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Shoreline Trail

Buffalo to Tonawanda
  • 8 miles
  • 3 to 4 hours
  • 1 hour
  • Dog-friendly
  • Paved
Shoreline Trail West
East Erie Canalway Trail

Trail Overview

This 8-mile Empire State Trail section is a paved, off-road trail welcoming bicyclists and walkers of all abilities. The trail starts in north Buffalo at Hertel Avenue, just west of Interstate I-190. From there, the off-road path heads northeast to the City of Tonawanda, providing dramatic views of the Niagara River, which is the border with Canada. The Shoreline Trail section ends in the City of Tonawanda, at the western entrance to the Erie Canal. Street parking and visitor services are available in Buffalo and Tonawanda, and at a several waterfront parks along the 8-mile route.

Cycling Directions

Cue sheets provide step by step navigation instructions for cycling the trail in both directions.

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Trail Elevation

Gallery

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Wilson Centennial Park - Buffalo

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Buffalo Canalside

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Bike Rental at Canalside

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Erie Canal at Buffalo

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Canalside, Buffalo NY

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Buffalo Canalside Bike Ferry

Shoreline Trail - North of Buffalo
Shoreline Trail - North of Buffalo

Shoreline Trail - North of Buffalo

Shoreline Trail - Niagara River
Shoreline Trail - Niagara River

Shoreline Trail - Niagara River

Shoreline Trail - Tonawanda
Shoreline Trail - Tonawanda

Shoreline Trail - Tonawanda

Trail at Tonawanda Entrance
Trail at Tonawanda Entrance

Trail at Tonawanda Entrance

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Wilson Centennial Park - Buffalo

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Buffalo Canalside

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Bike Rental at Canalside

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Erie Canal at Buffalo

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Canalside, Buffalo NY

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Buffalo Canalside Bike Ferry

Shoreline Trail - North of Buffalo
Shoreline Trail - North of Buffalo

Shoreline Trail - North of Buffalo

Shoreline Trail - Niagara River
Shoreline Trail - Niagara River

Shoreline Trail - Niagara River

Shoreline Trail - Tonawanda
Shoreline Trail - Tonawanda

Shoreline Trail - Tonawanda

Trail at Tonawanda Entrance
Trail at Tonawanda Entrance

Trail at Tonawanda Entrance

Family Fun

Camping

Historic

Train Stations

Niagara Falls

Hotels/Motels & Resorts

Budget Inn

Located across the street from Sheridan Brighton Golf Course, this Tonawanda hotel is within a 10-minute drive of downtown Buffalo. Every guest room includes a microwave, refrigerator and free Wi-Fi. The Budget Inn features cable TV with a movie channel and free local calls in every air-conditioned guest room. Free on-site parking and a 24-hour front desk are available at the Budget. Niagara Falls is within a 20-minute drive of the Budget Inn, and the University at Buffalo North Campus is 8 miles away.

Super 8 Kenmore

The Super 8 Kenmore is conveniently located off I90 at Exit 53 at 1288 Sheridan Drive

Buffalo State and University of Buffalo are 5 minutes away. Downtown Buffalo is only 10 minutes away. Niagara Falls is less than 20 minutes away.

The Super 8 offers complimentary high speed internet access, local calls, Continental SuperStart Breakfast, and Free Parking. Bus, RV, and Truck parking is available.