Erie Canalway Trail – Erie Canalway Trail loop from Green Lakes State Park

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Erie Canalway Trail – Erie Canalway Trail loop from Green Lakes State Park

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3.1

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riders

Erie Canalway Trail – Erie Canalway Trail loop from Green Lakes State Park

00:54

15.4km

30m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.94 km

Cedar Bay Park

Highlight • Rest Area

This cute little park sits right alongside the old Erie Canal. It's a good picnic spot or turnaround point for the Erie Canalway Trail, which is just on the other …

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5.06 km

Erie Canalway Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail/tow path mostly follows the route of the old, historic Erie Canal. Along this portion you can see where the original canal was enlarged, along with some beautiful stonework …

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8.37 km

Limestone Creek Aqueduct (Erie Canalway Trail)

Highlight • Bridge

Along the trail, you'll come across a bridge where a beautiful view of the creek awaits at the trail's northern tip, showcasing the creek's bend. Great place to stop for a break.

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12.5 km

Erie Canalway Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Erie Canal Trail traces the path of the historic Erie Canal, which was largely replaced by the Barge Canal between 1905 and 1918. Today, the trail offers a glimpse …

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15.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.70 km

5.67 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.85 km

5.50 km