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.

Alex

Lockport, New York

One of our trail ambassadors met Alex on the trail near Poolsbrook. Seeing the luggage on the back of his bike, he asked if he was going far. "Sort of", Alex said. He was going to a wedding in Albany and would stay with friends for a few days. When asked how he would get back, he said, "Well, after Albany I'm riding to Virginia, then North Carolina. It's a 1,000 miler." So yes, Alex is "going far"!

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.

Amy

Buffalo, New York

Sports writer, Amy Moritz joined the 2014 Cycling the Erie Canal Annual Bike Tour. She described it as " an amazing experience and one of the most memorable adventures I’ve been on."

Kerry and Jeanna

Crystal City, Florida

This couple drove up from Florida to Buffalo to cycle the Erie Canalway Trail. When we caught up witht hem they were riding from Buffalo to Palmyra. They are riding as many trails in the U.S. as they can.

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.