Mendon Ponds Park Is Best Fairy Trail Near Buffalo

As Buffalonians, we already know just how magical New York’s second-largest city is, but we also know that there are plenty of other noteworthy destinations that make up the amazing western half of this state. The next time you’re hoping to explore some place new in a neighboring county, make the scenic drive out to Mendon Ponds Park to discover why the Birdsong Trail is the most magical hike you can take in Western New York.

Hidden away inside Monroe County’s largest park, there’s a short but truly magical trail that’s just begging to be explored.

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While Mendon Ponds Park may be made up of over 20 miles of nature trails and 2,500 acres, there’s nothing quite like going for an outdoor adventure along the Birdsong Trail.

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Like something out of a dream, the Birdsong Fairy Trail was unveiled back in the spring of 2019 and is just one of the many things that make this park so special.

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Those who are intrigued enough to hike out along the Birdsong Trail will get to look for more than 20 different fairy homes. It’s true!

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An exceptionally magical outing that’s less than 80 miles away from Buffalo, you’ll have so much fun being able to find all of the different fairy homes and doors that have been set up along this trail.

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Great for explorers of all ages, you’ll see everything from vibrantly colored fairy doors…

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…and quirky little signs to miniature homes and ladders where fairies go for strolls themselves!

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Yes, it’s also true that you’ll find more magical creatures besides fairies along the way.

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If you’re in need of a little magic in your life, make the trip out to Mendon Ponds Park and see if you can find all the fairy homes that make up the Birdsong Fairy Trail.

Monroe County Parks Department/Facebook To learn more about the Birdsong Trail and visiting Mendon Ponds Park, click here.

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Address: Mendon Ponds Park, 95 Douglas Rd, Honeoye Falls, NY 14472, USA

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To learn more about the Birdsong Trail and visiting Mendon Ponds Park, click here.