Press Release
October 14, 2025
Trail Connector Complete at Big Six Mile Creek Marina
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (State Parks) has opened a new multi-use trail that connects Big Six Marina with the West River Parkway Shoreline Trail and the Niagara River.The .4-mile trail will allow users to navigate between the
marina and the popular Shoreline trail and provides access to the Niagara River
for fishing. The newly completed project also includes benches, signs, fencing,
solar power lighting and plantings. Funding for the $328,389 project was
provided by Sen. Sean Ryan and New York State Parks, and work was completed by
Ground Breaking Solutions, LLC from East Aurora.
Niagara Region Director Mark Mistretta said "This
is a prime example of a project that will help get people out into nature and
connected to the amazing Niagara River. Fresh
air and exercise is great way to mentally recharge and unplug and there are few
places in Western New York as beautiful as the West River Shoreline Trail and
the Niagara River."
State
Senator Sean Ryan (D-Buffalo) said
"Western New York's waterways are our region's greatest natural asset, and I'm
always looking for ways to expand public access to them. This new trail will
make it easier for residents and visitors to enjoy the Niagara River, whether
they're walking, biking, or fishing. It also helps strengthen Grand Island as a
destination for outdoor recreation. I'm proud to support projects like this
that improve quality of life, connect people to nature, and showcase everything
our region has to offer."
The
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation oversees
more than 250 parks, historic sites, recreational trails, golf courses, boat
launches and more, and welcomes over 88 million visitors annually. For more
information on any of these recreation areas, visit parks.ny.gov, download the free NY State
Parks Explorer app or call 518.474.0456. Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, the OPRHP Blog or via the OPRHP
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