Camps, Parks, Clubs & Exercise
(Things to do- 1-877-fun-in-ny)
Having fun is important! Sports, social clubs, school or church activities are just a few examples of ways you can meet new friends, learn new skills and have fun too. Doing new things can be scary sometimes but it gets easier once you get involved. There are places throughout the county that offer programs especially for young people. Some of them are listed here. Call and ask for more information. Check the location nearest you. If they don’t offer what you’re looking for, ask them if they know of someone who does.
Many churches have youth groups.
Call your local church for more information.
Ontario County Pathways
Ontario Pathways is a twenty five mile system comprised of 23.3 mile multi-use rails to trail with an additional three loop trails for another 1.7 miles of a hiking only trail. Located in Ontario County, the trail is open year round from dawn to dusk and is free to the general public to use. Our main trail is composed of two “legs” of abandoned railroad corridors, the Canandaigua leg from Canandaigua to Stanley and the Phelps leg from Stanley through Flint, Seneca Castle, Orleans and ending in Phelps. Each leg is approximately 11.5 miles. Our main trail is a multi-use, non-motorized trail open to hiking, bicycling, running, jogging, horseback riding, plus it caters to hobbies of birding, geo-caching, letterboxing and botanical walks. Winter months include snowshoeing and cross country skiing.
BLOOMFIELD
Wizard of Clay
Ancient people used earth, fire, and water to create beautiful as well as practical objects and vessels to ease and enrich their lives. Among the oldest artifacts we have are pieces of fired clay that have endured for thousands of years. At the Wizard of Clay we proudly carry on this tradition. We work to make each piece as functional as possible, providing its owner with the timeless beauty and joy that only an art object can.
7851 State Route 20A, Bloomfield, NY 14469
(585) 229-2980
CANANDAIGUA
Blue Heron Park
Parkside Drive & Fire Hall Road, Canandaigua, NY 14424
http://www.canandaiguanewyork.gov/
Bristol Harbor Resort
Golf and X-Country Skiing
5410 Seneca Point Road, Canandaigua, NY 14424
1 (800) 288-8248
Bristol Mountain Aerial Adventures
5589 South Hill Road, Canandaigua, NY 14424
(585) 374-1180
Bristol Mountain Resort
5662 State Route 64, Canandaigua, NY 14424
(585) 374-6000
http://www.bristolmountain.com/
Canandaigua RV&E Bike and Skate Shop
168 South Main Street, Canandaigua, NY 14424
(585) 393-5680
Canandaigua Sailboarding, Windsurfing, Kayaking Rentals
11 Lake Short Drive, Canandaigua, NY 14424
(585) 394-8150
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ontario County
A variety of training and activity programs are offered including 4-H programs and Bristol Hill Camp.
480 North Main Street, Canandaigua, NY 14424
(585) 394-3977 x435
http://cce.cornell.edu/ontario
Greater Canandaigua Civic Center
Ice Skating/Hockey
250 North Bloomfield Road, Canandaigua, NY 14424
(585) 396-7230
Greater Canandaigua Family YMCA
Swimming, basketball, before- and after-school child care, and a teen center.
32 N Main Street, Canandaigua, NY 14424
(585) 394-6866
Kershaw Park
Swimming
91 Lakeshore Drive, Canandaigua, NY 14424
McJannett Park
4820 State Route 21 South, Canandaigua, NY 14424
http://www.townofcanandaigua.org/parksrec.htm
Lagoon Park
Lagoon Park consists of 34 acres of wetlands with walking trails, bridges, and overlooks along the Canandaigua Outlet. Because the park is a wildlife preserve, pets are not permitted, even on leashes. Fishing is permitted and the park is open from 6:00 A.M. to Sunset.
190 Lakeshore Drive, Canandaigua, NY 14424
(585) 396-5000
Leonard R. Pierce Memorial Park
The park features a ball diamond, soccer field, sand volleyball court, swings, basketball backboard, and other playground equipment. There is also a scenic wooded area and a small stream. The park has two pavilions and rest room facilities. To reserve pavilions, please call (585) 394-1120 x2226.
5655 Goodale Road, Canandaigua, NY 14424
http://www.townofcanandaigua.org/parksrec.htm
Long Pier Ice Cream & Bicycle Rentals
47 Lakefront Drive, Geneva, NY 14456
(315) 781-2453
Onanda Park and Beach
4965 County Road 16, Canandaigua, NY 14424
http://www.townofcanandaigua.org/parksrec.htm
Roseland Bowl Family Fun Center
The 30,000 square foot facility boasts 34 Traditional Bowling Lanes, 8 VIP Bowling Lanes in a private setting, a full amusement Arcade, Laser Tag, Bumper Cars, Annie's Cafe, a Sports Bar, and more.
4357 Recreation Drive, Canandaigua, NY 14424
(585) 394-5050
Roseland Water Park
250 Eastern Boulevard, Canandaigua, NY 14424
(585) 396-2000
http://www.roselandwaterpark.com/
Richard P. Outhouse Park
Richard P. Outhouse Memorial Park offers a walking trail, fitness centers for individuals with disabilities and the senior population, a fun filled playground and a field for soccer, lacrosse and other activities. There is also a hall and pavilion that can be rented on a daily basis! This is a great venue for a birthday party, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, or family picnic and more!!
73 Buffalo Street, Canandaigua, NY 14424
(585) 394-1120
Salvation Army Youth Programs
Teens on Friday nights; also sponsor occasional roller blade events and dances. Pre-School, After-School, Summer Program (fee charged) and a Camp program serving various age groups.
110 Saltsonstall Street, PO Box 510, Canandaigua NY 14424
(585) 394-6968 or (585) 394-6047
Sonnenberg Gardens
Whether strolling through its flower-filled gardens, picnicking under its majestic trees or touring its magnificent mansion, Sonnenberg Gardens and Mansion State Historic Park is a very special place. The 50-acre estate is one of just two public gardens in all of the New York State Parks System. Serene Respite just blocks away from downtown Canandaigua, Sonnenberg is a gift to the community from Frederick Ferris and Mary Clark Thompson.
151 Charlotte Street, Canandaigua, NY 14424
(585) 394-4922 or (585) 396-7433
CLIFTON SPRINGS
5 Crane Street, Clifton Springs, NY 14432
Activities for families and children, including summer programs. No youth membership is charged.
(315) 462-6184
FARMINGTON
Mertensia Park
Mertensia Park is a great place for the family to spend some outdoor time together. The playground, open fields and courts for sports will a hit with the whole family. There is always something to do throughout all four seasons and the kids will have a blast sledding here in the winter!
1394 Mertensia Road, Farmington, NY 14425
(315) 986-5540
Pumpkin Hook Park
5856 Allen Padgham Road Farmington, NY 14425
http://www.townoffarmingtonny.com/recreation_department
Town Park
985 Hook Rd, Farmington, NY 14425
(315) 986-5540
GENEVA
Big Oaks Public Golf Course
33 Packwood Road, Geneva, NY 14456
(315) 789-9419
Boys and Girls Club Teen Center
160 Carter Road, Geneva, NY 14456
(315) 781-2345
http://www/bgcgeneva, org/
GENEVA
Epic Zone
EPIC Zone is a safe, welcoming gathering place for youth ages 12-17 years of age. We provide support for substance use reduction and encouragement to increase healthy choices for an optimum lifestyle. Open Monday-Saturday 3pm-8pm.
21 Worthington Avenue, Geneva, New York
(315) 325-4721
Geneva Bicycle Center
489 Exchange Street, Geneva, NY 14456
(315) 789-5922
Geneva Parks/Playgrounds
The City of Geneva Park system boasts of over 12 different parks, ranging from small pocket parks nestled in our local neighborhoods to an expansive lakefront park with several miles of walking trails along Seneca Lake. Parks which currently have playground components included: Gulvin, Neider, Lakefront, Jefferson, Brook St., Washington, Ridgewood and Richards Parks. Our passive parks are Pulteney Park, Genesee Park and BiCentennial Park. We also have Clark St. Fields which hosts softball and lacrosse games. Lakefront Park, situated along the shores of Seneca Lake has walking trails that start from the Community Lakefront Playground all the way down to Seneca Lake St. Park where it continues on through the park and onto the Canal Parkway System of trails. Lakefront parks recent renovations include a new pedestrian bridge, improved shoreline structures, a beautiful boardwalk, seawall seating areas and a desk that hangs over the shores.
http://cityofgenevany.com/parks-and-playgrounds/
Geneva Boxing Club
91 Castle Street, Geneva, NY 14456
(315) 781-1461
Geneva Housing Authority
The authority provides a variety of educational, recreational and related programs for the agency's tenants.
41 Lewis St., Geneva NY 14456
(315) 789-8010
http://www.genevahousingauthority.com
Provide recreational opportunities including swimming, gymnastics, leaders club, summer camps, after-school programs, sports leagues and wellness programs.
399 William Street, Geneva, NY 14456
(315) 789-1616
Geneva Salvation Army
Provides programming for youths and adults including volunteer and community service work and recreational activities.
PO Box 532, 41 North St., Geneva NY 14456
(315) 789-1055
Geneva Rec Complex
Various recreation classes, leagues and leisure activities.
666 Exchange Street, Geneva, NY 14456
(315) 789-2277
Roy’s Marina
Clarks Point, Geneva, NY 14456
(315) 789-3094
Seneca Lake State Park
Swimming, Splash Park, Hiking, Snow Shoeing
100 Waterloo Geneva Road, Geneva, NY 14456
(315) 789-2331
http://nysparks.com/park/125/details.aspx
Sunset Bowl
341 Border City Road
Waterloo, NY 13165
(315) 789-1622
HONEOYE
Sandy Bottom Beach
Swimming, Summer Camp
Honeoye, NY 14471
http://www.honeoyelakechamber.org/Visiting.html
Harriet Hollister Spenser Park
6775 Canadice Hill Road, Springwater, NY 14560
585‐335‐8111
http://nysparks.com/parks/164/details.aspx
NAPLES
Cummings Nature Center
Cumming Nature Center (CNC) is a dynamic environmental education facility that celebrates the unique landscape and culture of the Finger Lakes region through hands-on learning opportunities and thoughtful exhibits. It offers educational opportunities that are as diverse as our landscape. Programs range from wildflower walks over gentle terrain to immersive, inquiry-based environmental science education.
6472 Gulick Road, Naples, NY 14512
585‐374‐6160
http://www.rmsc.org/cumming‐nature‐center
Gannett Hill Park - Ontario County
The park has over 17 miles of multi-use trails, including the Bristol Branch of the Finger Lakes Trail. The trail walk from the west loop parking area to the overlook is “must do”
6475 Gannett Hill Park Dr, Naples, NY 14512
(585) 374-6250
Hunt Hollow Ski Trails
Cross‐country, snowshoe
7532 County Road 36, Naples, NY 14512
(585) 374‐5428
Reservoir Creek Golf
8613 State Route 21, South Naples, NY 14512
(585) 374‐8010
Wesley Hill Nature Preserve
Cross‐country/Snowshoeing Trails
Naples, NY 14512
(607) 275-9487
http://www.fllt.org/protected_lands/protected_lands1.php?id=31
PHELPS
Phelps Community Center
The Phelps Community Center is truly the heart of Phelps! We offer a large variety of programs, events, and activities for those of all ages
8 Banta St. Ste. 100, Phelps NY 14532
(315) 548-8484
SHORTSVILLE/MANCHESTER
Budd Park Park
This popular park, in the Village of Shortsville, features playground equipment, baseball diamonds, and basketball and tennis courts.
37 Water Street, Shortsville, NY 14548
(585) 289-6104
http://villageofshortsvilleny.us/parks.html
Jones-Blunt Park is located on the north side of Water Street, adjacent to the beautiful Canandaigua Lake Outlet. It is a great spot for fishing, hiking, and family picnics.
Water St, Shortsville, NY 14548
Lehigh Valley Railroad Historical Society
Housed in an old Shortsville train station, this museum (open once a month from spring to fall,) is full of artifacts from the heyday of the Lehigh Valley Railroad and the Black Diamond Express
8 East High Street, Shortsville, NY 14548
(585) 289-9149
Manchester Gateway Trail
This 1.5-mile trail invites pedestrians, bicyclists and, in winter, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing to enjoy the sights, sounds and tranquility of the Canandaigua Outlet.
8 Clifton Street, Manchester, NY 14504
(585) 289-4340
Manchester Family Park and Mike Griffin Memorial Park
Located on West Avenue in Manchester, these two parks offer summer programs, concerts, playground equipment and ball fields.
8 Clifton Street, PO Box 188, Manchester NY 14504
(585) 289-4340
VICTOR
Victor Hills East Golf Course
1397 Brace Road, Victor, NY 14564
(585) 924‐0700
Ganondagan State Historical Site
7000 County Road 41, Victor, NY 14564
(585) 924‐5848
Victor Hiking Trails
Cross‐country, snowshoe
http://www.victorny.org/index.aspx?NID=244
Victor Municipal Park
6680 Paparone Drive, Victor, NY 14564
(585) 742‐0140
Victor YMCA of Greater Rochester
The YMCA provides a variety of recreational activities for teens and middle school students.
200 High Street, Victor NY 14564
(585) 742-4940
