Allegheny Plateau Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Keuka Lake State Park featuring a lake or waterhole, a bridge and boating
Keuka Lake State Park showing farmland
Keuka Lake State Park which includes a lake or waterhole
Keuka Lake State Park which includes boating, a bridge and general coastal views
Keuka Lake State Park which includes farmland

Forests, lakes, mountains, wildlife and ski trails draw visitors to this picturesque part of western New York.

The Allegheny Plateau is part of the Appalachian highlands in the eastern United States. The vast upland area stretches southward for more than 500 miles (805 kilometres) from central New York State, passing through parts of Pennsylvania, Ohio, Virginia and Maryland. The region has varied terrain of forests, mountains, lakes and canyons.

Hike through the primitive forested valley of Allegany State Park in New York on trails of various lengths for all ability levels. During the winter some of the routes are used for cross-country skiing. Other park activities include canoeing, ice fishing, swimming and boating across Chautauqua Lake.

For excellent sunset views, walk up to the high bluffs overlooking one of the Great Lakes at Lake Erie State Park. During the day, look for the wildlife that can be seen in and around the lake. In shaded wetlands and pools at the north end of the park look for frogs and salamanders. Venture close to the lake shoreline to have a good chance of photographing raptors and other migratory birds. Look and listen for bald eagles and red-headed woodpeckers.

Stay overnight in a tent or log cabin or alternatively in a hotel in Allegany. The town’s attractions are also well worth a visit. Bike or rollerblade along the Allegheny River Valley Trail, a 5.6-mile (9-kilometre) loop along the river. Stroll the campus of St. Bonaventure University, run by the Franciscans, a Catholic religious order. Reserve a table at a downtown restaurant for lunch or dinner.

Explore more towns and villages to learn about life in the area. Visit East Otto for the Griffis Sculpture Park, a 450-acre (182-hectare) park filled with more than 200 large sculptures.Salamanca lies within an Indian reservation where many members of the Seneca Nation of Indians live. Here you will find plenty of shops, restaurants, museums and a casino.

The Allegheny Plateau is an area of great beauty. Walk on one of the many forested trails, visit fascinating towns and enjoy staggering views.

Where to stay in Allegheny Plateau

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Angelica Park Circle Historic District

The parks and golf courses are a few things travellers note about the neighbourhood.

Angelica Park Circle Historic District
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Craneridge

When in Craneridge, you can plan a visit to Kissing Bridge Ski Resort and Sprague Brook County Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Craneridge
Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino

Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino

4 out of 5
777 Seneca Allegany Blvd, Salamanca, NY
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Salamanca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,203 reviews)
"Beautiful and comfortable room."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino
Quality Inn Geneseo

Quality Inn Geneseo

2.5 out of 5
4242 Lakeville Rd, Geneseo, NY
The price is Rp2.238.113 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp2.238.113
Rp2.484.304 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Geneseo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (800 reviews)
"Bed was super comfortable, room was clean and smelled great"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Quality Inn Geneseo
Best Western Plus The Hammondsport Hotel

Best Western Plus The Hammondsport Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8440 State Route 54, Hammondsport, NY
The price is Rp2.459.467 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
Rp2.459.467
Rp2.754.604 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hammondsport. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Great breakfast! Cheerful & helpful staff! My best lodging experience in a decade!"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Best Western Plus The Hammondsport Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Radio City Apartments

Radio City Apartments

3.5 out of 5
142 West 49th Street, New York, NY
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,544 reviews)
Comfortable and Close.
"Despite an issue with the bathroom sink upon first day of the trip (which was immediately fixed by the time we got baxk to our room), we had a wonderful stay. It was a few steps away to our event at Radio City Hall."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Radio City Apartments
31 Street Broadway Hotel

31 Street Broadway Hotel

2 out of 5
38 West 31st Street, New York, NY
Stay at this aparthotel in New York. Enjoy room service, Wi-Fi (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value ...
5.4/10 (1,103 reviews)
"Good place really close to the hustle and bustle of downtown. We were able to walk just about everywhere. It was small but clean."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

31 Street Broadway Hotel
Starlight Hotel

Starlight Hotel

2.5 out of 5
40-40 College Point Blvd, Flushing, NY
Stay at this aparthotel in Flushing. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (620 reviews)
"Nice size clean rooms. Had the kitchenette room with a big bathroom."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Starlight Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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