Brockport: The First Empire State Trail Town
Known as the “Victorian Village on the Erie Canal,” Brockport was the first community along the Erie Canalway Trail to be officially designated an Empire State Trail Town. From its Main Street lined with quaint shops to the College at Brockport, State University of New York, the village is a great place to experience all that the Erie Canal and Canalway Trail have to offer.
Why visit Brockport?
- Brockport's pedestrian-friendly downtown of small shops and restaurants (many of which are certified Bike Friendly New York businesses) is listed on the National Register of Historic places. Marked by a large mural of the village, the Lift Bridge Book Shop regularly brings in visiting authors. The Strand Theater is the second-oldest movie theater in the U.S. and is still playing newly-released movies.
- The Village prides itself on its public art, its canalfront Welcome Center staffed by volunteers who greet boaters and Erie Canal cyclists, and its nine public parks.
- Notable festivals and events include:
- Low Bridge, High Water (June) - Festival at the Welcome Center celebrating the beginning of the canal season.
- Summer Serenades (Thursday evenings in July & August) - live music and acts at the Welcome Center.
- Brockport Farmers Market (Sundays throughout the summer) - Quality fresh foods and farm products from western Monroe County on Main Street between King and Market Streets.
- Brockport Arts Festival (August) - Over a hundred artists and crafts-people cover a wide variety of categories and styles on Main Street. Festivities also include food vendors, a winegarden, live music, and a Duck Derby on the canal.
- On the Canals excursions (throughout the year) - Past excursions have included adaptive kayak and bicycling, snowshoeing, and plein air painting. Check to see what's being offered!
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Visitor Information
MAIN STREET BRIDGE CLOSURE UPDATE: Brockport's Main Street Bridge is currently being replaced. The village's Main Street businesses can still be accessed most easily using the Park Ave bridge on the east side. Please dismount and use caution when traveling on the trail through the construction area. If you wish to travel through town without dismounting, the village has created a map with recommended detours.
- Parking and Trail Access Info
- Park in the Village of Brockport at the Welcome Center or other public parking lot (see map) and access the Erie Canalway Trail via the Park Avenue lift bridge
- Park in Corbett Park and access trail via Smith Street, north of lift bridge
- Park and access the trail at the Empire State Trail trailhead on the east side of Redman Road/NY-31, north of the canal
- Brockport Welcome Center (Open daily May - October, 12pm-6pm). The Brockport Welcome Center features information about the village, along with an information room featuring a computer, printer, and free wi-fi, an electric vehicle charging station and an adaptive kayak launch. Additional amenities include:
- Eleven bikes to borrow (8 adult and 3 children's) as well as helmets
- Two handicapped accessible bathrooms with showers
- Coin-operated laundry
- Overnight camping (with registration at the Welcome Center and a recommended donation of $5)
- Bike Fix-It Station
- Bikes to borrow (seven adult and three children’s bikes)
- Grills & picnic tables
- Dockside pedestals with potable water & electric (available and convenient for tent campers)
Trail Town Partners
Village of Brockport (127 Main Street) - (585) 637-5300
Brockport Welcome Center (11 Water Street) - (585) 637-1000
Walk! Bike! Brockport Community Action Group
SUNY Brockport (350 New Campus Drive) - (585) 395-2751
Bike Friendly New York Certified Businesses
Food & Drink | Retail Shop | Accommodations |
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Java Junction Coffee & Bakery 56 Main Street 585-637-9330 Café featuring coffee, sandwiches, baked goods, and more. | The Bike Zone 72 Main Street 585-637-9901 Full service bike shop. | Park Ave Bed & Breakfast 205 Park Ave (585) 766-3602 Charming B&B in historic 1851 hotel. |
Port Pockets & Deli 27 Main Street 585-431-3718 Deli featuring subs, soups, salads, port pockets, and ice cream in the summer. | Trader Shag's Emporium 84 Main Street 585-637-0720 New and used vinyl, CDs, DVDs, and more. | Other Businesses: Hart Gallery27 27 Market Street 585-749-5872 Art gallery featuring a new exhibit every month. |
Mark’s Pizzeria 121 Main Street 585-637-7230 Local chain pizzeria featuring sweet marinara sauce. | Lift Bridge Bookshop 45 Main Street 585-637-2260 Two floors of books and innovative toys. | Soulshine 40 Clinton Street, Suite 2 585-797-9417 Wellness studio with event space. |
The Red Bird Café & Gift Shop 25 Main Street 585-637-3340 Tea parlor and home decor. | Unique Gift Boutique 71 Main Street 585-637-9150 Variety of gift items. | |
The Rooster Pub and Pizza 34 Main Street (585) 391-3099 Pub with large dinning area and outside seating . | Bittersweet 41 Main Street 585-637-4774 Gift shop selling clothing, jewelry, accessories, and decoration. | |
Lagom Living 40 Main Street 585-281-9398 Unique shop with locally made and ethically sourced items | ||
Lightways Journey 7 Main Street (585) 281-8670 Stones and crystals, incense, jewelry, candles, and so much more. |