Independent Walks along the Genesee Riverway
Tour Blend has partnered with the Genesee River Alliance to create and promote a series of “Independent Walks” along the Genesee River corridor. Enjoy these audio guided walking tours while following recommended safety guidelines. Download our free Android or iPhone apps, or use our free Tour Blend web app on any mobile device. You can also download and print the two-page brochure for the tour.
Eco Loop at High Falls
On this narrated walking tour, along with sites of Rochester’s historic industrial development, you’ll enjoy amazing views of Rochester’s High Falls. Select the “EcoLoop Walking Tour” in the Tour Blend app or download the two-page brochure: Independent Walk – Eco loop.
Lower Falls Tour
This narrated walking tour takes you past a spectacular 110’ waterfall and over a hydro power station, and includes Kelsey’s Landing, a National Underground Railroad Network site. Select the “Lower Falls Walking Tour” in the Tour Blend app or download the two-page brochure: Independent Walk – Lower Falls.
Downtown Riverfront Tour
This narrated walking tour begins at Corn Hill Landing Park and heads north along the river trail. You’ll cross several historic bridges, including the aqueduct which once carried the Erie Canal over the Genesee River. Select the “Downtown Riverfront Walking Tour” in the Tour Blend app or download the two-page brochure: Independent Walk – Downtown Riverfront Walk
Genesee River South Loop Tour
This narrated walking tour begins near the Ford Street Bridge, and continues along the west bank to a civil war camp and historic railroad bridge. It returns back along the east bank, along a former “Feeder Canal”. Select the “Genesee River South Loop” tour in the Tour Blend app, or download the two-page brochure: Independent Walk – Genesee River South Loop.
Charlotte & Port of Rochester Loop Tour
This narrated walking tour begins at Lake Ontario Park, and follows the west bank of the Genesee River from Lake Ontario to the O’Rorke Lift Bridge. It then loops back along Lake avenue, with a final stop at Abbott’s Ice Cream. Select the “Charlotte & Port of Rochester” tour in the Tour Blend app, or download the two-page brochure: Independent Walk – Charlotte
Lower Genesee Loops Tour
This narrated walking tour is arranged in two loops, which begin and end at Upper Maplewood Park. Following the first loop, you’ll enjoy wonderful views of the Genesee River as you cross a pedestrian bridge and return over the Veterans Memorial Bridge. On the second, shorter loop, you’ll learn about early Rochester settlements and the history of Kodak. Select the “Lower Genesee Loops” tour in the Tour Blend app, or download the two-page brochure: Independent Walk – Lower Genesee Loops
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