Genesee Valley Park, Rochester, NY
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MrsMcFly
N 43° 06.809 W 077° 38.340
18T E 285290 N 4776797
Genesee Valley Park is dominated by three intersecting waterways, Red Creek, the New York State Barge Canal and the Genesee River.
Waymark Code: WM300F
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 01/18/2008
Views: 83
Rochester is one of four cities in the nation that can boast and entire park system designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. In 1888, Rochester's Board of Park Commissioners selected Olmstead to design a network of parks and parkways for the city. Olmstead encouraged the Commissioners to set aside large amounts of open space, wanting to focus on the Genesee River. Genesee Valley Park was designed in Olmstead's "pastoral" style, featuring gently rolling terrian along the river, south of downtown. It is one of three parks designed by Olmstead, the other two being Highland Park and Seneca Park. Genesee Valley Park has much to offer, there are hiking trails, as well as access to trails along the river and canal. The park includes two 18 hole golf courses, baseball diamonds, soccer fields, a cricket pitch and many shelters available to rent.
Type of Public Space: Park
Job Number: 01102
Architect: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
There are no specific visit requirements, however telling about your visit is strongly encouraged. Additional photos of the park to add to the gallery are also nice, but not required. Pictures with a GPS or you in them is highly discouraged.