Helmer Nature Center
The terrain at Helmer Nature Center is hilly and tree-covered, making is an excellent place for peaceful woodland exploration.
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30 minute or less drive
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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Ellison Park
Ellison Park is a popular spot to launch a kayak or canoe and paddle downstream on Irondequoit Creek toward Irondequoit Bay.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park at Manhattan Square
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park hosts Roc Holiday Village in December when the reflecting pool transforms into an ice-skating rink.
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60 Day Trips within 30 Minutes of Rochester
Sometimes you just need a fun, spontaneous adventure or quick getaway to refresh your day. Try one of these day trips within 30 minutes of Rochester.
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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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Channing H. Philbrick Park
Irondequoit Creek drops 90 feet over one mile through Channing H Philbrick Park, creating the cascades that make it unique.
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ARTISANworks
I’ve heard ARTISANworks described as a walk-through kaleidoscope, a bombardment on the senses, and a 360° canvas that defies all boundaries.
🍁 Maple Weekend 2026: 13 Sweet Sugar Shacks Near Rochester
During Maple Weekend, March 21, 22, 28, and 29, 2026, producers open sugar shacks to showcase the art and science of turning sap into syrup.
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New Year’s Eve Around Rochester, NY – December 31, 2025
I’ve compiled a list of festive places to ring in the new year on December 31, ranging from comedy, theater, and music to themed parties.
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Sam Patch Erie Canal Tours
Sam Patch Erie Canal Tours are a great way to experience the canal and learn about its history along your narrated cruise.
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Thomas Creek Wetland Walk
This nature trail is perfect for observing Thomas Creek’s flow toward Irondequoit Creek, with two paths leading to a viewing platform.
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Ellwanger Garden
Maintained by the Landmark Society, the Ellwanger Estate Garden is periodically open to the public for special events.
Durand Eastman Park
Durand Eastman Park’s 977 acres include an arboretum, hiking trails around Durand and Eastman Lakes, and a swimming beach on Lake Ontario.
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