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Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth

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Address
1 Letchworth State Park
Castile, NY 14427
Latitude 42.592739
Longitude -78.034711

The Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth State Park opened in June 2016 and offers year-round environmental education opportunities for school groups, scouts, youth organizations, and the general public. Programming at the center focuses on the main topics of interest around the park, including geology, wildlife and botany. The building is open Thursday - Monday 10:00AM - 5:00PM. The building is closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays November 1 - April 30. Open daily 10:00AM - 5:00PM, May 1 - October 31.

The Humphrey Nature Center houses many interactive exhibits that especially highlight the plants and animals, geology and river ecology of Letchworth State Park. A video through the gorge during each of the four seasons plays on a loop on the face of a large reconstruction of the gorge wall. There is also large classroom/meeting space in the building.

Outside the Humphrey Nature Center you will find an outdoor classroom, butterfly garden, a bird observation station, and sustainable features such as solar panels and a cistern for collecting rainwater. There are trails that leave from the center that bring visitors to different points of interest such as Trout Pond, Inspiration Point Overlook and patches of old growth forest.

For more information about the Humphrey Nature Center, please give us a call at (585) 493-3680.

2025 Genesee Region Environmental Education Brochure

Hours of Operation

  • The building is open Daily 10:00AM - 5:00PM, May 1 - October 31.
    The building is open Thursday to Monday 10:00AM - 5:00PM, November 1 - April 28.
  • Thanksgiving Day--CLOSED
Sat 31 May
EXPLORE LETCHWORTH: Mt. Morris Dam and the Other Dam in Mt. Morris
Saturday, May 31, 2025 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
A series of nature walks aimed to immerse participants into the diversity of habitats that can be found in Letchworth State Park. A there-and-back hike connecting the two dams in Mt. Morris. Meet at North Highbanks Trailhead (#20) (42.739438, -77.882138). (4 miles)
Sun 01 Jun
R.B.A Bird Tour
Sunday, June 1, 2025 05:30 AM - 03:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Carpool through the park on the east or west sides of the river, visiting many different habitats that will enable observers to locate over 75 species of birds. Co-sponsored by the Rochester Birding Association. Meet at Mt. Morris Dam Snack Bar.
Mon 02 Jun
KNEE-HIGH NATURALISTS: Fast Seeds!
Monday, June 2, 2025 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
(585) 493-3680

The Knee-High Naturalists program is designed to allow children ages 3-6 to explore the natural world. Themes change with each program, and activities include storybook reading, crafts, and a short nature walk. Space is limited, registration required by calling 585-493-3680. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. (onsite)
Registration: Required
Wed 04 Jun
CANYON VIEWS: Upper to Lower Falls
Wednesday, June 4, 2025 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
For those who enjoy the demand of a longer hike, we will explore two of the park's longest trails as we hike along the three canyons of Letchworth State Park. Will carpool. Enjoy views of the three main waterfalls of the Portage Canyon. Meet at Lower Falls Restaurant Parking Area. (3+ miles)
Wed 04 Jun
HOME ECOLOGIST: Caterpillar Gardening (Basic)
Wednesday, June 4, 2025 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Humphrey Nature Center at Letchworth
Home Ecologists is an outing series designed for homeschool students. If you want a "butterfly garden," you really need a caterpillar garden! Learn the basics of why many caterpillars only eat specific plants and how you can create a better nursery for baby butterflies at home. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. (1 mile or less)