Enchanted MountainsA slew of outdoor activities challenge the adventurous at heart. Whitewater raft down the swift, salmon-filled waters of Cattaraugus Creek or angle for trout in well-stocked creeks, streams and lakes beginning April 1.

Explore nature’s playground at Allegany State Park, filled with miles of hiking, biking and horseback riding trails. Or mount your motorbike and take a relaxing cruise along miles of scenic, pastoral roads.

For a special thrill, stop at Holiday Valley for a family Mountain Coaster ride. Then spend the afternoon traversing bridges and platforms at the Sky High Aerial Adventure Park before rambling around the charming Village of Ellicottville.

Reserve a day on the Amish Trail for a trip into another place in time where you’ll discover an Old Order Amish community steeped in a rich cultural history and living without modern conveniences like electricity, [...]

For an intimate look at a unique way of life in the Enchanted Mountains, travel to another era along Cattaraugus County’s Amish Trail. Take refuge from your fast-paced, hectic life to a place where time flows like molasses. Journey along pastoral roads with peaceful views and discover the original Old Order Amish community in the Conewango Valley.

Take the long and winding road into another era

The Enchanted Mountain region is proud of its cultural richness and diversity. Amish farmsteads dotting the countryside provide an intimate window into an uncomplicated lifestyle honoring family, community and Christian faith.

This Old Order Amish community of about 1,500 was founded in 1949 and is a very conservative, traditional order that shuns the conveniences of electricity, phones, cars and other gadgets that dominate our modern way of life. These “plain” people, as they like to call themselves, intentionally [...]

When you think of a vacation in New York, you probably envision tall buildings, bright lights, and bustling crowds. But there is more to the state of New York than just the Big Apple!


In Southwestern New York State you will find the Enchanted Mountains of Cattaraugus County, where beautiful scenery displays forested, rolling hills and clean, sparkling lakes, rivers and streams. The quaint villages are filled will friendly people, and have events and activities for all interests.


If you’re looking to relax and enjoy nature, visit Allegany State Park. Swim in the lakes, play on the beaches, and hike the trails to the Bear Caves. There’s a paved trail around Red House Lake for a scenic bike ride. For the history buffs, you can visit the Stone Tower or the park’s two museums. Looking for a little [...]

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