the start of the trail. The first section de- scends steeply and curves back towards the glen and waterfalls.

TIPS: Rain and ice can cause the first section of the trail to become slippery; use caution.

70 71 PASSPORT FINISH -15 TRAILS

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