New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
10/14/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/14/2025 15:20
Trail Connector Complete at Big Six Mile Creek Marina
October 14, 2025
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 Newsroom.
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