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Abraham Lincoln Park
Abraham Lincoln Park

Abraham Lincoln Park is 182 acres and is located along the southeastern shoreline of Irondequoit Bay within the Town of Penfield. Enter the park from Smith Road off Empire Boulevard, or access the park on Empire Boulevard near Daytona Avenue.

Braddock Bay Wildlife Management Area,
Braddock Bay Wildlife Management Area,

The primary purposes of Braddock Bay Wildlife Management Area (WMA) are for wildlife management, wildlife habitat management, and wildlife-dependent recreation. This WMA is a 2,125 acre parcel which was transferred in 1982 to DEC from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation.

source: dec.ny.gov
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Brighton Town Park
Brighton Town Park

Brighton Town Park; Brighton Town Park Located at 777 Westfall Road Rochester, NY 14620 This 28-acre Site Includes: ... Contact Us | Accessibility ...

Broad Street Bridge
Broad Street Bridge

Broad Street Bridge Preventive Maintenance Project About the Project The City of Rochester is performing preventive maintenance on the Broad Street Bridge over the Genesee River to extend the life of the bridge.

Center At High Falls
Center At High Falls

The High Falls Visitors Center and Museum is located at 60 Brown’s Race Rochester, NY 14614. It is open Tuesday - Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. (closed for lunch 12:30-1 p.m.) Call (585) 325-2030. Located in the heart of the historic Brown’s Race neighborhood, the interactive museum and welcome center provides an inviting place to learn about local history.

Channing H. Philbrick Park
Channing H. Philbrick Park

If you have a park problem or emergency, security may be reached 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 340-8618 and weekday evenings and weekends at 329-0131. The park ordinance is strictly enforced with appearance tickets.

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Charlotte–Genesee Lighthouse
Charlotte–Genesee Lighthouse

Well before the Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse was established in 1822, Oliver Phelps and Nathaniel Gorham of Massachusetts, already owning most of the land on the east side of the Genesee River, purchased a tract of 2.5-million-acres on the west side from the Seneca Indians in 1788.

Cobb's Hill Park
Cobb's Hill Park

Cobb's Hill Park is located in the city's south east area and features 109 acres of beauty, recreation, and scenic trails. At the park's highest point, a walking trail offers one of the best views of the city.

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Cobbs Hill Reservoir
Cobbs Hill Reservoir

Cobb's Hill Park is located in the city's south east area and features 109 acres of beauty, recreation, and scenic trails. At the park's highest point, a walking trail offers one of the best views of the city. At road level, a collection of lilacs and original tree plantings makes this park a horticultural gem. During summer nights, Cobb's Hill Park bustles with players from local softball leagues.

Corbett's Glen Nature Park
Corbett's Glen Nature Park

Corbett’s Glen Nature Park; ... Information about the rich history of Corbett's Glen is available at the Allens Creek ... Rochester, NY 14618 ...

Corbett's Glen Parking Lot
Corbett's Glen Parking Lot

Corbett's Glen Nature Park Photo credit: Kyle Hurley Photography . Access Areas. Located off of Glen Road, near Route 441. Park patrons must park at the top of Glen Road and walk through the tunnel to access the park trail; An eight-car parking lot located off of Penfield Road, across from Forest Hill Road ; This 52-Acre Parcel Includes: 2 miles of 8 ft. wide trails; A boardwalk area ; A deck ...

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Durand Eastman Beach
Durand Eastman Beach

While Durand Eastman Park is owned by the City of Rochester, the Monroe County Parks Department is responsible for its maintenance and reservation coordination. See Monroe County's Durand Eastman Page The City of Rochester is responsible for the maintenance and operation of Durand Beach.

Durand Eastman Park
Durand Eastman Park

Durand Eastman Park was formally dedicated on May 22, 1909 and is currently 977 acres. The 5,000 feet of Lake Ontario waterfront at Durand Eastman Park creates a relaxing summer environment, while supporting a winter challenge for cross-country skiers.

Ellison Park
Ellison Park

Ellison Park Park Information At 447 acres, Ellison Park has the beauty of natural woodlands combined with steep slopes and the level flood plain of the Irondequoit Creek.

Frederick Douglass–Susan B. Anthony Memorial Bridge
Frederick Douglass–Susan B. Anthony Memorial Bridge

This project in Rochester, NY, entailed replacing a bridge over the Genesee River. Originally, the Troup Howell Bridge carried Interstate 490 over the river (which bisects the city and flows northward to Lake Ontario) and several city streets and ramps.

Genesee Valley Park
Genesee Valley Park

Genesee Valley Park (GVP) is located along the eastern bank of the Genesee River within the City of Rochester. Enter the park from Elmwood Avenue at Wilson Boulevard, East River Road, or Crittenden Road.

George Eastman Museum
George Eastman Museum

Eastman Museum Receives Extensive Collection by David Levinthal The museum has acquired a large and comprehensive collection of photographs by David Levinthal as a result of donations from an anonymous patron and from Donald Rosenfeld Jr.

source: eastman.org
Greece Canal Park
Greece Canal Park

There are two public restrooms located in Greece Canal Park; one is located near the Millennium Lodge and the other is located near the Towpath Shelter. They are open seasonally from May 1st until October 31st.

Harris Whalen Park
Harris Whalen Park

If you have a park problem or emergency, security may be reached 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 340-8618 and weekday evenings and weekends at 329-0131. The park ordinance is strictly enforced with appearance tickets. Please call 911 to report any emergencies and public safety issues.

High Falls
High Falls

About High Falls. Overlooking the roaring waterfalls it is named after, High Falls District offers expansive river gorge views, a beautifully restored nineteenth century ambiance that includes some of the most modern renovated office space in Upstate New York, and professional baseball and soccer at neighboring fields.

Highland Park
Highland Park

draft highland park south master plan update The Monroe County Parks Advisory Committee met on Thursday, February 16, 2017 at 6:00 pm to review, discuss and receive public comment on the Draft Highland Park South Master Plan Update. The plan will guide future improvements to Highland Park South.

Hotel Cadillac
Hotel Cadillac

Hotel Cadillac is an old hotel on Chestnut Street downtown. It was probably a high-class place during its heyday in the 1930's - 1940's. Now it is sadly in poor condition and functions more as a home for transients than a true hotel.

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Hotel Cadillac
Hotel Cadillac

Hotel Cadillac is an old hotel on Chestnut Street downtown. It was probably a high-class place during its heyday in the 1930's - 1940's. Now it is sadly in poor condition and functions more as a home for transients than a true hotel.

source: rocwiki.org
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Irondequoit Bay
Irondequoit Bay

The center of the bay acts as the eastern border for the town of Irondequoit and the western border of the towns of Penfield and Webster. The Irondequoit–Penfield boundary continues along the center of Irondequoit Creek south of the New York State Route 404 float bridge.

Irondequoit Bay Park West
Irondequoit Bay Park West

Irondequoit Bay Park West features a small undeveloped car-top boat launch. Location and Directions Irondequoit Bay Park West is located along the southwestern shoreline of Irondequoit Bay, north of Empire Boulevard and east of 590 in the Town of Irondequoit.

Irondequoit Bay State Marine Park
Irondequoit Bay State Marine Park

Irondequoit Bay Marine Park is a launch site for small and power boats. It provides fishing access to Lake Ontario. It has a small toilet facility and a boat clean out station. The park is operated by the Town of Irondequoit through a cooperative agreement . For more information contact the Irondequoit's Parks and Recreation Department at 585-336-6070.

source: parks.ny.gov
King's Bend Park
King's Bend Park

East Rochester Parks; Gates Parks. Gates Town Park; Greece Parks. ... King’s Bend Park. ... HOME | ABOUT US ...

Lamberton Conservatory
Lamberton Conservatory

Lamberton Conservatory The Conservatory is open 7 days a week, 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. except Christmas Day. During the Holiday Show, it is open until 9pm on Fridays and Sundays. Call 585 753-7270 for more information.

Landmark Society Of Western New York
Landmark Society Of Western New York

The Landmark Society of Western New York, Inc., Rochester, NY. 3.8K likes. We protect the unique architectural heritage of our region and promote...

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Lower Falls Park
Lower Falls Park

Rochester’s Lower Falls is an easy waterfall to view, but a difficult one to photograph. Like the other waterfalls of the Genesee, the Rochester Lower Falls has a rich history of development and exploitation.

source: nyfalls.com
Lucien Morin Park
Lucien Morin Park

Lucien Morin Park (formerly Ellison Wetlands) is located on the north side of Ellison Park and continues to Irondequoit Bay. This marsh area is great for canoe and kayak access to the bay. In 2001, an additional 12 acres were acquired in the wetlands area.

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Manhattan Square Park
Manhattan Square Park

About Manhattan Square. The Manhattan Square Neighborhood has a modern urban park known as Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Park. It’s surrounded by high-rise apartment buildings, a major museum, and office towers.

Maplewood Park
Maplewood Park

The choice of marble was thus quite appropriate, relating both the theme of roses and the fact that the Maplewood Park area was an important Indian site. Mr. Stecher, a native of Germany, came to Rochester in 1870, and was the first American to organize a lithograph company in Japan.

Maplewood Rose Garden
Maplewood Rose Garden

Over the years, the spirit of involvement by the Maplewood Community Association has enhanced the beauty and enjoyment of the park. On June 15, 1958 the Stecher Memorial Fountain honoring the late Frank A. Stecher was dedicated in Maplewood Park at 2:30 p.m. during the Rose Garden ceremonies.

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North Ponds Park
North Ponds Park

North Ponds Park is a Town of Webster park with an enclosed lodge accommodating up to 35 people with kitchen, bathrooms. The park has a lake with fishing as well as walking trails, paved bike trails and handicapped fitness stations. The park was once open to swimming but closed after a person drowned.

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Ontario Beach
Ontario Beach

Use the Rochester-Genesee Regional Transportation Authority's Google Trip Planner to get a bus to the Park About the Park Ontario Beach Park is located in the northwest quadrant of the City on the shores of Lake Ontario.

Ontario Beach Park
Ontario Beach Park

Ontario Beach Park is located on the shore of Lake Ontario in the northernmost section of the City of Rochester near the Irondequoit border. The park is open daily from 7am-11pm. The park office is located at 4650 Lake Avenue, Rochester, NY 14612.

Rochester Contemporary Art Center
Rochester Contemporary Art Center

Rochester Contemporary Art Center (RoCo) is a venue for the exchange of ideas and a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) that was founded in 1977. As a center for thoughtful contemporary art, RoCo provides unique encounters for audiences and extraordinary opportunities for artists.

Rochester Museum and Science Center
Rochester Museum and Science Center

The Rochester Museum & Science Center hosts events for all ages. From family events and kid-friendly gatherings to galas and “adults-only” celebrations, the RMSC is the place to be for hands-on, minds-on fun.

source: rmsc.org
Seabreeze Amusement Park
Seabreeze Amusement Park

Seabreeze Amusement Park features a variety of adult & kiddie rides and attractions, including four roller coasters, thrill rides, live shows, a water park and more. Located in Rochester, New York, between Lake Ontario and Irondequoit Bay and only a short drive from Syracuse, Elmira & Buffalo.

source: seabreeze.com
Seneca Park Zoo
Seneca Park Zoo

Seneca Park Zoo members coming do not count toward the 10 or more in your Group. In this case, they are free because they are members. Any group of 10 or more individuals who are 3 years of age and older who wish to receive the Group Rate must either purchase their tickets online or make a reservation at least two (2) weeks in advance of your visit.

Strong National Museum of Play
Strong National Museum of Play

Jeremy Saucier, The Strong's assistant vice president for interpretation and electronic games, speaks as part of a panel at the New York Cultural Heritage Tourism Network's eighth annual spring conference at Hobart and William Smith Colleges.

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Sunken Garden
Sunken Garden

Planning your wedding in Rochester, ... Contact Us. Contact Sunken ... About Sunken Gardens. Sunken Gardens (Highland Park) $100.00/ hour.

Susan B. Anthony House
Susan B. Anthony House

The National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House in Rochester, NY was the home of the legendary American civil rights leader, and the site of her famous arrest for voting in 1872. This home was the headquarters of the National American Woman Suffrage Association when she was its president.

Tinker Nature Park/Hansen Nature Center
Tinker Nature Park/Hansen Nature Center

The Hansen Nature Center includes exhibits on the natural history of New York, an indoor Honey Bee observation hive, and snowshoeing and cross – country skiing in the winter. History In 1991, John and Carol Aldridge donated 68 acres of the Tinker Family’s farm to the Town of Henrietta.

source: henrietta.org
Turning Point Park
Turning Point Park

The park's trail continues on to connect to the Genesee Riverway Trail. Take the trail and explore over 16 miles of Rochester by reaching Ontario Beach Park to the north or downtown to the south. The Rain Garden. Turning Point Park also features a gorgeous Rain Garden, an eco-friendly way to use natural vegetation as sediment filters.

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Veterans Memorial Park
Veterans Memorial Park

Veterans Memorial Park One of two small parks in Rush NY, Veterans Memorial Park (and others like it) is a popular addition to the towns of Rochester. Veterans Memorial Park serves as a permanent memorial to the veterans who have fought in the various wars since World War II.

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Warner Castle
Warner Castle

Horatio Gates Warner designed his home, Warner Castle, built in 1854, to resemble the ancestral castle of the Clan Douglas which captivated his fancy during a visit to Scotland. A self-guided tour (available at Warner Castle) shares the history and architecture of this American Castle and its beautiful interior.

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Washington Square Park
Washington Square Park

Washington Square Park has its origins in 1817, when one of the first settlers and land owners in Rochesterville (old Rochester), Elisha Johnson, set aside some of his land to form the town’s first park.

source: rocwiki.org