The Rochester area offers many beautiful parks. And there’s nothing more invigorating than a nice walk outdoors but if you’re pushing a baby stroller through a gravel pathway it can become a chore. Here are our top five parks that offer paved pathways for your enjoyment.

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High Falls Brown’s Race DistrictCommunications Bureau, City of Rochester

There’s nothing more invigorating than a nice walk in the park but if you’re pushing a baby stroller through a gravel pathway it can become a chore. Here are some parks in the Rochester area that offer paved pathways for your enjoyment.

Babies enjoy stroller rides and the opportunity to explore the world. Parents enjoy the exercise and many babies sleep more soundly after a stroller ride outdoors. So, put on your walking shoes and enjoy the great outdoors right here in Rochester. 

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  MLK Park at Manhattan Square

  353 Court St., Rochester, New York 14607

  This beautiful downtown park has undergone extensive renovation in recent years. The colorful playground provides a water spray park, benches, picnic tables and the paved walkways are perfect for strollers.

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  High Falls Brown’s Race District
  Communications Bureau, City of Rochester

  High Falls District

  81 Browns Race, Rochester, New York 14614

  585-287-5560 ext. 22

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  The Pont De Rennes bridge is located in the Brown’s Race Historic District at the base of the High Falls where it spans the Genesee River. The bridge provides unobstructed views of the High Falls and downstream gorge and offers a scenic stroller-friendly walk.

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  Seneca Park

  2222 St. Paul Street, Rochester, New York 14621

  753-7275

  Website

  Seneca Park provides three picnic shelters, the newly renovated Wegman Lodge, playgrounds, scenic views of the Genesee River gorge, hiking trails, open fields and large pond with a paved walking path.

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  Highland Park

  1440 South Ave., Rochester, New York 14620

  Highland Park offers seasonal events, a sunken garden, a reservoir and the restored Lamberton Conservatory as well as paved walking paths that wind through wooded areas.

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  Port of Rochester

  1000 North River St, Rochester, New York 14612

  428-5990

  Website

  The Port of Rochester is located on Lake Ontario where the Genesee River meets the lake, about 9 miles north of downtown Rochester. The Port of Rochester offers a variety of paved walking areas and wonderful scenic views.