Letchworth Gorge
“The Grand Canyon of the East,” three big falls
A 17-mile gorge where the Genesee River drops over three major waterfalls between cliffs up to 600 feet high — repeatedly voted among the best state parks in the country. The railroad arch over the Upper Falls is the signature shot.
The shot
The train trestle above the Upper Falls.
Nearby & worth pairing
- Middle & Upper Falls
- Mount Morris Dam
- Finger Lakes nearby
- Hot-air balloon rides
Access, fees, permits, and tour availability change with the season and the managing agency (tribal park, state park, BLM, or NPS) — confirm current rules and reservations before you go, tread lightly on sacred and fragile sites, and pack out everything you bring.
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