Meridian Centre Park is located off Winton Road in Brighton. There are several points of access from the large parking area to the Erie Canal path, where you’ll find several small boat launches and fishing docks.
An easy walk along the perimeter trail
The trails are primarily flat. Some are gravel, others wood chip, with a section of beautiful boardwalk. There are nature paths & an arboretum in the western part of the park with plantings and wooden arches making this a popular destination for bird watchers.
And an easy walk along the canal
Connect to the Erie Canalway Trail and complete a loop back to where you parked. There are several paths that head up to and down from the canal trail.
More information about Meridian Centre Park
Cost: Free
Located in Brighton roughly 10 minutes / 6 miles from Rochester (get directions)
Map: Trail Map
More information: townofbrighton.org
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