Traveling throughout Western New York you will witness the beauty of the Allegany Mountains as the hills roll endlessly. You can hear the peaceful water flowing down the Allegany River or the rapids of the mighty Cattaraugus Creek. Nestled in the serene landscape is the home of a Native Nation known as the Onöndowa’ga:’, the people of the hills or by their English name, the Seneca.

Historically, the Seneca occupied territory throughout the Finger Lakes area in Central New York and in the Genesee Valley in Western New York, living in longhouses on the riversides. The Seneca were the largest of six Native American nations which comprised the Haudenosaunee Confederacy or Six Nations, a democratic government that pre-dates the U.S. Constitution.

Today, the Seneca Nation has a population including over 8,500 members. The Seneca Nation supports its people and benefits surrounding communities [...]

From boutique wineries and craft distilleries, to charming B&Bs, cultural restaurants, abundant New York farms and farm markets, unique shops, dream-inspiring coastal landscapes and sites, the Lake Ontario Wine Trail is an adventure.

The Trail stretches along Lake Ontario, between Rochester and Syracuse NY. Our farms and farm markets grow much of New York’s food, as they are high ranking producers of apples, onions, grapes, maple syrup and more.

Our soil and climate, coupled with years of experience in the industry, make the Lake Ontario wines and craft spirits distinctive. Each bottle of wine and spirit is handcrafted with care, and with each “see, swirl, sniff and sip” we offer you a tantalizing taste of what is here.

Around each turn on the Trail is a new vista to be discovered. Plan a day trip and be [...]

This summer, enjoy a Western NY vacation to the Chautauqua-Lake Erie Region. Discover the unrivaled natural beauty of our many lakes, waterways and trails as well as experience one-of-a-kind cultural attractions.

An Outdoor Recreation Destination – Make a splash in Chautauqua County, where you will never be more than 20 minutes from one of our five lakes. Cool off on summer days by getting out on the water; rent a boat, relax on a beach or go fishing. Take a sailing lesson or join a sunset kayaking tour. Golfers will enjoy playing a round on more than a dozen courses throughout the region. Magnificent views and undisturbed landscapes can be found while hiking, biking, and birding. The adventurous traveler may enjoy Peek’n Peak Resort’s Mountain Adventures, where you can climb treetop obstacle courses before taking an exhilarating zipline ride descent.

Imagine a place where traffic isn’t insane, food choices are plentiful & delicious, a hike is possible from almost anywhere, it is not uncommon to see a hot air balloon floating in the sky, every downtown is full of historic charm, and the river flows north.

Welcome to Allegany County, NY! – If you’re pining for a place to escape the noise and daily grind, you should be here. Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Allegany County offers beautiful weather, trails, parks, water access, outdoor adventure, art, entertainment, history, culture, food, and agritourism.

For the outdoor enthusiasts, come enjoy hiking, biking, ATV and snowmobile riding (depending on the weather), fishing, hunting, kayaking, canoeing, boating, we even have a beach!

If you’re seeking art and entertainment, our opera house, museums, galleries, and music venues [...]