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scottwdw
Nov-02-2007, 12:53 PM
William Pryor Letchworth gifted 1,000 acres to New York State in 1907. These acres represent some of the most picturesque in the US. Coined the "Grand Canyon of the East", Letchworth features a deep gorge cut by the Genesee River, three waterfalls and miles of hiking trails. The original Glen Iris Inn, where Mr. Letchworth hosted US presidents and other influential dignitaries, is now a restaurant and popular inn for guests of the park. The park is about 35 miles south of Rochester, NY.

I can not hope to show you the magnificent beauty of the park in just a few photographs. All these were taken on October 20, 2007, as the leaves finally came out.

Upper Falls
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Middle Falls
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Lower Falls
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Overlooking Middle Falls from an east side trail. Notice no railings.
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The 2007 Fall Explosion of Color
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50th anniversary rededication plaque in front of the Glen Iris Inn overlooking Middle Falls.
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Glen Iris Inn at night. Open seasonally from late March to early November.
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rkw624
Nov-02-2007, 01:58 PM
Great series. My wife and I have been there many times. These photos make us want to go back for a visit soon. Maybe this weekend!
Ann McRae
Nov-03-2007, 12:03 AM
Lovely park. What beautiful fall colors!

ann
jdmphoto
Nov-04-2007, 07:04 PM
Very nice photos, I like #2 the most. Beautiful falls and fall colors.:clap
SitterS
Nov-04-2007, 09:21 PM
What an absolutely beautiful place. Thanks for sharing:thumb

Shane
CapturedByGrace
Nov-05-2007, 07:00 AM
Beautiful pics and colors.
scottwdw
Nov-05-2007, 07:15 AM
Thanks everyone! It really is one amazing place. The colors where not there a few days before, they just suddenly turned about two days before these photos were taken. I can't wait to return in other seasons to see how this natural wonder changes throughout the year.
Tessa HD
Nov-05-2007, 10:25 AM
i'm glad you posted these - beautiful! i too have been there a few times and i ditto your sentiments! it's been numerous years since i've seen it. time to go back!
mANVIL
Nov-07-2007, 07:30 AM
That place looks amazing. I'll add it to my list!
colfragless
Nov-07-2007, 07:48 AM
Thx For sharing those Amazing Pix.... they Look truly breath taking..... ~Sparky~
altyfc
Nov-08-2007, 01:26 AM
#2 and #5 for me. Those colours in the trees are stunning. Looks like you were there at exactly the right time of year.