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To make a shelter reservation, please choose one of the following options

Prices in effect January 1, 2009

Park Data

Location:
Niagara Falls Blvd. & Ellicott Creek Rd. | Tonawanda, NY 14150

Reservations:
Picnic site reservations call (716) 858-8355
For enclosed shelter/building reservations call 858-8355 from 8:00 to 3:30 weekdays or click here to fill out an electronic request

Facilities:
Baseball, Fishing, Friendship Center, Handicap Facilities, Lakes/Ponds, Picnic Facilities, Skiing - X-Country, Sledding, Softball, Tennis
Click here for detailed information on shelters

  

History

The Park originated in 1926 with an area of 40 acres of land. The majority of the original park was acquired through the purchasing of private land and County tax foreclosures (1936 & 1937). As with the other three original parks WPA crews built structural construction. The WPA structures included the Boathouse & concession stand (1939), shelters, recreation facilities, and the boat dock. Ellicott Island, A.K.A Island at "three mile bend" was constructed to make the creek more navigable and divert canal traffic. Charles Ellicott, a Landscape Architect, heavily influenced the island in the design process. The spur in development in the late 30's through the 40's created the peak popularity with boaters and families.

Park Features

Ellicott Creek offers a wide variety of activities. We can walk along the creek banks or roller blade and bicycle along the paved trails. We can cross over the footbridge to Ellicott Island or enjoy a family reunion at our casino.

Park Facilities

Activities:

Click here to submit a reservation request electronically