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Letchworth State Park
Three Major Falls Along the Genesee River
Discover
At Letchworth State Park, the Genesee River runs through a deep gorge bordered by forest and cliffs. New York State Parks highlights three major waterfalls—Upper Falls, Middle Falls, and Lower Falls—and describes the park’s network of hiking and other trails. The park’s landscape also holds layered human histories, including Seneca settlements; any historical story should be told with the context and sources provided by the park and relevant communities.
Fun facts
- The park identifies Upper Falls, Middle Falls, and Lower Falls as its three major waterfalls.
- The Genesee River flows through the park’s gorge.
- The park’s official historical information notes that Seneca settlements existed within what is now the park.
Before you go
- Check the official trail map and closure notices; trail access may change.
- Use marked viewpoints and follow posted safety barriers around the gorge and river.
- Treat the park’s representative map point as a general location, not an entrance or trailhead.
Capture
- Use a broad composition to show the river, gorge, and surrounding forest together.
- A tighter frame can focus on water and rock
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The Genesee River shapes the landscape at Letchworth State Park, where the gorge is known for three major waterfalls: Upper Falls, Middle Falls, and Lower Falls. Forest, rock, and moving water give the park’s scenery its structure. Check the current trail map and closure notices before choosing a route.
Would you follow the river from one viewpoint to the next?
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