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Flattail Lake

Flattail Lake

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Flattail Lake

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Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve And Environmental Education Center

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Location: Cheektowaga, Erie County, New York, United States

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Sofía_Ibáñez

December 20, 2022

Hiking

The Flattail Lake is in the middle of the Reinstein Woods Nature Reserve. Surrounded by forests, it offers a beautiful scenary for hiking, especially in the autumn.

Matthew

August 30, 2023

Running

Flattail Lake is one of the highlights of the preserve. There are a number of ponds on the property, but a small spur trail brings you to this cool viewpoint that is probably the best view in the entire preserve. Even if you blow by the turn for this viewing spot, you'll get more views of the water as you run around the lake.

Jim Carlins

June 29, 2025

Hiking

Google Maps shows this place closed on Sundays. The Education Center is closed but the trails are open every day.

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History Trail

4.21km

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An easy 2.6-mile hike through Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve, featuring Flattail Lake and sections of the Lilly Pond Loop Trail.

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History and Beechtree Trail

3.29km

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Hike the easy 2.0-mile History and Beechtree Trail through mixed forests and wetlands, featuring ancient beech trees and interpretive signs.

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Flattail Lake – Lilly Pond Loop Trail loop from Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve And Environmental Education Center

2.45km

00:37

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 190 m

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Sunday 10 May

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Location: Cheektowaga, Erie County, New York, United States

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