Allegany, New York

The Town and Village of Allegany, NY are situated along the Allegheny River among the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York.

The Village with its newly renovated downtown area has many restaurants and bars in which to relax and many stores for shopping.  Within the Town there are several parks for play and many hills and forests for hiking and hunting, along with two challenging golf courses.  This setting is enhanced by the presence of St. Bonaventure University, a Franciscan Institution.

The Allegheny River Valley Trail, starting near St. Bonaventure University is a great place to go for a walk, roller blade or bike. Next to Allegany, is the City of Olean which offers many of the amenities of a larger metropolitan area.  In addition, the ski areas of Ellicottville, Allegany State Park and the Seneca  Allegany Casino and Hotel of Salamanca are only a 20 mile drive away.

The origin of the name Allegany is uncertain. It may have come from the name of a tribe called Allegewi that lived along the Allegheny River’s banks. It may also be based on an old Native American word meaning ‘lovely’ or ‘beautiful.’

Come to visit and stay in one the many new hotels while enjoying the many things to do or see.

http://www.allegany.org/

Places

Photo of outside of New Lantern Motel

The New Lantern Motel is recently renovated and has updated their rooms.  They offer DirecTV, FREE WIFI, complimentary coffee with a public coffee room, flat screen tvs, mini fridges, microwave in room, quality furnishings, 24-hour front desk assistance and even picnic tables if you want to enjoy nature!

Photo of their logo

Shamrock Found Farm & Stable was founded after the aspiration of a dream and the need to have a local horse farm where youth and adults can both enjoy the comforts and friendship of horses. Their wish is for everyone to see their highest potential, follow and be successful in all their endeavors.

What a view!

As you head out of Olean, South on Rt. 16 towards Knapp Creek, you will come upon a pull-over spot where you can see a spectacular view above the trees! 

Videos

  • Video of Creighster ice fishing and catching a big brook trout on Birch Run Ponds in Allegany, NY.
  • Whether coming off the big game season, enjoying winter sports, gearing up for spring fishing or looking to spend a fun day with family, everyone had fun at the 3rd annual Greater Olean Area Outdoor & Rec Sports Show. It brings the whole of the great outdoors under one roof!

Photos tagged as #EnchantedMountains or #EMFun. @emountains