So it's February. And until last week Lake Erie was perhaps 15% covered in ice. But, given this…read morepast week of deep cold, we are up to around 80%. So maybe the ice fishermen will get to have more fishing afterall. We have another week of cold coming, which should give the ice a chance to really take hold. Always good for the lake Update 46 2021

I've had an obsession with Lake Erie since the first time I set eyes on her a few decades ago, yes…read morewe've shared some memories that will last a life time. I lived not so far from her shores for a number of years so I've experienced her in all seasons and I say with certainty no particular one is my favorite since each are unique and all are special in some sense. My most recent visit from the shores of Buffalo in February is one of frozen sheets of ice jammed against the shore appearing lifeless and stranded, barren and eerie waiting in utter silence for the warmth of spring to thaw her surface and return the beauty she exhibits so beautifully. I've eaten a Tony Packo Dog on her shores in Toledo and skipped stones across the breaking waves near Edgewater Park outside Cleveland. This lake has provided so much to so many. I've drank wine and eaten hors d'oeuvre on a catamaran at sunset a mile or two from downtown Cleveland and ventured out before daylight from Geneva-on-the-Lake twenty five miles from Canada to catch a limit of walleye from a fishing charter. I've walked her frozen shores in Mentor as the ice shelves heaved onto the shore etching the sand while reshaping the shoreline and experienced the endless lake effect snows that buries the town of Chardon in late November, then camped on the shores at Presque Isle in the spring where you could see a lake perch grab your bait nearly thirty feet below the surface. The water that provides all the joy to so many while traveling over Niagara Falls into Lake Ontario never grows old, it's a very tranquil view no matter which shore you look over her...

I only go to La Stores when in La Mall if there is La Sale on. But this has nothing to do with…read morethat. This is a gorgeous lake that makes going to UB (North) that much more special. It also makes it more easy for the infamous UB Mafia to dump bodies. They better hope this lake never gets dragged. Or drugged. Or both perhaps. If the lake was drugged, I'm sure the UB Police would immediately arrest the lake, given how "tolerant" they aren't. Oh wait, they are the Mafia. OK then. Often used for graduation and gorgeous fireworks displays, this luscious lake is the most beautiful part of a pretty gorgeous campus and visually stunning area. This lake, alone, makes UB North one of the nicest rural-ish campuses I've been to in the country - and I've been to a lot. It's not huge, but then neither is your boyfriend, and you still seem to like him.

Wow. Who needs to go to DC when you have a beautiful Japanese garden in Buffalo. Really lovely…read moretrees and some parking in the lot. One thing, it has steps. Really difficult for the elderly if they can't walk well.

Very pretty area! We may have missed it, but it looked a lot smaller than we initially thought but…read moreagain we may have missed a section. There are not that many Japanese maple trees or maybe we were just too late in May. We went May 16 to see the full bloom, however, there were still some trees in bloom and it was very pretty and it smelled good. The area is well kept where the garden is but when you venture off into one side, it's a dark tunnel with spray paint all over. People were still running through it so I'm assuming it's a safe area. it's across the street from an art museum and the Japanese garden is a part of another history museum. Overall, I would say go because it is a pretty area with free parking, just missing a star because I thought it was going to be much larger with more history.

This is a beautiful little spot. It is usually not too crowded, although I am here earlier in the…read moreday. It's beautiful and the water is calming to look at. Great spot to walk around and enjoy some fresh air.

This is a really nice park tucked away behind some manufacturers. There is a large pond and sports…read morefields right when you pull in. There are lots of walking paths and plenty of parking.

A great place to go and rock climb while enjoying what nature has to offer. Over the years, there…read morehas been significantly more foot traffic, and as a result, more noise pollution and waste items have been popping up. I think that with more focus on an "all things in, all things out" approach, this area would be better for both bouldering enthusiast in addition nature fanatics alike!

Another vacation win- they have something here I have never seen- a nature trading post! You can…read moretrade rocks, crystals, fossils and such for their inventory or participate in a point based scavenger hunt, taking photos throughout the park, and redeem points for something in their inventory. I ma a huge rock hound, crystal nut- not just because my name is Crystal, I've loved picking up shiny rocks since I was a small child. Quartz and mica are two I remember finding often as a child. Here- they had a huge inventory of various raw and polished stones, fossils, animal bones and such. And that was just in the Nature Exchange! The park is wonderful too, plenty of trails to lead you down by the river, wonderful trees, great overlook viewpoints throughout. As part of the Niagra Parks system, they have bike trails too. We stopped here twice, once to explore and once for me to pop back in with my photos and pick out a raw piece of turquoise! A birthday win for me! Shout out to the young lady who talked to me in the morning, she wasn't there when I returned- and I am pretty sure the 2 young men thought I was crazy (I am), but they were all very helpful for this big kid out playing in nature!

Went to this park with my son and his two children under eight years of age (7 & 5). It was the…read moreperfect length to get through without hearing the children complain that they were tired of walking. This is such a beautiful park to enjoy a nice walk, jog, a bike ride or to go fishing (no spots to play sports of any kind here). There are a couple small grassy areas you can sit with a blanket and have a small picnic, eat lunch or bring your own lawn chair and enjoy a book. Plenty of benches to sit down, relax and enjoy the view of the water. In addition, the trees provide lots of shaded areas to appreciate as you walk through the paved trail on a hot summer day. Lastly, there are a lot of droppings from the geese (the children were stressing about avoiding it). I didn't see a playground during my walk but there is a very nice playground available for the children in front of the library that is located adjacent to the park entrance - you'll see it. I used my GPS to get here and parked at the courthouse parking lot, there was a path to where the trail starts - in my photos. Bring bug spray and sunblock in the summer and enjoy a stroll after a good meal. Rated this park four stars because I would probably only come back to take a walk if I'm already in the area but there's nothing here you absolutely have to see if you were visiting Buffalo. However, the park is beautiful and serene. If there was more to do or picnic tables for families to sit and eat, I would give it five stars.

Clean, small community park, located in heart of Amherst, behind the Amherst police station…read more Recently visited for a fire fly hike that was guided, by the NYS Parks Department; Catol Rodgers. Interesting facts learned on fireflies: they like leafy dark areas, eat slugs, and snails and really lite up the park. Paved trail, not very long, perfect for quick walk or hike to explore the many trees. Family, everyone friendly.

This review is only intended to review the playground at Delaware park…read more I took my little cousins to go to the playground here since it is within walking distance from their home. If you are not aware the playground is located behind the zoo opposite of the zoo parking lot. It's a smaller playground but it is great for younger kids. It's usually pretty busy which is nice so the kids can make friends and interact with each other. For being such a large park I do wish the playground was a little bigger. There is plenty of space for a larger park. Just something for the park association to consider!

The Park designed by Frederick Olmstesd is a must see.For the fitness finatic this park has…read moreeverything. You can golf, play tennis, basketball, rollar blade, walk or jog.Great for people watching or just walking your dog.Plus see the beautiful rose garden.Shakespere in the park in the summer is definitely a must,and i attend each performance. Plus you can witness the cherry blossom trees.Rent a boat or the flamingos and go exploring. You can picnic or grab a bite at the terrace at delaware park restaurant which has incredible food.The park is also popular for the Corporate Challenge and many marathons. Fun time for the whole family.

I love Hamburg Beach! It's $25 for residents permit for the year but well worth it for the…read morebeautiful sunset views with the city skyline and wind turbines off to the right. Many people gather at sunset do it creates a nice, family friend environment. There is plenty of space of recreational activities and ample parking.

We were traveling through the area and wanted to enjoy the local park and beach. These folks are…read morenot tourist friendly at all. There is no option for any general public parking at this one and only beach in this town. They will fine you $100 if you are not a local with a parking permit.

STAY AWAY!!! After…read morereading the other 1-star reviews, I can confidently say our experience was very similar. The behavior we encountered was confrontational, combative, and completely irrational. Without question, this was the worst customer service experience I have ever had. Staff was incapable of having a professional conversation and handled the situation in an extremely unprofessional manner. We were denied use of the pontoon boat for the day we had reserved. Rather than simply refunding that day, he abruptly canceled and refunded the remaining three days of our rental as well, then told us to leave. The entire interaction was completely unprovoked. I genuinely feel sorry for anyone who has to work under those conditions. The woman who initially helped us at the counter was kind and professional, and she appeared visibly shocked and uncomfortable with the way the staff was conducting himself and representing the business. If I were the owner, I would be deeply concerned about the quality of management and customer interactions taking place. Then again, business must be doing well if they can casually refund $1,600 and turn away paying customers without a second thought. Based on our experience, I would strongly recommend looking elsewhere.

great folks great place. Definitely a great place to camp. Right on the water very friendly bath…read morehouses were clean definitely will come back.

Took a walk down walkway toward Peace Bridge sorry still can't go past the bridge. the area was…read moretaken care of several fisherman doing their thing few people walking nice day for it

Well, I haven't been down here in years, lots of years! It has been reconfigured, more grass and…read morepicnic area, fewer parking spaces... the water is lovely and refreshing, the breakwall is still pleasant and walkable.... Today it was crowded, the Blue Angel squadron was at the outer harbor so it was a great view from here.. on a hot day, the breeze was everything! The ice cream/ snack shop serves Charlaps and is clean and very new looking! I didn't get any ice cream but it sure looked good as it walked past us in the hands of children of all ages! Very nice day at the park, go here if you like water and sunsets!