Whirlpool State Park, State park in Niagara County, New York, US
The 109-acre park features multiple viewing platforms overlooking the Niagara River Whirlpool and rapids from both upper and lower observation levels.
The park, established in 1928, preserves a section of the Niagara Gorge formed through glacial activity and natural erosion over thousands of years.
The park contains a natural history room displaying fossil specimens of ancient marine life, including corals, mollusks, and fish remnants from prehistoric times.
Visitors can access hiking trails, picnic areas, and a playground from dawn to dusk, with a stone staircase connecting the upper park to the gorge level.
The water in the Niagara Whirlpool flows counter-clockwise at high water levels, creating a natural vortex where the river makes a sharp directional turn.
Location: Niagara County
Operator: New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
Phone: +17162844691
Website: https://parks.ny.gov/parks/whirlpool/details.aspx
GPS coordinates: 43.11700,-79.06100
Latest update: May 13, 2025 14:13
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