Genesee Valley Greenway
The Genesee Valley Greenway is one of hundreds of greenways being developed across the nation along old canals, abandoned rail beds, and riverbanks. It passes through scenic woodlands, river and stream valleys, rolling farmlands, steep gorges, and historic villages located in sixteen towns in Monroe, Livingston, Wyoming, Allegany, and Cattaraugus counties in New York State.
Note: 2009 Updated Greenway Map - Includes changes in Allegany County and the addition of Hinsdale section of trail. May be downloaded.
Related Events
Tuesday, January 26: Public Open House – 6 to 8 PM - Cuba Circulating Library, 39 E. Main St, Cuba, NY. The Village of Cuba invites you to attend an open house for the Landmark Connections to the Genesee Valley Greenway Project. There will be no formal presentation but attendees may review project related materials (bridges and multi-use trail thru village and Greenway) and ask questions.
Sunday, February 7: Caledonia Trailblazers Winterfest – 12 to 4 PM - Jones Hall RT. 36, Caledonia, NY. Lunch for $8.00 per plate, till sold out, Kids under 10 free, Snowmobile and Groomer Demos, weather permitting. Members bring your Sleds & Trailers for show & tell, Membership Sign up & Renewals, Enjoy an afternoon of family fun, Chinese Auction, 50/50 Raffle
NYSDOT Announces Beginning of Mt. Morris Greenway Bridge Project
Read the formal announcement by NYSDOT that construction is beginning on the $1.7 million project to construct the new Greenway pedestrian bridge over the Genesee River along State Route 36, in the towns of Mt. Morris and Leicester, Livingston County. This bridge will provide a safe way for trail users to cross the river and contribute to continuity of the trail in this area.
Geocaching on the Greenway
Do you like scavenger hunts? Are you interested in a challenge? If you answer yes, read about Geocaching on the Greenway. This may be an activity that will get your whole family out on the trail. Note that permits are required for placing caches on certain sections of the Greenway. Check the policies included on this web site under Trail Users.