Harris Hill Amusement Park has something for everyone! The park was started in 1947 with Shetland Ponies. Since then it has grown to over 27 acres of fun in the sun. We have something for all ages including Go-Karts, Batting Cages, Miniature Golf, Pony Rides, Driving Range, six Kiddie Rides, Arcade and Concession Area. Check out our Penny Press Machine where you can even "press" an image of Mark Twain, who summered in Elmira, New York for more than twenty years, during which time he penned many of his literary classics. In addition, we are surrounded by a beautiful, wooded county picnic area, ...


557 Harris Hill Road, Elmira, NY 14903

Nature preserve covering 793 acres with 7 miles of trails.At the Steege Hill Nature Preserve, there are miles of trails to walk and abundant wildlife to observe. NATURAL HISTORYHundreds of millions of years ago, this land was part of the Great Catskill Delta Plain. More recently, glaciers gouged their way over the flat landscape. Rushing water over the past 10,000 years has further changed the landscape, carving numerous glens and ravines on its way to the Chemung River. Visitors should be aware of the presence of timber rattlesnakes on the preserve, an endangered species in New York. ...


Steege Hill Rd, Big Flats, NY 14814

Enjoying the tranquility of Newtown Battlefield or hiking the newly refurbished trails, you may meet travelers from all over the United States, Canada and Europe who are making this Upstate New York setting their 'home base' while discovering the treasures of the area.


455 Oneida Rd., Elmira, NY 14901

Named as one of “Six Best Sites in New York for Fall Foliage” by AAA New York’s Car & Travel, Tanglewood is a “must” stop for those looking to experience fall’s best! The 7 trails over 462 acres provide a range of hiking opportunities for all ability levels and a chance to experience an abundant of wildlife up close. More ambitious hikers may want to try the Mark Twain Trail, which provides a hike along Frenchman’s Bluff and unforgettable views of the Chemung River Valley — the same views that inspired Twain himself as he wrote his classics in Elmira!


443 Coleman Avenue, Elmira, NY 14903

The Catherine Valley Trail currently offers 9 miles of multi-use trail (hiking, biking & cross country skiing), and when completed will span 12 miles and connect Watkins Glen State Park and Mark Twain State Park in the Southern Tier of New York State. Most of the trail is on portions of abandoned Northern Central Railroad and Chemung Canal towpath corridors in New York's Finger Lakes region. The trail spans Schuyler and Chemung counties, passing through the communities of Watkins Glen, Montour Falls, Millport, and Pine Valley to Horseheads. There are two RonTec restrooms (composting) ...


3 Burth Hill Road, Millport, NY 14864

Take a Leaf Peeping River Float Fall is a beautiful time to enjoy the Chemung River in Mark Twain Country. The trees are ablaze with colors reflecting off the water. The temperatures are comfortable. The mosquitoes and gnats are long gone. The crisp fragrances of autumn combine with the sights and sounds of wildlife to make for a gorgeous float and a commune with nature. One of the best ways to enjoy that scenery is from a canoe or kayak lazily floating along the 45-mile Chemung River. The river flows by farmlands, steep shale cliffs, forests, meadows and several towns and cities. The river ...


111 N Main St., Elmira, NY 14901

The 604-acre Maple Hill State Forest provides opportunities for rustic experiences due to its limited amount of development. Today, Maple Hill and all state forests in New York are managed for multiple benefits to serve the needs of the people of New York. Sustainable management practices will ensure a perpetual supply of timber, a diversity of wildlife habitats, compatible recreational opportunities and clean water.


Pryne Road, Chemung, NY 14825

Hill Top offers the only place on earth where you can dine while overlooking the very same views that inspired Mark Twain while he penned such classics as The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and Adventures of Tom Sawyer at his summer home just up the road! This regional favorite is known for its world-class service, quality food and friendly environment. Opens at 5:00 Monday-Saturday, from March through December.


171 Jerusalem Hill Road, Elmira, NY 14901-9954