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| Corbett's Glen Nature Park |
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Brighton, Monroe County Maps - Google Map, Google Earth, Multi GPS - Falls 1: (N 43.74787 W 77.31137) Falls 2: (N 43.12974 W 77.51980) Falls 3 "Postcard Falls": (N 43.13012 W 77.51854) Directions - Take I490 to exit 23 and head east on Linden Avenue. Make the first left turn onto Glen Rd. Follow Glen Rd. left. You will see signs designating a section of Glen Rd. for Corbett's Glen parking. |
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Information Number of falls: 3 Size/Types: an 6' cascade just after the tunnel, then a 4' cascade and Postcard Falls which is a 6' cascade. Best time to visit: Year round. Flow: Medium to high Waterway: Allen's Creek Time: 15 minutes |
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| Accessibility Seasons/Hours: Open year-round. Park is open from dawn to dusk. Parking: Roadside parking in the designated parking area on Glen Rd (6 cars). Admission: Free. Handicap accessibility: Yes, to the first falls. Pets: Allowed (on leash). Accommodations: None. No restrooms, no trash cans. Please do not leave trash at this site. |
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| Description Once a private park, Corbett's Glen was such a premiere attraction for the Rochester area, its peaceful setting is immortalized in postcards and in the memories of the locals. The glen, though threatened by development, is an oasis of natural beauty, surrounded by concrete foundations and paved roads. When you first enter the park from the dark railroad tunnel, you'll quickly realize this park is something special. 73 acres of wetlands, old growth forest and beautiful meadows surround Allen's Creek, providing a haven for birds and local wildlife. Visitors often spot deer, foxes, minks, possums and wild turkeys as well as over 100 species of birds. Allen's Creek's cool waters are are home to spawning salmon, rainbow trout and a variety of reptiles and amphibians. Once could spend a whole day in the park just spotting wildlife. The Corbett's Glen neighborhood is friendly and appreciative of the park. If it weren't for the neighborhood and support from the Genesee Valley Land Trust, we may not have Corbett's Glen Today. The town of Brighton's plans for adjacent development are an immediate danger to the health of this isolated ecosystem. If you would like to join the movement to help protect this Monroe County treasure, please support the ACCGPG. |
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| History An important Iroquois trail passed through the valley, making the glen and important stopover for travelers. Historical documents show that the area was an important hunting and burial ground as well as a trading center when Rochester was still a wild frontier. In the 1800's settlers built many mills and dam across Allen's Creek, beginning an era of development that now threatens the health of the glen. Patrick Corbett, a farmer who once owned the glen in the late 1890's, early 1900's, charged visitors to picnic along the banks of creek. The notoriety and income that he received for owning this special property, encouraged its preservation. |
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| Trails
Difficulty: Easy Markings: Markings define boundaries of the park. From the parking area, head downhill towards the train tunnel. Walk through the tunnel and on the other end you will find the first of the falls and signage welcoming you to the park. Follow the trail adjacent to Allen's Creek to the other two falls. |
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miss... Migratory birds will use Corbett's Glen as a stop-over, you will find many species using the creek to refresh along the way. The railroad bridge was constructed using stone from the bedrock of the glen. The house you see as you walk into the glen from the tunnel is the former home of Patrick Corbett, a farmer who once owned the glen in the late 1890's through the early 1900's, charged visitors to picnic along the banks of creek. It is now a private residence, please respect the owner's privacy and property. Parson's Powder Mill, exploded in 1863, leaving behind a crater long the bank of the creek. Look for it as you walk the trail along the creek. |
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| Contact Brighton Parks and Recreation Department (585) 784-5260 The Genesee Land Trust 585-256-2130 gmills@geneseelandtrust.org |
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