Devil's Hole State Park
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One of the best hiking spots I've found in Western NY that's a short, easy drive from Buffalo. If there's one piece of advice I'd give, it's to be prepared for the climb back up. Going down the stairs and doing the entire trail from the Devil's Hole stairs all the way down to what looks to be the ruins of an old concrete pier, and then back to the stairs is a relatively moderate exercise. The trail has very easy level portions and near the far side is advanced rock falls to climb over that can be tricky. However after all of that, the climb back up can be BRUTAL. I'm a youngish person in ok condition and I have to stop frequently to rest up to continue the climbing. By the time I get back up, I'm utterly exhausted, but it's an exhausted in the best possible way and despite that, it's well worth the trip and effort you put in. You can take either the DH stairs back up or about halfway back you can take the Whirlpool Park stairs. The Whirlpool stairs are easier to do than the DH stairs, but they're still tough. Keep that in mind if you're running low on energy on the way back from the far end. Lastly, be sure to take PLENTY of water.
Sebastian Hill
60
Devil’s Hole is such a peaceful and beautiful place to visit, especially with a loved one. My husband and I had a wonderful time exploring the area. The surroundings are breathtaking, and the trail leading down to the river is absolutely amazing. Yes, there are quite a few steps to go down, but it’s so worth it once you reach the down. You can get right to the river’s edge, but be careful as the current is quite strong, so it’s best to stay back from the water. We spent some lovely time down there just listening to the sound of the rushing water and soaking in the peacefulness of nature. There is another trail down the steps, but part of it is closed off due to rockfall. Be sure to respect the caution signs. If you visit in the fall, you’ll be rewarded with the gorgeous fall colors that make the experience even more special. Highly recommend Devil’s Hole for anyone who loves nature and quiet moments away from the hustle and bustle!
Hasanjalee Iddamalgoda
00
Took a hike this past weekend, and it was so beautiful!!! We came from Toronto, and after passing through to Lewiston NY border, our GPS was directing us to something that looked like a power plant? It was hard to find the start point of the trail but we asked some locals and they directed us in the the right direction. In any case, it was really beautiful. A lot of stairs, going up and down. But once you you’re at the gorge, it was beautiful. The water was so blue and a lot of nice trees. At some point the trail gets really dangerously narrow. I was wearing my regular running shoes, it’s probably in your best interest to get proper hiking shoes to prevent slipping. Going down the stairs at the beginning of the trail was a bit dangerous as there was no railing or giant rocks protection, and it was pretty steep, and the rocks on the trail makes it difficult to walk. Other than that it’s so worth it!!!
Charleen Vo
30
Fun little hike with the kids. When I say little, give yourself at least 2 hours. There are a lot of steps! But it's so fun to hike with family. My youngest is 9, and she did great! My only complaint is not a lot of signs to tell you where to go. We parked on the far left of the parking lot so we went the wrong way initially. If you go to the far left there is a flat trail you can walk along. Park at the far right of the parking lot (right when you first pull in). The sign is on the right side of the lot. You walk right, and that's how you get down to devils hole. I think it's around 440 steps. Easy getting down, hard to get up. After you get to the bottom it may be like .25 mile to see Devils Hole which is a little cave on the left you climb up a few rocks to get in. There is a hole from the mountain where spring water comes down here. Bring bug spray in summer. Lots of mosquitoes.
Jacklyn Rochelle
10
The signs are not very clear here, and no maps either. If you parked in Devil's Hole parking lot, the stairs to go down to the river is on the right when you're facing the river. You'll see a bathroom by the entrance of the stairs.(A water fountain on the upper level by the bathroom.) When you're at the bottom of the stairs, go left for 10 minutes you'll see a cave which is the Devil's Hole. (Tho there's no sign says it is.) If you go right, the trail is not easy and small, probably leading to the plant. After the Devil's Hole, you can keep going upstream for about 15 minutes, there's another stairs to go back to the bike trail, about 15 minutes walk to the parking lot.
Yu-Hsuan Wu
10
As long as you are ready for a lot of stairs and a good hike, Go get it! However if stairs are too much I'd beware stay up top. So amazing to walk along the Niagara River, there small cave opening, it is a bit high up and I wasn't feeling the climb, there is a second that looked like a hole also don't know which was considered the "hole". The views were gorgeous and I'm glad I did it. The whirlpool stairs where out and we didn't catch that sign going in so you have to turn around and walk back the way you came. Check to see it those stairs are open of you are wanting to make the loop hike. Had I seen that I would have given this place 5 stars.
Laurel Clark
10
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Niagara Scenic Pkwy, Niagara Falls, NY 14305
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Devil's Hole State Park is a 42-acre state park located in Niagara County, New York, north of the City of Niagara Falls. The day-use park overlooks the lower Niagara River Gorge.
attractions: Butterfly Conservatory, Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens, Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens, New York Power Authority, Niagara Glen, Castellani Art Museum, Devils Hole, Butterfly gardens, Clet Dining Hall, restaurants: Garden Café
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