Genesee River Alliance
Revitalizing the Genesee River
13 miles of the Genesee River pass through the City of Rochester, providing a vital recreational and ecological resource.
Genesee River Alliance, an initiative of Genesee Land Trust since 2019, develops partnerships and connections between New York State, the City of Rochester, neighbors, organizations, and businesses all along the river.
Our collection of 1-mile walks (mostly accessible for all abilities and ages) encourage people to explore and enjoy different sections of the river and learn about its history and ecology. We’re also a key stakeholder in river-related projects - especially High Falls State Park - and advocate for diverse voices being heard when planning projects, equitable community access, and environmental conservation.
Bridging Communities is July 26th, 2025
We’re taking over Driving Park Bridge again this summer for a free riverside celebration to connect Rochester residents with the Genesee River. Come for lunch, ROC City Circus, bounce house, face painting, music, games, bike raffle, and more!
Be the First to Know About River-Related Events & Activities
Some River-Related Projects We Support
One River - One Community - One Future
We want to hear from you
You are invited to help the Genesee River Alliance create a vibrant future for the river.
Please reach out to Helen Dumas, Senior Director of Programs & Community Engagement, at hdumas@geneseelandtrust.org or 585-256-2130 x130.
We would love to hear your thoughts, answer your questions and see your best Genesee River photos.
““The care of rivers is not a question of rivers but of the human heart.” ”
RIVER IN THE NEWS
VIDEOS
PARTNERs
Genesee River Through The Seasons
Photos by Nigel P. Kent, Mike Haugh, Ken Parulski, Jeanette Dumas, and Genesee Land Trust staff
Past Genesee River Alliance Events
