Park Details

Name:	Whirlpool State park
Address:	3180 Deveaux Woods Drive
	Niagara Falls
	New York
	14305
Phone:	716-284-5778
Fax:	716-284-4816
URL:	http://nysparks.state.ny.us/parks/info.asp?parkId=29

Category

• State park or recreation area managed by a state agency

General Description

Whirlpool State Park has two levels--the upper, or street level has many overlooks with spectacular views of the swirling waters of the rapids, the whirlpool and the Niagara River Escarpment. Visitors picnic and children use the playground at this level. The lower, or river level is accessible by walking the 300 feet of trails and steps that descend into the gorge. This level has several nature trails and access for fishing.

Accessibility Features

General Accessibility Features

• Accessible bathrooms
• Accessible viewing areas or outlooks
• Accessible trails
• Accessible picnic tables/areas
• Accessible playgrounds/children's play areas
• Accessible transportation within the park including tours

Amenities and Lodging

• No accessible amenities and lodging

Information and Interpretation Features

• Nature centers, visitor centers and/or museums that are accessible for people using mobility devices
• Interior exhibits with tactile opportunities (such as tactile maps, models and/or objects)
• A website in which accessibility information is included