State lands along the North Country / Link Trail that run from Canastota towards Cazenovia, along an old rail-bed. On this trail you will explore a fairly deep gorge where the Canastota Creek runs, and walk past the old Canastota Reservoir. Most of the trail runs along an old railroad bed, providing a nice leisurely stroll, with views of the gorge below.
The initial purpose behind establishing the Link Trail was to provide a connection between the Finger Lakes Trail (FLT) and the Old Erie Canal Trail. Situated to the east of Syracuse, NY, the Link Trail traverses Madison County in a north-south direction. Presently, the trail spans 40.3 miles; however, certain segments are still in the process of being developed. It's worth noting that this distance incorporates some stretches along roads, excluding a 2.1-mile segment that leads to a dead end.
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Old jars probably stacked up on a stump for shooting from the old farm dump along the rail trail.
Taken on Saturday November 7, 2020 at Canastota-Cazenovia State Trailway.
Scenic area looking down towards Chittenago Falls.
Taken on Saturday November 7, 2020 at Canastota-Cazenovia State Trailway.