Houghton Forest Trails

Houghton University
7481 Centerville Rd
Houghton, NY 14744
  • Wilderness Adventures: 585-567-9254

Nestled within the Genesee River Valley and surrounded by the rolling hills of Western New York, the Houghton University forest provides one of the best places for hiking in northern Allegany County. The forest features 4+ miles of trails that are open year-round to students, community members, and the general public. Hiking Trails include the Overlook Trail, Old Oak Trail, Connector Trail, Devil’s Back Trail, Reunion Trail, Mabel’s Trail.  There is also Disc Golf Course at Houghton University.

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Please help us care for our forest by packing out all your waste and abiding by the following guidelines: • Trails are for pedestrian use only (including skiing). • Camping and fires are permitted only in designated areas and require registration with Wilderness Adventures. • Use only dead, downed wood for fuel and completely extinguish fires before departure. • Hunting is not permitted without written permission from the Director of Campus Safety and Security. • The following are PROHIBITED at all times: vehicular traffic, bicycles, horses, tobacco, alcoholic beverages, and firearms. • Do not walk in ski tracks during winter.
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