Top Trails:
• Gorge Trail: By far the most popular and scenic, this 7-mile trail runs along the rim and passes all three main waterfalls—Upper, Middle, and Lower Falls—while connecting famous overlooks like Inspiration Point and Tea Table. You can start at various points and enjoy even a short segment for great views.
• Finger Lakes Trail: This longer, 24-mile trail follows the park’s eastern edge and is ideal for more experienced hikers or those seeking less-traveled paths.
Notable Overlooks:
• Inspiration Point: Panoramic views of Middle Falls, Upper Falls, and the Genesee Arch Bridge.
• Archery Field: Exceptional perspective of the ‘Big Bend’ of the gorge.
• Great Bend: A dramatic vantage point over the park’s deepest gorge section.
• Tea Table: A popular picnic spot with breathtaking canyon views north of Wolf Creek.
For visitors with limited time, walking part of the Gorge Trail—especially near Middle and Upper Falls—and stopping at Inspiration Point showcase the park’s signature scenery in just a short visit.