Washington Grove/Cobbs Hill Park Hike, Rochester - Sunday May 25, 2025 @ 2:00 pm EDT (43.1400, -77.5700)
Our hike this Sunday, May 25th will be at Washington Grove/Cobbs Hill Park. This urban wilderness hike highlights one of the highest points in Rochester, where you’ll find the area’s best view of the city skyline! The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Washington Grove, located just east of the Cobb’s Hill Reservoir, is a peaceful undeveloped 100-acre sanctuary filled with large oaks and wildlife in the heart of the city. Prepare for an immersive experience among the old growth trees and experience it’s wisdom. To learn more, check out Friends of Washington Grove https://friendsofwashingtongrove.org/
Social:
Please join us afterwards at Adelita’s Mexican Cocina & Tequila at 3349 Monroe Avenue, Rochester, NY 14618 (Pittsford Plaza-former Applebee’s Restaurant) for food and refreshment. https://www.adelitascocina.com/
Directions:
From Interstate 590 North, take the Highland Avenue exit. Turn left at the end of the ramp. Drive on Highland Avenue past Winton Road, Cobbs Hill Drive, and Highland Heights. The next right is the road to Cobbs Hill Reservoir (unnamed street). Turn right and drive up the hill to the reservoir. Park on the side nearest the radio tower and look for the Washington Grove sign.