Outdoor Recreation

Hiking, skiing, water sports and more: Western New York’s outdoor scene offers you an array of opportunities to be active year-round.

Mild Weather Pleasures

Spring, summer and fall offer mild weather perfect for outdoor pursuits:

Boating and fishing. Located on Lake Erie at the beginning of the Niagara River, Buffalo is a mecca for anglers and boaters.
Canoeing, kayaking and sailing.
Golfing. Tee up at top-rated courses, here and just across the border.
Walking, running, hiking and biking. Get fit and enjoy the scenery in historic city parks, on multipurpose suburban paths and at the dazzling Niagara Gorge. Many state and provincial parks are within a short drive.
Camping. Pitch your tent at any number of private, public or state-run campsites.

Get out and enjoy:

Downhill skiing and snowboarding. Discover some of the Northeast’s best slopes, including Kissing Bridge and Holiday Valley. UB’s Schussmeisters club offers discounted skiing at area resorts.
Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. A vast system of parks offers many opportunities, including Sprague Brook Country Park, with miles of woods and set trails.
Tubing. Experience fast-paced fun at several dedicated tubing runs.
Sledding and tobogganing. Great sledding is everywhere, including Chestnut Ridge, one of the only U.S. parks with toboggan chutes.
Snowmobiling. You'll find a number of well-maintained trails around the region.