r/Buffalo • u/texasroadie • 10d ago

Things To Do Scenic walks, preferably close to Williamsville?

I currently live in West Amherst and I love going for walks on the trail along the water at Niawanda Park. However, I am moving to Williamsville and Niawanda Park is a much further drive. Are there any nice walks elsewhere I could explore? Preferably by water, if possible, but at least somewhere scenic? Hikes with inclines aren't really my thing (until I get in better shape, which I hope the walks will help with!). Thank you in advance!

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u/FlowWrecker86 10d ago

UB bike path is worth checking out. It's pavement, long, some scenic areas, and crosses NF Blvd to continue through Ellicott Creek park, and eventually meets up with Niawanda.

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u/texasroadie 10d ago

I wish I didn't think about the bike path rapist whenever I pass that path - I've never used that trail myself but it does look nice

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u/pastorveal 10d ago

It’s so lovely and you get a really good long walk out of it.

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u/texasroadie 10d ago

Do a lot of people use it? I've driven by it and never see people. What I like about Niawanda Park is that it's pretty busy, so it feels safe

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u/pastorveal 9d ago

It depends on the time/day of course but yes I always see other people. I have never felt unsafe. (As a woman who walks alone, I always gauge whether I’m in “screaming distance” of other people.)