Freshwater Creeks Around Rochester
These beautiful creeks around Rochester impact us in such subtle ways they sometimes disappear into the background of our lives.
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Day-Trip Guides
Use our guides to start planning your day trips around Rochester.
Water Trails: Over 50 Places to Explore Rochester’s Waterways
Paddle your way to peace and quiet along Rochester’s water trails. Use these launches for canoes, kayaks, and small motorized watercraft.
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Easy-to-See Waterfalls Near Rochester
Not all waterfalls are hidden in dark ravines. Many of the region’s most stunning waterfalls can be viewed from the road or a short walk.
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Swimming Holes
On a hot day, you can stand under a waterfall, swim in a lake, or wade through a creek at one of these refreshing natural swimming holes
Rochester’s Olmsted-Designed Parks
Rochester is fortunate to be one of a handful of American cities with a park system comprised of Frederick Law Olmsted-designed parks.
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Roller Coasters and Water Slides: Amusement Parks Near Rochester
When May comes around, you find the amusement parks with the dry rides opening on the weekends and water parks opening in mid-June.
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Car-Free Day Trips From Rochester
Car-free day trips from Rochester let everyone enjoy the adventure. So many excursions to choose from, and you don’t have to plan them.
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Citizen Science in the Rochester Area
Citizen science involves individuals from all backgrounds, including students, professionals, and the general public, in conducting research.
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City of Rochester Parks
Many of our City of Rochester parks have beginnings embedded in Rochester’s youth. Some were even designed by notable landscape architects.
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31 Monroe County Libraries
A free library card allows you to access 31 Monroe County libraries, including Central Library and Libby, the digital library.
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9 Wineries with Scenic Keuka Lake Views
Visit these wineries in Penn Yan, Dundee, and Hammondsport to taste award-winning wines paired with scenic Keuka Lake views.
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19 Historic Inns & Hotels Around Rochester
These historic inns will transport you back to when Rochester was a frontier town, only accessible by train, boat, or stagecoach.
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Planning Your Next Rochester Day Trip
We’re always researching new ideas for your next Rochester day trip. Filter our day trips by drive-time, direction, or season.
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The Best Sledding Hills Around Rochester
Are you ready to play in the snow? Take your sled to one of Monroe County’s thrilling sledding hills, like Mendon Ponds and Black Creek.
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23 Rochester-Area Chocolatiers
Many of our fine Rochester-area chocolatiers are 3rd- and 4th-generation descendants using traditional family recipes with modern twists.
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