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Things to Do
Within the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor are many historical and cultural destinations that interpret the life and times of the canals as well as the unique natural features in the region. The Canalway Corridor offers a wide range of exciting features and activities to suit everyone’s interests including boating, canal trails, natural areas, and cultural events.
Be sure to visit the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor Visitor Center at Peebles Island State Park in Waterford, NY. It is open weekends from May to October and daily from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The hours of operation are 10am-5pm and you can contact the Visitor Center by calling 518-237-7000, ext. 206.
For more information on visiting the region, planning a vacation, or discovering specific activities and destinations, visit the New York State Canal Corporation.
If you are interested in trails along the Canals and Towpaths, and events such as the Cycling the Erie Canal Bike Tour, please visit Parks and Trails New York.
For information on the rich history of Upstate New York and how the Erie Canalway is linked to Lake George, Lake Champlain and the Richelieu and St. Lawrence Rivers of Quebec to the north, make sure to visit Lakes to Locks.
Visit the Mohawk Valley Heritage Corridor to learn about the growth of the Mohawk River and how the Erie Canalway influenced the development of cities and towns in the 19th Century.
If you would like to know about historic parks and recreations areas within the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor, be sure to visit the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. |
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