Tifft Nature Preserve — Attraction in Buffalo

Tifft Nature Preserve is a peaceful escape right in the heart of Buffalo, even on a rainy day. The light drizzle actually made the experience feel more calm and refreshing — the scent of wet earth, the sound of rain tapping on the leaves, and fewer people on the trails made it feel like we had the place to ourselves.

The trails are well-marked and easy to walk, winding through wetlands, meadows, and forested areas. We spotted a few birds and even a deer, despite the weather. The elevated boardwalks are a nice touch and keep you out of the muddy spots.

Even in the rain, this place offers a perfect little getaway into nature — peaceful, quiet, and a great reminder that you don’t need sunshine to enjoy the outdoors. Definitely worth a visit if you need a break from the city...

Well marked and maintained with easy to walk trails. Nice and close to lots of areas in the southtowns and towards the city. This was my first time. I was very impressed.

There was a variety of landscapes here. Some with more coverage from trees/ brush and other areas more in the open. There are several marshes/ ponds and quite a few boardwalks to get through different areas. A large variety of vegetation and animals wandering around. Also some trails cut where you could walk out in the open and see Route 5. The way the space is designed you can enjoy nature and feel alone with your thoughts and not be too far from home.

Free parking. Nothing is paved so it could be hard to push a stroller through some areas, especially if there...

I love Tift, as a visitor, and the kids I nanny seem to love the camp. But EVERY single time I pick them up from camp, no one knows where they are. The counselors seem to be very disorganized, have no way of contacting other counselors (no walkies or anything) and there is no sense of urgency to find the children. One day the counselor I was speaking to literally told me that the kids I was there to pick up weren't there and that I was at the wrong location, even though I told her twice I had found one of them and was looking for the other. Considering that part of this program is wandering through the woods, its disappointing that they can't keep better track...