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Erie Canalway Trail

Utica to Frankfort
  • 11 miles
  • 4 to 6 hours
  • 1 to 1 hour, 30 minutes
  • Dog-friendly
  • Paved
Erie Canalway Trail West
East Erie Canalway Trail

Trail Overview

This 11-mile Empire State Trail segment has two distinct parts: A) The trail starts in Utica at a trailhead parking area off North Genesee St, on the north side of the city. The first 3.5 miles heading east from Utica is a new off-road trail providing stunning views of the Erie Canal. This new paved trail welcomes bicyclists and walkers of all abilities. B) The 3.5-mile off-road trail along the Erie Canal ends at Dyke Road. The remaining 7.5 miles east to the Village of Frankfort is an on-road bicycle route, designated on the shoulders of Southside Road. This section is intended for experienced bicyclists, comfortable riding next to vehicle traffic. The on-road section ends one mile east of the Village of Frankfort, where a new section of off-road trail starts at the intersection of Route 5S and Acme Rd. Visitor services are available in Utica and Frankfort (there are no other services along the trail).

Cycling Directions

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

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Trail Elevation

Gallery

Zagster Bike Share - Utica
Zagster Bike Share - Utica

Zagster Bike Share - Utica

EST in Utica
EST in Utica

EST in Utica

Trail East of Utica in Winter
Trail East of Utica in Winter

Trail East of Utica in Winter

Zagster Bike Share - Utica
Zagster Bike Share - Utica

Zagster Bike Share - Utica

EST in Utica
EST in Utica

EST in Utica

Trail East of Utica in Winter
Trail East of Utica in Winter

Trail East of Utica in Winter

Family Fun

Train Stations

Utica

Hotels/Motels & Resorts

Happy Journey Motel

17 rooms located off I-90 Exit 31 near downtown Utica, restaurants and attractions. Happy Journey Motel aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year. Close to St. Joseph & St. Patrick Church (1.5 mi), a popular Utica landmark, Happy Journey Hotel is a great destination for tourists. Happy Journey Motel offers guests an array of room amenities including air conditioning, a refrigerator, and a desk, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available. The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and room service to make your visit even more pleasant. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to secured parking. While in Utica be sure to experience local fish and chips favorites at Ocean Blue Restaurant and Oyster Bar.

Rest Inn

Rooms: 20 Amenities: Complimentary Continental Breakfast, free local telephone calls, King-Size bedded rooms, pet-friendly lodging facility, discounts for truckers, seniors, and government employees, special group rates available.