Where to Stay for the Eclipse
Stay in the Enchanted Mountains for the Total Solar Eclipse!
The Lime Lake Snack Bar is located on the north-west side of Lime Lake has many great treats for the family.
(Seasonal, May-September)
Machias
The Town of Machias is an interior town in the northeast quadrant of the county. It is northeast of the city of Salamanca.
The Town of Machias was first settled around 1813 and was established in 1827 from the Town of Yorkshire. In 1847, Machias was increased by additional territory from the Town of Yorkshire. Machias received its name from Maine settlers.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 41.1 square miles, of which, 40.6 square miles of it is land and 0.5 square miles of it (1.24%) is water.
New York State Route 16 intersects New York State Route 242 at Machias village.
Ischua Creek flows past the south part of Machias village.
A popular stop in Machias is Lime Lake.
Learn more about Machias, NY.
Places in Machias
Total Solar Eclipse
Have you made plans for the Total Solar Eclipse yet? If not, you better because IT’S A BIG DEAL!
Come view this once in a lifetime opportunity in the Enchanted Mountains, away from the city lights.
The Magic of First Snow
There's something undeniably special about the first snow of the season. It’s as if nature herself is hitting the reset button, blanketing the world in a fresh layer of white.
Summer at the Stone House- Ron Cary
Presentation on "18th Century Tavern Music Volume II"
Summer at the Stone House- Jeanette Sheliga
Presentation on "Within the Cemetery Gates."
Summer at the Stone House- David Ruch
Presentation on "Music of the Adirondacks."
Summer at the Stone House- Amanda Woomer
Presentation on "More Haunted WNY."
Summer at the Stone House- Linda Hunter
A quilting presentation called "Playing with Pre-Cuts."
Summer at the Stone House- Allen Hopkins
Presentation on "Civil War Music."
Something Scrolled Wood Art
Gift shop offering a variety of unique items.
Machias Outdoors
A store for those that love the outdoors with an indoor archery range.
Lime Lake Snack Bar
The Lime Lake Snack Bar is located on the north-west side of Lime Lake has many great treats for the family.
(Seasonal, May-September)
Lime Lake
A small lake located in Machias, NY right next to Route 16.
Free Fishing Day in NY!
The NYS Dept of Environmental Conservation is hosting a FREE fishing day on February 17-18, June 29-30, September 28, and November 11th. There’s no fishing license required on those days for the fresh or marine waters of New York State, making it the opportune time for people of all ages to learn and enjoy the day. We especially encourage those with more experience to bring along the young people in your life to show them the value of patience, the anticipation of the bite and the exhilaration of the catch!
Family Day at the Cattaraugus County Museum
Take the whole family to celebrate the interesting history of Cattaraugus County!
Enchanted Mountains Map
Take a gander at the Enchanted Mountains Visitors' Map, which is our "at a glance" map of Cattaraugus County in Western New York.
Note: Most of the roads are labelled.
Enchanted Mountains Activities Guide
The Enchanted Mountains magazine (Activities Guide) is the official Activities Guide for Cattaraugus County in Western New York State!
Download our Enchanted Mountains Activities Guide.
The guide will give you a great overview of everything the Enchanted Mountains has to offer! You can also request to have one mailed to you for free!
Douglas Steffenhagen Maple Products
Maple products.
Cattaraugus County Visitors' Map
Maps of some places, points of interest and more in the Enchanted Mountains (Cattaraugus County).
Cattaraugus County Historical Museum
Stop by and see the latest display!
2024 Route 16 Yard Sale
43 miles of garage sales all along route 16.