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                                                Discover Wayne County Trails
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Index of Trails
Alasa Farms              8       Kraai Preserve         42

Beechwood State Park    10       Lauraville Landing     44

Bicentennial Trail      12       Lockville              46

Black Brook Park        14       Montezuma Audubon      48

Blue Cut                16       Palmyra Wetland        50

Butterfly Nature        18       Richmond Aqueduct      52

Casey Park              20       Sherburne Park         54

Chimney Bluffs Park     22       Sodus-Wallington       56

Cornwall Preserve       24       Third Creek            58

Crowfield Sanctuary     26       Trail of Hope          60

Dolomite Trail          28       Turtle Pond            62

Enlarged Erie Lock 56   30       West Shore Trail       64

Ganargua Creek Meadow   32       Whistlewood            66

Historic Lyons          34       Williamson Town Loop   68

Huckleberry Swamp       40       Wolcott Falls          70

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Alasa Farms Trail
                                   TRAIL LENGTH: 6.5 miles of trails
                                   DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: About half a mile.
 6450 SHAKER RD., ALTON NY 14413   FEATURES: Hiking, skiing and equestrian use, wildlife habitat con-
                                   servation, natural and agrarian areas, friendly farm animals, historic
                                   Shaker farm site. Self-guiding Farm Tour Booklets available on site.
                                   Alasa Farms is preserved in partnership with Genesee Land Trust.
                                   DIFFICULTY: 
                                   TRAIL HEAD: Head out from the parking lot. Parking is in the field
                                   at the junction of Shaker and Red Mills Roads (seasonal) and be-
                                   hind the bunkhouse at the main Farm entrance on the east side of
                                   Shaker Road.
                                   TIPS: Terrain ranges through open field edges to steep slopes and
                                   narrow trails in the woods. Second Creek crossing is not bridged
                                   and must be forded by walking in the creek on the bedrock stream-
                                   bed. Restrooms are available.

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Beechwood State Park
                                    TRAIL LENGTH: 3.1 miles of trails
                                    DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: About half a mile.
    7563 LAKE RD., SODUS NY 14551   FEATURES: Beechwood State Park offers numerous trails that wind
                                    through an old Girl Scout Camp. The trails feature an old-growth
                                    hardwood forest, White Pine and Larch Pine plantation, a meadow,
                                    and a young growth hardwood forest. There are many beautiful
                                    views of Lake Ontario and Maxwell Bay. Bald Eagles, Red-Tailed
                                    Hawks, and numerous species of song birds and water fowl are
                                    common sights in the park.
                                    DIFFICULTY: 
                                    TRAIL HEAD: There are two options, east or west entrances. The
                                    west entrance offers a level path to the passport marker, while the
                                    east entrance will give you varying terrain but better views. Access
                                    to Maxwell Bay is from the east entrance.
                                    TIPS: Check in with caretaker for carry-in/carry-out camp-
                                    ing. Restrooms are available.

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Bicentennial Trail
                                      TRAIL LENGTH: 1.2 miles
                                      DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: About 500 feet.
7614 MAKEN RD., WILLIAMSON NY 14589   FEATURES: Wooded area with added pond loop.            Gentle trail
                                      through mixed hardwood forest; some boardwalks.
                                      DIFFICULTY: 
                                      TRAIL HEAD: Cross the small bridge by the parking area and follow
                                      the tree line south.
                                      TIPS: Stop for a rest on the beautiful bench at the south end, and
                                      note all of the painted rocks and creativity around you. Be sure to
                                      check out the pond loop!

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Black Brook Trail
                                    TRAIL LENGTH: 2.75 miles linear
                                    DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: About 1000 feet.
8472 OLD ROUTE 31, CLYDE NY 14433   FEATURES: A historic site on the Enlarged Erie Canal on over 20
                                    acres. Wooded trail parallels sections of Clinton's Ditch and runs
                                    adjacent to the Enlarged Erie Canal once it is crossed.
                                    To arrive at the east/west Erie Canal Trail from Black Brook Park
                                    parking lot, one must first traverse the bed of Clinton's Ditch and
                                    then the bed of The Enlarged Erie Canal. The Enlarged Erie Canal
                                    Lock 54, with its ruins and signage, is a must-see.
                                    DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail
                                    TRAIL HEAD: From the parking lot, head south.
                                    TIPS: This is a designated Forever Wild for Everyone Trail for .6
                                    miles from Gansz Rd. to the Passport Marker. Restrooms are avail-
                                    able.

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Blue Cut Nature Center
                                      TRAIL LENGTH: 1.5 miles of trails
                                      DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Less than half a mile.
   7219 ROUTE 31 W., LYONS NY 14489   FEATURES: The name Blue Cut dates back to 1853 when a cut was
                                      made through a drumlin while building the railroad. The Vernon
                                      Shale had a bluish cast when exposed. Today this nature center and
                                      wildlife refuge covers over 40 acres of open land with marsh and
                                      pond, mixed hardwoods and red pine plantation. Surface: Dirt,
                                      mowed-grass, and pine needle trails. There are 3 trails and multiple
                                      end points in the trail system. End points on the map, should be
                                      thought of as “dead ends.” The outer loop of the trail system,
                                      which includes sections of each trail, will bring you right back to the
                                      parking area.
                                      DIFFICULTY: 
                                      TRAIL HEAD: Right off the parking lot, heading south.
                                      TIPS: A new picnic pavilion has been added to the Nature Center.
                                      Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the serene setting! Restrooms are
                                      available.

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Butterfly Nature Trail
                                           TRAIL LENGTH: 1/4 mile
                                           DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: 1/4 mile
 ROUTE 350 AT ROUTE 31, MACEDON NY 14502   FEATURES: The Butterfly Nature Trail provides a place for all peo-
                                           ple to enjoy the beauty of nature. The trail is a great educational tool
                                           for butterflies, birds and the history of the Erie Canal. From one
                                           vantage point all three eras of the canal system can be viewed. The
                                           trail is next to free picnic areas, camping and launching for boats,
                                           kayaks and canoes. Come enjoy this hidden treasure.
                                           DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail
                                           TRAIL HEAD: Set out from the parking lot. Take the southern path
                                           to view the “three canals,” and the northern path to see Lock 30.
                                           TIPS: The trail is a 10-15-minute walk to/from the central business
                                           district with unique shops, easily accessed from the Erie Canalway
                                           National Heritage Trail Corridor. Restrooms are available.

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Casey Park
                                           TRAIL LENGTH: 2+ miles of trails
                                           DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: less than 1/4 mile, on the park sign
6551 KNICKERBOCKER RD., ONTARIO NY 14519   FEATURES: The abandoned iron ore bed is a narrow waterway.
                                           Hiking along the southern shore begins at the swimming area. The
                                           wide path is packed dirt. At the west edge of the ore bed, the path
                                           narrows and climbs to return on the north shore, high on a narrow
                                           ridge.
                                           DIFFICULTY: 
                                           TRAIL HEAD: Set out from the parking lot; the head of the south-
                                           ern route can be found by the sign for the park, where the passport
                                           marker is located.
                                           TIPS: The south side of trail is wide dirt path, but north side of trail
                                           traverses a narrow ridge. Care must be taken (no bicycles on the
                                           north side). Kayak rentals are available on the southeast side of the
                                           waterway. There are more trails at the west end of the iron ore bed,
                                           after crossing Ontario Center Rd. Restrooms are available.

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Chimney Bluffs
                                    TRAIL LENGTH: 2+ miles of trails
                                    DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 1 mile from west parking lot.
7700 GARNER RD., WOLCOTT NY 14590   FEATURES: Land and water clash at Chimney Bluffs, sculpting the
                                    most dramatic landscape on the Lake Ontario shore. You can expe-
                                    rience massive earthen spires from above or along the lakeshore.
                                    DIFFICULTY: 
                                    TRAIL HEAD: Enter the trail from the lakeside park at the west end,
                                    from Garner Rd., or from the parking area at the east end of the
                                    Bluff Trail (steep hill).
                                    TIPS: Chimney Bluffs is one of the best locations in Wayne County
                                    to see spring wildflowers and view the sunset. Caution should be
                                    exercised when near the Bluff’s edge. Recent erosion of lake prop-
                                    erties have caused some trails to be re-routed. As Chimney Bluffs is
                                    a state park, there is a $5 fee to park in the Garner Rd. parking area
                                    from April 1-October 31. Restrooms are available.

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Cornwall Preserve
                                      TRAIL LENGTH: approx. 1.5 miles each way
                                      DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Less than 2000 feet.
 3975 LAKE RD., WILLIAMSON NY 14589   FEATURES: The 74 acre Cornwall Preserve was purchased by Gen-
                                      esee Land Trust in 2016. This unique property encompasses 2/3
                                      mile of natural lakefront on Lake Ontario, mature woodlands, a
                                      wildflower meadow, and important migratory bird habitat. The
                                      property surrounds the Historic Lakeview Cemetery and also in-
                                      cludes active fruit farmland. The Preserve is open to the public
                                      dawn to dusk, every day of the week, but closed on Wednesdays for
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                                      DIFFICULTY: 
                                      TRAIL HEAD: Head north from the parking lot on Lake Rd.
                                      TIPS: This trail also offers one of the best spots in the county to see
                                      the sunset. The Meadow Trail and Lake Bluff Trail are rolling
                                      grassy trails through a wildflower meadow and along Lake Ontario.
                                      The Woods Trail is an enclosed trail through 13 acres of woodlands
                                      with occasional roots and stones in the trail.

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Dolomite Trail
                                          TRAIL LENGTH: 1 mile
                                          DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 500 feet.
4405 CANANDAIGUA RD., WALWORTH NY 14568   FEATURES: Trail marker, maps and directional posts guide you
                                          along the trail through brush, pine trees, and wooded areas. Follow
                                          the trail to the marsh overlook/observation deck. Return to park-
                                          ing lot via winding wooded trail.
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                                          near the marsh. It travels along the west border of marsh then
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                                          DIFFICULTY: 
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                                          TIPS: Check out the observation deck on the south side of the trail.

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Enlarged Erie Lock 56
                                       TRAIL LENGTH: 1.44 miles each way
                                       DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: 1 mile.
   7473 DRY DOCK RD., LYONS NY 14489   FEATURES: Enlarged Erie Canal Lock No. 56 (also called the Poor
                                       House Lock) is located in the Town of Lyons. It is a double-
                                       chamber lock, with the north chamber featuring a miter gate and
                                       tumble gate. The eastern end of the trail features a working dry
                                       dock, winter home to the Colonial Belle and the Tugboat Urger.
                                       DIFFICULTY: 
                                       TRAIL HEAD: At the west end of the trail at the parking lot.
                                       TIPS: The trail can also be accessed from the east end off of Old
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Ganargua Creek Preserve
                                         TRAIL LENGTH: 1.3 miles of trails
                                         DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 300 feet.
   983 WILKINSON RD., MACEDON NY 14502   FEATURES: This Preserve—donated to Genesee Land Trust in
                                         1996 by the Kesselring Family to honor Tim Johnson—and the
                                         adjacent Wayne ARC land are made up of an upland area of hard-
                                         woods, wildflowers and shrubs, the winding Ganargua Creek, and
                                         an open meadow where food and cover for birds and other animals
                                         is abundant. There is exceptional butterfly habitat in the meadow.
                                         DIFFICULTY: 
                                         TRAIL HEAD: The trail can be access from the parking area on
                                         Bunker Hill Rd., or the parking area on Wilkinson Rd. From Bun-
                                         ker Hill Rd., walk up the gravel road towards the water tower and
                                         an entrance kiosk will be on the left.
                                         TIPS: Meadow is often wet. Dress for poison ivy. The western trail
                                         head will take you down a steep hill and a “switch-back” trail, while
                                         the eastern trail head is more gentle terrain.

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Historic Lyons Trail
                   35 BROAD ST., LYONS NY 14489

     TRAIL LENGTH: 1.5 miles
     DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: accessible in Central Park
     FEATURES: Canal locks, historic buildings and museums, parks,
     and murals of historic Lyons
     DIFFICULTY: 
     TRAIL HEAD: Set out from Abbey Park if you would like the full
     experience, but the trail can be picked up anywhere in the central
     business district.
     TIPS: Download our “Hit the Trails” app at www.trailworks.org for
     more information about each stop, and to earn trail, historic, and
     mural badges. Enjoy a bite to eat downtown when you’re done!
     Restrooms are available at businesses in town, and portions of the
     trail are accessible.

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1. Abbey Park                         21.Central Park/Fountains (1920s)

2. Bed of Clinton’s Ditch             22. Lyons National Bank (1829)

3. They Call Me Sal mosaic mural      23. “Street of Dreams” mural

4. Winston Dobbins Park               24. “Generations of Smiles” mural

5. Lock 27                            25. Parshall House (1883)

6. Lock 66                            26. House Block Bottling (1893)

7. Lock 55                            27. Ohmann Theater (1915)

8. Hotchkiss Peppermint Building      28. Lyons Methodist Church clock

9. “Battle Square”                    29. Lyons Presbyterian Church

10. Nusbickel Building                30. Former Union School

11. History of the Erie Canal sign    31. Former Village Hall (1851)

12. Mural—“Canal Town”                32. 19th century row building

13. Site of current fire house        33. “Believe You Can Achieve”

14. Lyons Post Office                 34. Hermann Brothers

15. Trombino’s/former livery          35. Standard Oil Gas Station

16. Livery Stable                     36. Former trolley station

17. Old Wayne County Jail             37. “1936 Firetruck” mural

18. First Lutheran Church (1849)      38. “Stepping Back Time” mural

19. Myron Taylor House (1840s)        39. Taylor Memorial Park

20. Wayne Cty. Court House (1854)     40. Site of First Settlers

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Huckleberry Swamp
                                          TRAIL LENGTH: 1.4 miles
                                          DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 300 feet.
9190 CATCHPOLE RD., NORTH ROSE NY 14516   FEATURES: 79 acres of diverse, high quality wetlands for bird and
                                          wildlife habitat conservation. A wildlife observation deck and
                                          boardwalk meanders through a variety of wetland habitats including
                                          emergent marsh, Green Ash Wetland, and Red Maple Wet-
                                          land. Huckleberry Swamp provides significant functions including
                                          storm water retention, groundwater recharge, wildlife habitat, and
                                          possibly rare plant habitat. Springtime heron rookery.
                                          DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail
                                          TRAIL HEAD: There are two entrances near each other off of the
                                          parking lot.
                                          TIPS: Closed on Mondays and winters. A new feature at Huckle-
                                          berry Swamp is the Fairy House Trail, which does not loop back.
                                          Bring bug spray! Restrooms are available.

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Kraai Preserve
                                   TRAIL LENGTH: 1.5 miles round-trip
                                   DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 300 feet.
2461 NORSEN RD., NEWARK NY 14513   FEATURES: The trail at Kraai Preserve offers a beautiful walk
                                   through woodlands and wildflowers along the Ganargua Creek. The
                                   trail offers views of the Creek, majestic oak trees, and fantastic wild-
                                   flowers each spring.
                                   DIFFICULTY: 
                                   TRAIL HEAD: Follow Norsen Rd. until you reach the stop sign on
                                   the old Norsen Bridge. Look to your right for the trail head.
                                   TIPS: This trail can be muddy, particularly in spring. Please be re-
                                   spectful and do not enter private property, both at the trail head and
                                   in the field.

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Lauraville Landing
                               TRAIL LENGTH: 1.75 miles each way
                               DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: .5 miles
   WATER ST., CLYDE NY 14433   FEATURES: This trail offers a campground to the west of the park-
                               ing lot by following the trail under the Rt. 414 bridge and walking a
                               quarter mile. At the park there is a playground, picnic pavilion and
                               boat launch for kayaks and canoes. Lauraville Landing Trail was the
                               old West Shore Railroad and is now a stone dust trail through a mix
                               of hardwoods.
                               DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail
                               TRAIL HEAD: Head east from the eastern parking lot.
                               TIPS: This trail crosses a bridge over the Erie Canal at 1.75 miles
                               and is part of the Erie Canal trail system, which crosses New York
                               State. Restrooms are available.

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Lockville Trail
                                      TRAIL LENGTH: 1/2 mile each way
                                      DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: About 1500 feet.
114 N. CLINTON ST., NEWARK NY 14513   FEATURES: The path winds beside and through structures of Old
                                      Enlarged Erie Locks 58 and 59. Lock 58 served as a “Victory Gar-
                                      den” during World War 2. Clinton’s Ditch Lock 67, 68, and 69
                                      were once also in this area.
                                      DIFFICULTY: 
                                      TRAIL HEAD: Park in the lot on Van Buren St. (Old Lyons Rd.)
                                      and head south over the bridge on North Clinton St. The trail head
                                      will be on your left, with views of Lock 59.
                                      TIPS: The Towpath Trail offers some beautiful views of the canal,
                                      particularly at twilight. Please be respectful of the private property
                                      at the east end of the trail.

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TRAIL LENGTH: several miles of trails
Montezuma Audubon                 DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 1000 feet.
  2295 NY-89, SAVANNAH NY 13146   FEATURES: The Warbler Loop Walk begins at the Montezuma
                                  Audubon Center and passes by an observation platform that over-
                                  looks a restored marsh where you can often see raptors such as red-
                                  tailed hawks and osprey, red-winged blackbirds and swallows. The
                                  path takes hikers through a diverse forest of hemlock, aspen and
                                  maple and then winds through grasslands, home to Northern Harri-
                                  ers and Savannah Sparrows.
                                  DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail
                                  TRAIL HEAD: Set out from the parking lot at the visitor center.
                                  TIPS: Be sure, particularly in summer, to bring mosquito repellant.
                                  The trails offers two miles of trails, and an all-access observation
                                  deck. Restrooms are available.

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Palmyra Wetland
                                    TRAIL LENGTH: 1 mile
                                    DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: About 2000 feet.
 299 CHURCH ST., PALMYRA NY 14522   FEATURES: Rich in both natural and historical interest, the wet-
                                    lands formed in excavations of the original Erie Canal. The self-
                                    guided trail booklet describes flora and fauna at each of the 14 sites
                                    along the trail. Good for interest in hiking, birding, jogging, moun-
                                    tain biking, and history of the Erie Canal. Easy access to Aqueduct
                                    Park, Aldrich Change Bridge, and Lock 29.
                                    DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail
                                    TRAIL HEAD: Right off the parking lot on Maple Ave.
                                    TIPS: There is also ample parking available at Aqueduct Park, just
                                    to the west of the wetland trail. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy at the
                                    park, or head into the Village of Palmyra to enjoy some food and
                                    shopping. Restrooms are available.

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Richmond Aqueduct
                                         TRAIL LENGTH: 1/2 mile each way
                                         DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: 1/2 mile.
 8188 CHAPMAN RD., PORT BYRON NY 13140   FEATURES: The former towpath trail leads to the remains of the
                                         second largest aqueduct along the Enlarged Erie Canal. Work be-
                                         gan on the “water bridge” in 1849 consisting of building 31 arches
                                         spanning 894-1/2 feet long built to replace the hazards of crossing
                                         directly through the Seneca River by lifting the canal over it. Van
                                         Rensselaer Richmond, American Civil Engineer and politician from
                                         Lyons, NY, designed it. It was dismantled in 1917, to make way for
                                         the new Barge Canal. Today seven arches remain on the east side of
                                         Seneca River and three on the west side.
                                         DIFFICULTY: 
                                         TRAIL HEAD: From the parking lot on Chapman Rd. or High St.
                                         TIPS: The trail is one of eleven nature trails in Montezuma Heritage
                                         Park that also includes several historic canal sites including Clinton's
                                         Ditch Lock 62. Restrooms are available.

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Sherburne Nature Trail
                                     TRAIL LENGTH: approx. 1 mile
                                     DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Less than 500 feet.
   1940 SHERBURNE RD., WALWORTH NY   FEATURES: The trail is an easy walk around and through Sherburne
                                     Road Park. The park and trail feature birding, an observation deck
                                     of local wetlands, various native plants, trees, and don’t forget the
                                     snake boards! Park and trail are dog friendly.
                                     DIFFICULTY: 
                                     TRAIL HEAD: The trail can be accessed off the parking lot near the
                                     observation deck, and north on Lorraine Drive.
                                     TIPS: Stop and enjoy the views from the observation desk. Re-
                                     strooms are available.

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TRAIL LENGTH: 3 miles each way
Sodus-Wallington Rail Trail                      DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 1 mile.
OLD RIDGE RD. AT N. GENEVA RD., SODUS NY 14551   FEATURES: Abandoned rail bed follows wooded path. Access to
                                                 the Sodus Point central business district is at the north end of trail.
                                                 There is a mural featuring this railroad in Sodus Point now.
                                                 DIFFICULTY: 
                                                 TRAIL HEAD: The trail can be access from parking at the corner of
                                                 Old Ridge Rd. and Geneva Rd., and in Sodus Point off of Margaret-
                                                 ta Rd.
                                                 TIPS: The passport marker can be found on a tree. Learn a little bit
                                                 about the trail from the blue and yellow Pomeroy marker at the
                                                 south trail head.

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Third Creek Trail
                                        TRAIL LENGTH: several miles
                                        DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 2500 feet.
SHAKER TRACT RD., NORTH ROSE NY 14516   FEATURES: The Third Creek land on the south shore of Sodus Bay
                                        offers over 500 acres including: mature woodlands, secondary
                                        growth, fields, wetlands, and water access to Third Creek, a major
                                        tributary to Sodus Bay. The creek itself meanders through the cen-
                                        ter of the property bordered by bluffs. Sightings of several rare,
                                        endangered plants and animals are possible. Spring and fall are ex-
                                        citing for bird watching and raptor identification, including bald
                                        eagles. This is truly a wilderness property that feels like the Adiron-
                                        dacks! There is a newly-constructed bridge that crosses Third
                                        Creek.
                                        DIFFICULTY: 
                                        TRAIL HEAD: Parking at the north end is both directly across from
                                        Briscoe Cove and approx. 750 feet east. Follow both trails south.
                                        At the southeast entrance, set out from the parking lot.
                                        TIPS: Take care to follow the trail markers, as this trail and property
                                        overlap with Alasa Farms. Trail can be wet, especially in spring.

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Trail of Hope
                                  TRAIL LENGTH: 1/4 of a mile
                                  DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 500 feet.
9 MANHATTAN ST., LYONS NY 14489   FEATURES: The trail meanders through planned theme gardens and
                                  into a natural wooded area where native plants dominate. A viewing
                                  platform overlooks Black Brook. A covered bridge invites you to
                                  explore the special features among which are a willow tunnel, a Co-
                                  nifer Cove, a Therapeutic Pond and Waterfalls, and the “Native
                                  Way.” Birds and butterflies have found new homes at the Trail of
                                  Hope. “It’s more than a garden, it’s a healing experience.” New
                                  features include the Yellow Brick Rd. and the Ribbon of Hope.
                                  Allow time to view all the wonderful gardens.
                                  DIFFICULTY: “Forever Wild for Everyone” accessible trail
                                  TRAIL HEAD: Off of the southeast corner of the Lyons Communi-
                                  ty Center parking lot.
                                  TIPS: Take a moment to read all of the names on the “Yellow Brick
                                  Road” who helped create the Trail of Hope. Restrooms are availa-
                                  ble inside the community center.

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Turtle Pond Trail
                                      TRAIL LENGTH: approx. 1 mile loop
                                      DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: About 750 feet.
13137 COTTEN RD., SAVANNAH NY 13146   FEATURES: A unique mix of forested wetland and upland hard-
                                      woods border this one-mile, packed dirt trail. Visitors should watch
                                      for the many species of wildflowers that grow in this area. In the
                                      spring, calls of singing frogs can be heard echoing through the wet
                                      woods.
                                      DIFFICULTY: 
                                      TRAIL HEAD: Right off of the parking lot; you can head east, west,
                                      or north.
                                      TIPS: Bring your mosquito spray!

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West Shore Trail
                                             TRAIL LENGTH: 2 miles each way
                                             DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Nearly 1.5 miles.
1328 VAN DYNE SPOOR RD., SAVANNAH NY 13146   FEATURES: The trail goes through forested wetlands and marshes
                                             which provide important habitat for waterfowl, songbirds and birds
                                             of prey that migrate thousands of miles along the Atlantic Flyway.
                                             Throughout the year, millions of birds and 300 species rest, breed
                                             and overwinter here including birds that are threatened, endangered,
                                             and species of concern such as the Bald Eagle, Northern Harrier,
                                             Short-eared Owl, Cerulean Warbler, American Black Duck and Pied
                                             -billed Grebe.
                                             DIFFICULTY: 
                                             TRAIL HEAD: Parking is available at the picnic area and off-street
                                             parking is available at the Van Dyne Spoor Rd. intersection.
                                             TIPS: There is a picnic area with tables, grills and a fire pit at the
                                             east end and a nature and wildlife mural on the concrete railroad
                                             trestle abutment.

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Whistlewood Trail
                                       TRAIL LENGTH: over 4 miles of trails
                                       DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: About 500 feet.
8130 DUTCH ST. RD., WOLCOTT NY 14590   FEATURES: Whistlewood is a former Girl Scout Camp that is now
                                       part of the NYS Lakeshore Marshes Wildlife Management Area and
                                       managed by the New York State DEC. From the top of the hill,
                                       views of Beaver Creek and Lake Ontario are spectacular.
                                       DIFFICULTY: 
                                       TRAIL HEAD: Park by the kiosk and head north on Dutch St. Rd.
                                       to pick up the north loop, or south at the kiosk to pass the passport
                                       marker at the top of the steep hill and follow Beaver Creek.
                                       TIPS: Seasonal Hunting is allowed on the property, so hikers should
                                       use caution and avoid during hunting season. Great place to cross-
                                       country ski.

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Williamson Town Loop
                                       TRAIL LENGTH: 4.2 miles, complete loop
                                       DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: Approx. 500 feet.
  3773 EDDY RD., WILLIAMSON NY 14589   FEATURES: The loop traverses woods, fields, and village streets.
                                       There are wonderful views of Lake Ontario on a clear day and roll-
                                       ing farmlands from the top of “Herbert’s Hill”. Access to town,
                                       services, and restaurants is available at several points.
                                       DIFFICULTY: 
                                       TRAIL HEAD: Heading west from Williamson Town Park provides
                                       a nice start in a wooded area, past the pond. Trail access and park-
                                       ing is available at Town Park on Eddy Rd; Route 104 by the ice
                                       cream shop; or at the Town Hall/Library Complex on Rt. 21.
                                       TIPS: There are a few steep hills with great views. Don’t forget to
                                       reward yourself with an ice cream cone—you’ve earned it! Re-
                                       strooms are available at the town park, and businesses in town.

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Wolcott Falls Trail
                                     TRAIL LENGTH: .4 miles round-trip
                                     DISTANCE TO PASSPORT: .2 miles
  12067 MILL ST., WOLCOTT NY 14590   FEATURES: Wolcott Falls has an attractive 50-foot drop, free-
                                     falling in a wide ribbon for half its length and then tumbling down
                                     steep shale the rest of the way. About 20 feet from the parking area
                                     there exists a handicap-accessible observation desk from which to
                                     view the falls, as well as an informational kiosk highlighting the
                                     history of Wolcott and the falls itself.
                                     DIFFICULTY: 
                                     TRAIL HEAD: From the parking lot, head past the observation deck
                                     and playground to find the start of the trail. The first section de-
                                     scends steeply and curves back towards the glen and waterfalls.
                                     TIPS: Rain and ice can cause the first section of the trail to become
                                     slippery; use caution.

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