Trails (Walking/Hiking)

The Jordan Level trail is a nearly 5 mile long stone dust trail that connects the historic erie Canal towpath in Camillus to the path in Cayuga county. This trail is just one piece of the scenic Erie Canal byway that stretches across the entire state of NY from Buffalo to Albany.

Natural dirt and gravel trails through the woods feature a variety of terrain, and views of the falls and gorge.  Click here to download the park map.

Located along the scenic western shore of Onondaga Lake, this paved trail meanders through over 5.5 miles of woodlands and open areas. It is perfect for bicyclists, walkers, runners and nature enthusiasts. This side of Onondaga Lake is rich in history; several resorts and dance halls once stood here. The newly opened extension offers spectacular lake and city views and runs right through the Lakeview Amphitheater. Several shelters and benches can be found along the trail for visitors convenience.

The Fishing Access Trail, 200 yards long and 8-10' wide features good access for shoreline fishing in the Reservoir and Butternut Creek and leads to the 1/4 mile Off-Leash Dog Walking Trail. All trails are a combination of natural and grass surface.

Explore 670 acres of natural habitat and 9 miles of trails at Beaver Lake Nature Center. Most trails are classified as easy and are designed for nature study and observation. Click here for more information.

The best way to experience the great outdoors is to explore the wooded trails of Highland. Click here to download the Highland Forest Trails Map. Some of the trails at Highland Forest are part of the Finger Lakes Trail which begins at the Pennsylvania -New York border in Allegany State Park and continues to the Long Path in the Catskill Preserve.

Four Great Trails at Onondaga Lake Park! Whether it's in-line skating, bicycling, walking or running, Onondaga Lake Park has the perfect trail for visitors of all ages. Click here for more information.