Rider Reviews & Trail Travelers

Each year, thousands of riders pedal a portion of the Erie Canalway Trail. Many take a short trek for daily exercise; others plan a vacation, cycling through the canal's small towns, visiting artisan shops, unique restaurants and quaint inns and B&Bs along the way. History buffs retrace America's longest man-made waterway.

Others cycle the entire trail, fulfilling a dream of crossing the great state of New York on two wheels. For many, it is part of a longer journey across the United States. No matter how many miles you travel, there are always new adventures to discover.

To find out what others are saying about cycling the Erie Canalway, visit Trip Advisor or read the stories below to see what trail travelers have to share.

Frank

This gentleman "Frank" was riding the Erie Canal Towpath west through the state: "Montana or Bust". He was kind enough to have his photo taken by Chris O'Neil who was out for her bicycle ride too. ~ At Kirkville N.Y.

Brother & Sister

Germany

It was on his sister's bucket list to cycle the Erie Canalway Trail from end to end, so he accompanied her all the way from Germany as a 60th birthday present.

Hunter and Andrew

Poughkeepsie, New York and Austin, Texas

Andrew is from Poughkeepsie and was headed to Minneapolis. Hunter, from Austin, TX, was cycling a circuitous route from Texas through New York along the Canalway Trail and then back out west to San Francisco.

Leana

CAPETOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

Seven years ago, Leana Niemand set out to bike around the world. To date, she's been to 62 countries - including time on the Erie Canalway Trail. Find out what this South Africa native learned during the ride across New York State.

20th Anniversary Ride

Fairport, New York

This group from Fairport is celebrating 20 years of riding the trail together.