Our Favorite 5 Town Parks to Explore

These Monroe County town parks offer more than just a typical baseball diamond and playground. Each has a unique offering of woods, wildlife, and water features to explore. Some parks have even, paved surfaces with very little change in elevation. Others feature a combination of hard-pack dirt, wood chips, gravel, and boardwalk.

1. Tinker Park

Henrietta

The one-mile perimeter trail circumnavigates woodland, meadow, and wetland environments. The trail system includes smaller paths that intersect with the perimeter trail, including the Labyrinth walking path. The trails themselves consist of hard-packed gravel and boardwalks, making them easy for most people to walk.

2. Corbett’s Glen Nature Park

Brighton

When you visit Corbett’s Glen, you might notice that it feels like you’re walking through people’s backyards – and that’s because you are! This green space is hidden in a suburban area, nestled between an expressway and two busy roads near the Penfield/Brighton Town border.

3. Braddock Bay Park

Greece

The town-operated park spans 375 acres and is situated within the Braddock Bay Fish and Wildlife Management Area. The park has a hard-pack gravel pathway that leads to a viewing platform and a wetland boardwalk. Additionally, a kayak launch is located near the marina.

4. Charles E. Sexton Park

Webster

Previously known as North Ponds Park, the one-mile loop trail is ideal for a relaxing walk, jog, or bike ride since there are only minor elevation changes throughout the route. This trail is also a fantastic spot for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing during winter. Additionally, you’ll find eight fitness stops optimized for different abilities and heights.

5. Channing H. Philbrick Park

Penfield

The Irondequoit Creek Trail is a narrow path that winds along the edge of the creek. Although it’s easy to walk, the path is covered in thick tree roots and crosses over several boardwalks and wooden bridges, which may make it moderately challenging for some people.

Ready to explore a few more town parks?

There are hundreds of town and village parks spread throughout the county. rochesterparks.org has done a commendable job gathering the parks together. Here are a few more of our favorites.

Other parks around Rochester

Try some of our city, county, and state parks as well!

Which are your favorite town parks to explore?

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