Buffalo Outer Harbor

I’m surprised I have not yet reviewed this terrific outdoor space.
This space goes from the Coast Guard Station (think lighthouse) to the end of the various marinas.
Its long (runs along Furhman Blvd).
Well maintained, both mowed and shoveled depending on the season.
Has a bike path, that is smooth and not full of holes.
Has a walking path, same as the bike one, and you do have to be mindful, but its wide and has easy walking.
Has reasonable parking all along the way.
Has a Nature Preserve in it. Right by the Coast Guard Station is a nature preserve.
Has beaches where you can swim or paddleboard, or just catch the rays.
Has a few different marinas along the way, and a few boat launch places as well.
Has a concert venue in the summertime.
Has terrific views over the water.
Just near Tifft Farm entrance.
Its been developed over the past decade or so into a terrific outdoor space for everyone. Families, athletes, picnickers, boaters etc. Any weekend in the summer its bustling with people doing all sorts of things. Some birdwatchers in the Nature Preserve. Families at the sculpture garden. Sunbathers along the way. Concert goers. Runners. In the winter its truly a «winter wonderland» after the snow falls.
Most cities don’t have water access like Buffalo. The reclaiming of it for public use makes the city even better. Except for the concerts and marinas, everything down here is free to use and access.

I have been to the inner harbor many times but today ventured to the other side, the outer harbor. What a gem and what a waste. Come on City of Buffalo leadres, get off your ass and do something with this space!!! As I was walking down the mile or so path all I could envision was a beach, erosion to the land protected by the breakwall. Bars, restraunts, amusements, the possibilities are endless, there is SO MUCH UNUSED space there! Go to Chicago, look at their navy pier and come back and do something with this. They did put a nice little park there by a small beach, and two or three picnic tables but thats it, nothing really to attract anyone.

Great venue for the summer concert series. Easy to park on Fuhrmann Boulevard or in the lot for $ 10.00. They sell tickets to buy food and beverages. The food trucks that were there also take tickets only for the shows. Big open field ensures you get the full audio wherever you are. Be prepared to stand for the whole show though.

Beware! The parking situation for concerts is completely ridiculous. We arrived about an hour before the Black Keys were about to go on and had to walk about 2 miles — I clocked it with my Nike app. Approximately a half hour each way with no bathrooms along the way — good luck elderly.
Next time I would take the inner harbor ferry which leaves from the outer harbor or bring bikes to ride from your car.

Although Unilocal lists this as a «music venue,» that is somewhat misleading. This whole area has so much to offer for walkers, runners, bikers, picnic-​goers, families. It’s beautiful with a breathtaking view of Lake Erie, downtown Buffalo and the wind turbines. There is a nature preserve (and no, I’m not talking about Tift), a couple manmade beaches, benches, boardwalks and access to the coast guard station and Buffalo’s beautiful, historic lighthouse.
I would love to see some very small businesses scattered throughout. A seasonal ice cream hut, another restaurant/​bar (I am not a huge fan of Dug’s Dive but it’s better than nothing). It is also not easily accessible from downtown if you are on bike. By car, just take the Skyway to Furhmann Blvd.
I’m excited to see all the development down here!