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New York
10.0 mi
Distance
436 ft
Gain
3h 33m
Time
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Why you'll love it
Erie Canalway Trail (Tonawanda to Amherst)
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This scenic point-to-point trail follows the historic Erie Canal towpath from Tonawanda to Amherst, offering a flat, accessible route perfect for walkers and cyclists alike. The trail showcases the engineering marvel of the canal system while passing through charming communities and natural areas along the water's edge. With minimal elevation change and well-maintained pathways, it's an ideal choice for a leisurely day hike or bike ride through Western New York.
Yellow Trail
~5 min drive
Easy 0.48-mile loop trail in New York.
Erie Canalway Trail (Hertel Avenue to Tonawanda)
~10 min drive
Flat canal towpath from Buffalo to Tonawanda following historic Erie Canal.
Nike Base - White Trail
~13 min drive
Brief 0.80-mile point-to-point trail in New York.
Erie Canalway Trail (Amherst to Lockport)
~13 min drive
Flat Erie Canal towpath walk from Amherst to Lockport with historic locks.
Nike Base Trails - Yellow Trail
~14 min drive
Quick point-to-point woodland walk on the Nike Base Trails system.
Erie Canalway Trail (Buffalo Harbor State Park to Hertel Avenue)
~21 min drive
Flat 8-mile canal towpath through Buffalo's waterfront and historic districts.
Erie Canalway Trail (Lockport to Middleport)
~23 min drive
Flat Erie Canal towpath connecting Lockport to Middleport in western New York.
Gorge Rim Trail
~37 min drive
Scenic out-and-back gorge rim hike with impressive views.
Yellow Trail
~38 min drive
Easy 0.30-mile out-and-back trail ideal for beginners and families.
Orange Trail
~38 min drive
Easy 0.32-mile out-and-back trail ideal for beginners and families.