Mount Morris Overlook

The trail is located within Letchworth State Park. You can find parking at the main Mount Morris Dam Overlook, which serves as a convenient trailhead for this route.

Yes, the trail is dog-friendly! Please ensure your dog is kept on a leash at all times and that you clean up after them to maintain the trail's cleanliness for everyone.

While enjoyable year-round, the colder seasons, particularly when leaves have fallen, offer clearer and less obstructed views of the Mount Morris Dam from downriver. However, the main overlook provides sweeping views regardless of the season.

The Mount Morris Overlook trail is located within Letchworth State Park. Standard park entrance fees may apply, but there are no specific permits required for hiking this trail.

You can expect stunning vistas of the Genesee River, the impressive Mount Morris Dam, and the dramatic Letchworth Gorge. There are two main viewpoints: one at about 0.7 miles offering a direct view of the dam from downriver, and the main Mount Morris Dam Overlook at 1.55 miles, providing sweeping views into the gorge and of the dam below.

The trail generally features a quiet forest setting with areas of old-growth trees. There's an initial uphill gain, followed by some undulations. The return journey is mostly downhill, contributing to its easy rating.

The primary notable feature is the Mount Morris Dam itself, an engineering marvel built for flood mitigation. You'll also find a path at 3.15 miles leading to a bridge over the Genesee River, offering a different perspective of the waterway.

Yes, the Mount Morris Overlook trail provides access to the Highbanks Trail (Trail #20), which is marked with green blazes.

Yes, seasonal restrooms are available at the Mount Morris Dam Overlook, which is a key point along the trail.

Absolutely! The Mount Morris Overlook trail is classified as an easy hike, making it suitable for a wide range of visitors, including beginners and families.

Yes, at around 0.75 miles, hikers have the option to take a small loop. Additionally, on the return journey, there's a shortcut available if you wish to vary your path slightly.