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| Heavy rains in April produce raging waterfalls and power waterways. It's a very different experience visiting in April and again in August when some have dried to a mere trickle. |
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| 22 Places to Visit After Heavy Rains | |
Watch raging torrents flow over their banks and brinks after heavy rains for a spectacular, multi-sensory experience. Behold the power of water!
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| Channing H Philbrick Park | |
As Irondequoit Creek passes through Channing H Philbrick Park in Penfield, it drops 90 feet giving us the cascades that make this park so special.
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| Taughannock Falls State Park | |
Taughannock Falls is one of the most accessible waterfalls in our park system. You can even walk in the creek and play in the tiny cascades along the gorge.
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| In May, Mother Nature ramps up production of flowers, bushes, & trees. We also get to partake in some of our favorite flower-centric festivals! |
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| 33 House & Garden Tours | |
Every year there are dozens of opportunities around Rochester to walk through grand and historic homes, and meticulously manicured garden spaces.
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| 40 Public Gardens | |
Enjoy a peaceful afternoon at one of these arboretums, labyrinths, estate gardens, or botanical gardens, all within a 2-hour drive of Rochester.
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| Highland Park | |
Highland Park was designed to be enjoyed year-round. Every pathway, every tree, every vista & every relationship between the land & water is intentional. And there is so much more to Highland than the lilacs, though they are extraordinary!
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| 32 Monroe County Libraries | |
Signing up for a free library card gives you access to all 32 Monroe County libraries. The Monroe Country Library System comprises town & village locations, Rochester Public Library branch locations, and the Central Library.
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| 45 Trails Around Rochester That Are Not Just a Walk in the Park | |
Here are a few less populated, rustic, or unusual trails around Rochester that will inspire you to take a hike.
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| 43 New York State Parks Within a 2-hour Drive of Rochester, NY | |
Venture into one of these New York State Parks within a 2-hour drive of Rochester and discover what makes them each unique!
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| 30 Day Trips within 30 Minutes of Rochester | |
Sometimes you just need a spontaneous adventure or quick getaway to refresh your day. Try one of these day trips within 30 minutes of Rochester next time someone says, "I'm bored!"
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We're always researching new ideas for your next Rochester day trip! Planning your weekend? Feeling spontaneous? Guests visiting from out-of-town? Filter our day trips by drive-time, direction, or season, and check out our maps & guides for inspiration!
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Do you have an idea for a day trip you'd like to recommend, or a question about one on our site? Contact us today!
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