Parks & Trails
In the fall of 2004, the Town of Victor and Victor Hiking Trails, Inc. received a grant from the Ken Lou Foundation for the development of a multi-use trail system in our community.
To date, we have designed and constructed several miles of new, multi-use trails in Dryer Road Park suitable for hiking, running, mountain biking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
In the summer of 2005, we completed construction on a trail gateway and kiosk for the park. Our Dryer Road Trail Map is available for download (see download section at the right) and at the kiosk located at the entrance to the park. The trails are marked and designated by varying skill levels.
Our Waiver and Responsibility Guidelines are also available for download and printing here, and forms are available at the park entrance.
Everyone using the trails is required to complete the waiver and leave it in the designated folder at the entrance to the park.
For more information on Victor trails, check out the Victor Mountain Biking Club site.
In 2007 the Town Board adopted the updated 2007 Parks & Recreation Master Plan which is available in pdf format. It is 101 pages in length and requires Adobe Acrobat Reader to open. The software is free and available on the Adobe website.
Nature is spectacular: Get outside!
Thank you, John G. Turner and Henry M. Hansen for donating 57 acres of land for recreational and park land use. Thank you, Robert Butler, for donating 40 acres of land for an experimental bluebird feeding area. Our children's children thank you.
PARKS INFORMATION
Lehigh Crossing Park
Lehigh Crossing Park is located off of Victor-Mendon Road (State Route 251) near Cork Road and Route 96. This 54 - acre park plays host to several miles of multi-use trails and features a recently constructed ten vehicle parking area and gazebo. With woods, wetlands and ponds located within this passive park, numerous birds, waterfowl and critters find this park an exceptional place to call home. Bring binoculars!.
Fishers Park
Located in the hamlet of Fishers, this 93 acre park is a diversity of passive and active recreation opportunities. Visitors can see a multitude of wildlife from deer, squirrels, and other woodland creatures to waterfowl and trout that spawn in the spring. Two tennis courts are available for the tennis players in your family. The extensive trail system is a great place to hike. Trails meander through the park across wooded ridges, through wetland areas, and along the banks of Irondequoit Creek. New acreage off Old Dutch Road provides you with many new trails with beautiful vistas. The extensive trail system is a great place to hike, snowshoe or cross-country ski.
Dryer Road Park
This 132 - acre park is the site of athletic fields and a box sports rink. There is a multi-age playground for children, year-round restrooms facilities, and a picnic shelter, which is available for casual use or reservation. There are 15 miles of multi-use trails for a variety of skill levels and abilities. Please sign in at the trailhead kiosk and pick-up a trail map prior to setting out to explore the trails. On the web at www.mygroc.com .
Maryfrances Bluebird Haven
Located on Victor-Egypt Road (County Road 9), across from the Valentown Road intersection, this living classroom has an emphasis on preservation and restoration of New York State’s official bird, the Bluebird. A one - mile trail looped trail traverses the property through open fields and woods. This trail enables park visitors to see bluebirds in their natural habitat. Recently renovated Butler Cottage is available for family gatherings, parties or business meetings. For reservations, please contact the Department of Parks and Recreation at (585) 742-0140.
Lehigh Valley Trail
This newly improved trail has a stonedust surface, which is suitable for hiking, running, biking, snowshoeing and cross country skiing. The Town’s portion of the former Lehigh Valley Railroad corridor is approximately two miles in length and travels from the Auburn Trail Connection at Phillips Road to the Victor-Mendon town line. There are convenient parking areas located at road crossings. The Town and Victor Hiking Trails completed construction of a pedestrian and bicycle bridge on the former Lehigh Valley Railroad trestle at Phillips Road in November 2007. This new feature will enable trail users to enter the rear of Lehigh Crossing Park and enjoy its many recreational opportunities.
Auburn Trail
The Town received Transportation Enhancement Program (TEP) grants totaling $2.3 million dollars for the design and construction of this multi-use trail. Construction is slated to continue through 2011. Project activities include: stonedust surfacing of the entire trail, restoring a stone arch culvert in Fishers, providing way finding and interpretive signage along the trail, establishing several parking areas, constructing plazas at key interest points and providing literature about the trail.
Boughton Park
Located in the Town of East Bloomfield, Boughton Park is owned by Victor, East Bloomfield, and West Bloomfield. Run by an independent Board of Directors with representation from all three towns, the park covers 330 acres with 56 acres of ponds. Permits for the park can be obtained at Victor Town Clerks office, 85 East Main Street. Please bring proof of residency. The permits are free to Victor Residents. Boughton Park Brochure with map.
Victor Municipal Park
In the fall of 2006, the Town and Village adopted a master plan for this 47 - acre park to include amenities such as a children’s playground, enclosed lodge, picnic shelter, nature trails, boardwalks over wetlands and a fishing pond. Construction began in 2007 with the initial phases of infrastructure improvements including an entrance road, drainage structures, trails, a parking area and pond. Future park amenities also include a bandshell, year-round restrooms, volleyball and bocce courts. Park opening slated for Spring 2010.
Birthday Parties - or what ever the occasion rent a
room at Victor Parks & Recreation for your party,
call 742-0140.
FACILITY RENTALS
Are you looking for a place to hold a party or business
meeting? All reservations must be made in person at
the Parks and Recreation Office at 1290 Blossom
Drive. Please contact us with any questions 742-0140.
| LOCATION |
CAPACITY |
FEE |
| Maryfrances Bluebird Haven Cottage |
45 |
$50 half day |
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$100 full day |
| Dryer Road Park Pavillion |
50 |
$40 full day |
| Parks & Recreation Office: |
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| Large Multipurpose |
105 |
$18 per hour |
| Medium Multipurpose |
45 |
$14 per hour |
| Small Group Instruction |
30 |
$12 per hour |
| Kitchen |
20 |
$12 per hour |
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