Letchworth State Park Hours
The park is open daily from 6AM – 11PM, year-round.
Things to Do at Letchworth State Park
As one of the largest state park in New York State, Letchworth does not lack for things to do. Plan your trip today and check out what the park has to offer from outdoor activities such as hiking and balloon rides to a rich offering of historic and educational sites, there is something to do no matter the weather. Make it a getaway and stay the night at a local inn, cottage or while camping at the park.
Getting Around
Letchworth State Park Entrances
Letchworth State Park has six main entrances. Four on the west side of the park, which includes the Glen Iris Inn, Humphrey Nature Center, Upper, Middle and Lower falls, Stone Museum, and the Visitor’s Center/Main Office.
From Memorial Day (May) to Columbus Day (October) entrance gates charge an entrance fee from 9AM to 5pm. Visitors 62 years of age or older and who are a NYS resident can enter free (Monday through Friday only/holidays excluded).
Castile, NY (Main Entrance)
$10 entrance fee required if entering between the hours of 9am-5pm (cash & credit card accepted).
Fees are charged from May - October.
Nearby Attractions in Letchworth:
- Autism Nature Trail
- Humphrey Nature Center
- Main Visitor Center
- Glen Iris Inn
- Lower Falls Restaurant
- Upper, Middle & Lower Falls
- Wolf Creek
Perry, NY
$10 entrance fee required if entering between the hours of 9am-5pm (cash & credit card accepted).
Fees are charged from May - October.
Nearby Attractions in Letchworth:
- Camping
- Harvey Swimming Pool
- Mt. Morris Dam Overlook
Portageville, NY
$10 entrance fee required if entering between the hours of 9am-5pm (cash & credit card accepted).
Fees are charged from May - October.
Nearby Attractions in Letchworth:
- Autism Nature Trail
- Humphrey Nature Center
- Lower Falls Restaurant
- Main Visitor Center
- Genesee Arch Bridge
- Glen Iris Inn
- Upper, Middle & Lower Falls
Parade Grounds
No entrance fee (entrance closed during the Winter).
Nearby Attractions in Letchworth:
- Camping
- Genesee Valley Greenway
- Parade Grounds
Mt. Morris, NY (Main/west entrance)
$10 entrance fee required if entering between the hours of 9am-5pm (cash & credit card accepted).
Fees are charged from May - October.
Nearby Attractions in Letchworth:
- Mt. Morris Dam Overlook & Visitor Center/Concessions
- Harvey Swimming Pool
Mt. Morris Dam & Recreation Area entrance
No entrance fee.
Nearby Attractions in Letchworth:
- Mt. Morris Dam & Visitor Center
Location Proximity
Letchworth State Park is located near these major cities:
- Rochester, NY – 45 minutes
- Buffalo, NY – 1 hour
- Niagara Falls, NY – 1.5 hours
- Toronto, Canada – 3 hours
- New York City, NY – 5 hours
In addition, Letchworth is located 30 minutes from NYS Route 90 & NYS Route 86.
New York State’s Empire Park Pass
If you’re a frequent traveler to Letchworth State Park and/or any NYS Park, you can purchase an Empire Pass. The Empire Pass allows unlimited day-use vehicle entry to NYS Parks, including forests, beaches, trails and more.
Go to https://parks.ny.gov/admission/empire-passport and purchase your Empire Pass today!
