Zoar Valley Multiple Use Area

Category: Nature preserve in Gowanda, New York

Address: 10112 Valentine Flats Rd, Gowanda, NY 14070, USA

Phone: +17163796364

Opening hours

Sunday: 6AM–8PM

Monday: 6AM–8PM

Tuesday: 6AM–8PM

Wednesday: 6AM–8PM

Thursday: 6AM–8PM

Friday: 6AM–8PM

Saturday: 6AM–8PM

Reviews

Karl Young

Jul 11, 2021

I can't begin to explain how beautiful this place is. The trails are filled the peace and the sound of flowing water. A sign in sheet is offered at the beginning of every trail along with a map.

Robyn Ferris

May 1, 2021

Very fun! It was a bit muddy today but tennis shoes were fine. We went out to a peak and then back to the start to go on the trail to the water. Pretty good with signage and not at all busy!

Jackie S

Jul 12, 2020

Zoar Valley was awesome. The water was so perfect, Although, for some reason I didn't think you could swim and we were not completely prepared to get wet, we did anyways... Next time we will certainly take a floaty and try to ride the Rapids down river. Some of the trails were very close to the edge, so you do have to be VERY careful, and i wouldn't trust my pets or small children in certain areas (Although i still seen alot). We will def return.

Andrea Lynn

Jun 9, 2019

Absolutely beautiful! Enjoyed a nice long hike for a few hours with gorgeous scenery. Some spots can get tricky. I recommend proper foot wear for sure! Most areas are dead spots for cell service so be alert and careful always!

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Questions & Answers

how do you get to the tall waterfall(s)? online maps weren't helpful.

jaye | Jun 16, 2021
Rachel Rocheleau | Jun 17, 2021

You follow the path all the way down and go around the bend

How is the best way to get down to the body of water ? Would love to have my sons graduation pictures done there

anita putnam | Jun 16, 2021
Clinton Goodman | Jun 17, 2021

Access the Zoar Valley Public Use area via Point Peter Rd just south of the Village of Gowanda. This area provides a parking area, porta potty that's wheel chair accessable and what you're looking for, a path directly to the edge of Cattaraugus Creek. Be advised the last tenth mile of the access road is steep. Use caution please. Gowanda is my home town, please enjoy!

Where can I camp in zoar valley

Derrick Flagg | Aug 15, 2020
Chritopher Fasso | Aug 16, 2020

East otto state land on Springville side of gorge used to be able to.

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Wild grape vines. Anyone know where to find them?

T J | Aug 15, 2020
Carl Hempel | Aug 16, 2020

Take the path down to where the rivers come together. You'll see a bunch along the way!

Never been here. I would like to take my teenage kids swimming here. Is there easyish hike to a swimming spot?

Michael Davidson | Aug 16, 2019
Joshua Gugino | Aug 17, 2019

Yes there are trials that lead down to the water, and they are too difficult to hike. Some parts of the trail get pretty narrow though, but that's the most you really have to watch out for.

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Can you camp here??

Sarah Mattle | Aug 16, 2019
Samuel Hahn | Aug 17, 2019

I've camped there few times. Officer came to chat with us one time but never kicked us out. If it written no camping, I'd not risk it now.

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When are steelhead running

Jerry Clark | Aug 16, 2019
Chritopher Fasso | Aug 17, 2019

October -April

Is hunting allowed, if so what can you find?

I love hunting and fishing | Aug 16, 2019
Huzef Kadri | Aug 17, 2019

Yes

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Is there an area to camp?

Oreo OJ | Aug 16, 2019
Margaret | Aug 17, 2019

East otto state forest is your closest bet. It's free primitive camping.

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Can you camp on the trails in zoar vally

panda cafè | Aug 16, 2019
Huzef Kadri | Aug 17, 2019

No

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