Erie Canalway Trail
Old Erie Canal State Historic Park, Onondaga County, NY
Point-to-point trail in Old Erie Canal State Historic Park, Onondaga County, NY. Cross-country skiing, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 15.1 mi (24.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 20 ft (6 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 5 min
- High point
- 449 ft (137 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Shelter 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from start
- Shelter 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from start
- Historic site: Limestone Creek Aqueduct 13 mi (20.9 km) from start
- Shelter 15 mi (24.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Butternut Creek Aqueduct 15.1 mi (24.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Erie Canalway Trail
How long is Erie Canalway Trail?
Erie Canalway Trail is 15.1 mi (24.3 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 5 min. It climbs 20 ft (6 m) in total, up to a high point of 449 ft (137 m).
How hard is Erie Canalway Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Erie Canalway Trail?
Parking at the start. 16 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Erie Canalway Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Erie Canalway Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (76% under trees).
What can you do on Erie Canalway Trail?
Best for Cross-country skiing. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses.
Where can you eat near Erie Canalway Trail?
Zem's Ice Cream and Mini Golf, 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: ALDI, 1.5 mi (2.5 km).
Is this a good week for Erie Canalway Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap