Snow Sports: 5 Ways to Enjoy Winter in Rochester
Snow sports and other outdoor winter activities are a great way to shake the winter doldrums with exposure to fresh air, exercise, and sunshine.
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Helmer Nature Center
The paths at Helmer Nature Center, made primarily of wood chip, boardwalk, and hard-pack gravel, are easy to navigate and clearly marked. There are sloped portions that take you down to the valley floor where the terrain around you is hilly and tree covered making it peacefully quiet.
22 of the Best Sledding Hills Around Rochester
Monroe County Parks have the best sledding hills around Rochester! The great thing about sledding is that there are no barriers to entry.
20 Outdoor and Indoor Ice Skating Rinks Around Rochester
There are several options when looking for ice skating rinks around Rochester, NY. It first depends on whether you own your own skates or need to rent.
The 15 Best Places for Downhill and Cross-Country Skiing Around Rochester
Skiing around Rochester is as much winter recreation as it is a social experience, competition, and a tradition. A few of these destinations also offer cross country ski rentals.
10 Best Places to Rent Snowshoes Around Rochester
If you’re looking to spend more time outdoors, try snowshoeing! There are a few places around Rochester to rent snowshoes and learn how to use them.
49 New York State Parks Within a 2-hour Drive of Rochester, NY
Venture into one of these New York State Parks within a 2-hour drive of Rochester and discover what makes them each unique!
Bristol Mountain Off Season
In the fall, the Comet Express lift is open Noon-4pm for folks to enjoy a quiet and scenic ride to the summit of Bristol Mountain.