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One of the most unique attractions in Western New York awaits you at Hidden Valley Animal Adventure! Nestled in the hills of Wyoming County, 45 minutes from Buffalo, N.Y. and 25 minutes from Batavia, N.Y.  Take a guided safari bus or self-drive thru tour through this 60+ acre animal park that includes an up close and personal experience to view and feed exotic animals such as camels, zebra, llama, emu, bison, and more. More than 350 animals and 42 species. Leave time to visit the Small Animal Adventure, gift shop, and Trailside Grill before you leave. Great fun for all ages! Safari tours run May-October (early season weekends only, peak season daily). Check operating hours.

Tours run 10:30am - 3:30pm. Park grounds are open 10am - 5pm on operating days.

• Limited safari-bus tour seating
• Group tours available
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Our beautiful timber-framed lodge is also a great setting for weddings, banquets, and corporate events.

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Hidden Valley Animal Adventure

The adventure is closer than you think! Escape the ordinary, and take a ride on the wild side at Hidden Valley Animal Adventure. Get up close and personal with some of the world’s most exotic animals in a breathtaking setting. It’s an experience you won’t soon forget. Hidden Valley Animal Adventure is a Wild Game Safari Park located in Varysburg, NY offering guests an up close and personal interactive experience with exotic animals. The 63 acre park is home to over 350 animals representing 42 different species from around the globe. Guests take a 55 minute guided safari bus or self-drive thru tour through the park where they get a chance to see and feed the animals to include camels, zebra, bison, water buffalo, emus, ostriches and many more. Hidden Valley Animal Adventure is truly a special experience for the whole family. Wild Game Safari Tours run May–October. Our Trailside Grill is open during operating hours for casual fare. The Lodge at Hidden Valley is also the perfect place for weddings, banquets, meetings, receptions and private events. Just about an hour from Niagara Falls, Hidden Valley Animal Adventure is one of the most unique attractions in the Northeast.

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Hidden Valley Animal Adventure 2887 Royce Road Varysburg, New York 14167

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Located in Varysburg, New York, we have created a special place for you to  escape to the wild – Hidden Valley Animal Adventure. Nestled in the hills of Wyoming County, you will be treated to breathtaking views as you take a guided tour on an open-air safari bus, or drive-through experience in the comfort of your own vehicle, through this 60+ acre animal park that includes an up close and personal experience to view and feed exotic animals such as camels, zebra, llama, emu, bison, and more. The park is home to more than 350 animals and 35 species .  Great fun for all ages! Leave time to visit the Small Animal Adventure, gift shop, and Trailside Grill. Just down the road, but far from normal, this adventure is closer than you think. Safari tours run May – October. 

Hidden Valley’s two-story timber frame lodge is also home to a banquet facility and overnight accommodations.

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Create memories as you experience the beautiful landscape and warm hospitality of The Lodge at Hidden Valley. The beautiful two-story timber frame lodge is available for banquets, weddings, special occasions, and conferences. 

The Lodge is placed on sixty rustic acres, with upscale accommodations and amenities in a luxurious country setting. Our banquet hall can accommodate up to 200 seated guests with a full complement of culinary services. Additionally, the grounds offer picturesque outdoor seating and a gazebo overlooking the lake.

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Enjoy a casual lunch or snack during park hours at the Trailside Grill. Featuring all the great standards as well as newly discovered favorites like bison burgers. We have something for the whole family.

Hidden Valley offers year-round accommodations for travelers whether tourist, snowmobiler, hunter, or business traveler. We have two rooms with a private entrance located at the lower level of The Lodge. Your stay includes a free continental breakfast and daily housekeeping. Each room is decorated with authentic Amish-made furniture adding to the country charm. Room features include heat, air conditioning, complimentary WiFi, 24” flat screen TV with remote control, mini fridge, iron, and Radio/Alarm clock.

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Hidden Valley Animal Adventure

• 2887 Royce Rd
• Varysburg, NY 14167
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Close encounters of the wild! Hidden Valley Animal Adventure located between the major cities of Buffalo and Rochester and close to major attractions such as Letchworth State Park, Darien Lake, and Niagara Falls. Get up close with exotic animals as you drive through this wild park. There is also a small animal adventure petting zoo where you can meet & greet with a variety of animals! Wild Game Safari Park Tours are also available. From kids to adults, you will have a memorable trip and a great experience. The timber frame building houses concessions and a gift shop for you and your family to enjoy & explore.

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DESCRIPTION: Our timber frame Lodge Event and Banquet Room is a multi-use facility able to host groups comfortably either for a terrific lunch or dinner gathering (with the help of our full kitchen and Chef) along with or without our Safari Tour. A terrific location to get away from "it all."

LARGESTROOM: 250.00

NUMROOMS: 2

BANQUET: 150

SLEEPINGROOMS: 2

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Rate: $$ - Moderate

# of Sleeping Rooms/Suites: 2

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Group Limit: 201 +

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Tour Length: 1-2 hours

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Cuisine Type: American

Restaurant Welcomes Motorcoach Groups of 20 + ppl

Hidden Valley Animal Adventure is a four season destination that is centrally located between the major cities of Buffalo and Rochester and close to major attractions such as Letchworth State Park, Darien Lake, and Niagara Falls. Hidden Valley Animal Adventure makes a great destination for the day or you can spend the night in one of our Guest Rooms that are complete with a rustic theme.

Our Wild Game Safari Park Tours and sleigh rides are great for people of all ages, from kids to adults we assure that you will have a memorable trip and a great experience.

Our timber frame building houses two restaurants The Lodge at Hidden Valley and The Trailside Grill where you can grab a bite to eat. The Lodge at Hidden Valley is also an exquisite venue for both ceremonies and receptions, and is sure to make your event even more memorable. Start your reception with a cocktail hour on the beautiful terrace that overlooks our lake with elegant white swans, black swans, ducks, and geese.

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Hidden Valley Animal Adventure makes a great destination for a memorable day with the family in New York!

Over 300 animal animals from 40 different exotic species call the park home. It's a great place for kids to experience creatures from across the globe, get up close to them AND learn all about them!

Ready to escape into the wild next family day out?

Just 45 minutes from Buffalo, Hidden Valley Animal Adventure gives you incredible creatures in a natural setting, with unusual dining experiences, and even a guided trolley tour through the whopping 60 acres of animal park!

The animal park tours are great for people of all ages, from kids to adults, and with over 2 miles of trails to enjoy, you know you will have unexpected sights at every turn! 

Some of the animals at the park include wildebeest, emu, bison, ostrich, camels, zebra, and lots more. You might get to see some of your favorites, and even find some new ones!

These safari tours are THE way to learn all about the creatures. The knowlegable guide can fill you all in on the history of the park, as well as answer any questions you may have. There are bio-facts of all the animals too, so kids can get a deeper understanding of them, and how they are cared for.

Don't worry, the tour stops along the way so there are plenty of chances to take those photos! 

Think Hidden Valley Animal Adventure is just the one tour? Think again! Over winter, you can experience a magical sleigh ride on a 14 person sleigh, pulled by the park's majestic team of Belgian horses. They are pretty special!

You don't have to go to Africa to enjoy a safari - just head to Hidden Valley Animal Adventure!

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Adults $15 Self-Drive Safari / $21 Guided Safari

Children Ages 2 to 11: $12 Self-Drive Safari / $16 Guided Safari

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Discount Seniors $13.50 for self-drive, $19 for Guided Safari

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The animals are really cared for in the park, as they are the top priority. You know they have a happy and safe home!

I’m Hungry! Can I get food at Hidden Valley Animal Adventure?

There are two restaurants with seasonally inspired foods, and a grill (open May to Oct). A great way to continue the amazing experience at the park!. You can book safari and dinner pacakges!

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Call for the hours from Nov to April.

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The park offers a unique field trip experience! They can interact with the animals, and really learn invaluable things. There are group discounts, and the small animal adventure gives them the chance for an even closer look

Does Hidden Valley Animal Adventure have healthy eating or Vegan options?

There are healthy options on the menu for you

Is Hidden Valley Animal Adventure fully accessible?

Speak to staff about any special needs you might have - they will be happy to help!

Any additonal information?

The Small Animal Adventure is $5 without the Safari Tour. Season passes available.

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“ The trolley tours include admission to the small animal petting zoo, so another reason I prefer the trolley tour. ” in 9 reviews

“ At the conclusion of our tram ride, we headed for the Trailside Grill for Sealtest Ice Cream. ” in 2 reviews

“ I bought a cup of feed on the way in ($1) and was immediately greeted by donkeys who wanted to love me forever! ” in 4 reviews

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Nestled in the hills of Wyoming County, New York, you will be treated to breathtaking views as you take a guided tour on an open-air safari bus, or drive-through experience in the comfort of your own vehicle, through this 60+ acre animal park that includes an up close and personal experience to view and feed exotic animals such as camels, zebra, llama, emu, bison, and more. More than 350 animals and 42 species. Leave time to visit the Small Animal Adventure, gift shop, and Trailside Grill before you leave. Great fun for all ages! Safari tours run May-October. Check the website for days of operation. Purchase tickets online or at the gate. Limited bus tour seating. To reserve ahead book online. Our beautiful timber-framed lodge is also a great setting for weddings, banquets, and corporate events. …

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Hi! Sounds like most of the park is on a trolley... do I need to bring a stroller for my 2 and 5 year old do you think? Thank you!

The main attraction is the tour on our vehicles. With your ticket comes admission to our small animal adventure area. The only place where the stroller might be handy is getting from our lot to the gift shop where you purchase tickets. Most folks… more

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The location is clean, spacious, and the animals seem happy to be there. The tour was informative, fun, and all the animals seemed well taken care of. Everyone gets a bucket of feed to give to the animals on the tour and the tour itself does not feel rushed and is a blast. We will be bringing our family with us next time.

First time patron. Came with my kids.overall we did have fun. We really did. I knew the risk of driving my own vehicle through the park. I was willing to risk some scratches and dents for such a cool experience. I wasn't however, expecting my vehicle to be impaled by the horn of a buffalo. Its horn literally got stuck and it shook my entire van trying to get free, scared the crap out of my kids. This is going to be an extremely expensive fix. I strongly urge patrons to take the safari bus and not risk the damage to your own car. This experience alone will deter me from going again or recommending it to anyone. Also, steer clear of the restaurant. The food was all over cooked, soggy fries. Very overpriced. Like $12 for the saddest, thinnest beef patty I've ever seen and it was so over cooked that my son was choking just trying to chew.

Buffalo impaled my van.

An invitation to a corporate event gave us an opportunity to spend the day at Hidden Valley Animal Adventure. This family-friendly event included a guided tour of the extensive animal park, ice cream in the Trailside Grill and admission to the walk-through petting zoo. We were welcomed aboard the sturdy safari tram...open air converted school bus by the most genial tour guide and set off across the animal park with our cups of animal chow. Children and adults listened to our host cite the safety instructions (similar to pre-flight safety speech) and we rumbled out across the landscape. As we crossed the escape proof metal bridge and entered the fenced compound, I began expecting a Jurassic Park type tour. Velociraptors did not scamper before us, rather a herd of docile bison circled our vehicle looking for handouts. The kids were suitably excited to see nursing calves and moms within arms length from the tram. The tour guide engaged the sightseers with corny dad jokes, interesting facts, and amusing quizzes to keep us entertained. At no time during this experience did I wish it were over, because the tour was very well designed to introduce new species around every turn in the road. At the conclusion of our tram ride, we headed for the Trailside Grill for Sealtest Ice Cream. We were fascinated by the luxury timbered facility which contains many interesting taxidermy displays. Window walls give a view of the beautiful pond and rolling lawns. Many a bride and groom have posed before the waterfalls on their special day! We wrapped up our visit to the walk-through petting zoo. Friendly (hungry?) goats followed our kids as we worked our way past pens of donkeys and ponies. Additional pens containing kangaroos, peacocks and dairy calves captured our interest. We were able to purchase cups of carrot sticks to feed the animals. All in all, a very pleasant day at a beautiful animal park! On the ride home, our little boys asked if we could come back again and again!

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My husband and I went here for our one year wedding anniversary date and it was so much fun! You get to spend a lot of time interacting with the animals during the safari ride and our guide was extremely knowledgeable. We will be coming back again!

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I visited with my family, including my niece (2) and nephew (4) and we all had a great time. We took the first bus tour at 9:45 AM on a Saturday and it seemed like the best time to go. All of the animals were active and interested in being fed, plus the bus wasn't too crowded (can hold up to 39 according to the driver, we had 19 on our tour). The tour was about an hour long, with stops along the way to feed the animals that were interested in approaching the bus. Most of the animals did, including my favorite, the Highland Cattle. You get one cup of food with your ticket and can purchase more throughout the ride for $2 each. The kids had so much fun seeing and feeding the animals, and it was really fun as an adult, too! The grounds are nice and spacious and their facility houses the main office, banquet hall, and restaurant. There's also a "small animal experience" with kangaroos, goats, horses, and donkeys after the tour, or you can purchase separate admission if you don't do the tour, I think. The goats are free-roaming and come right up to you, which a lot of people were enjoying. Our tour guide, Dan, did a great job of telling us about all of the animals and giving everyone time to interact and feed them. This was a great way to spend a sunny day!

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Great time. Lots of animals. Great for kids and adults alike. A must see if your in the area.

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Took our 18 month old who loved it. There was a backup which caused the tram to be about 45 min late which was difficult to occupy a young child for that length of time.

This place was a lot of fun. I'd suggest taking the safari bus instead of driving the safari yourself. Zebras liked to grab your food cup so hold on tight for them. A very nice stop especially for kids.

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My preschooler loved this experience! But the whole thing felt a little... unaccredited. I would have liked to hear more about where they came from and why they ended up in captivity and what they do to care for them. Food at the counter was fine.

Is this place new?!?? It looks new. It's clean. Crisp. Fresh. Colorful. Well organized. Big. I didn't know what to expect pulling up. I'm not an expert on safari's. But I can tell you this place exceeded my expectations. There were tons of animals in the safari portion of the park. And many of them were exotic. They were also hungry. After the safari the small animal section, in which you get out and walk around, was a lot of fun. Feeding all the animals and getting up close and personal to a lot of different animals. The inside seems nice with a nice little restaurant. But we didn't eat. It's obvious this place is a great location for big events like a wedding. Would go back for sure.

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Meet safari animals up close at Hidden Valley

S tarting this weekend, visitors can kick off their summer with a trip to the safari at Varysburg's Hidden Valley Animal Adventure, opening Saturday June 22 for their 15th season of safari tours. 

The park's self-guided tours allow visitors to have an up close and personal experience — meeting kangaroos, zebras, water buffalo — and a total of 42 different animal species all from the comfort of your personal car on their self guided drive-through tours . The tour runs an hour long, and visitors are welcome to feed the animals up close. 

Hidden Valley offers a  bus tour for visitors to see the 350 animals that roam freely on the grounds, in addition to a walking tour of the smaller animals on site. 

According to a release, visitors can expect changes at the animal park for this season- including expansions made to the small animal adventure attraction , petting zoo, and gift shop. Hidden Valley's new and improved trading post gift shop has a new location inside the lower level of the park's Lodge, while the old gift shop is under transformation to soon display and sell elk and deer antler sheds.

Throughout the summer, Hidden Valley's park grounds will be open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with tours running from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Everyday tours will end after Labor Day, Sept. 2, returning to weekend tours only. 

For more information on tour tickets — and to learn what animals you can look out for — head to hiddenvalleyadventure.com . 

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Hidden Valley Animal Adventure

Located in Varysburg, New York, we have created a special place for you to  escape to the wild – Hidden Valley Animal Adventure. Nestled in the hills of Wyoming County, you will be treated to breathtaking views as you take a guided tour on an open-air safari bus, or drive-through experience in the comfort of your own vehicle, through this 60+ acre animal park that includes an up close and personal experience to view and feed exotic animals such as camels, zebra, llama, emu, bison, and more. The park is home to more than 350 animals and 35 species .  Great fun for all ages! Leave time to visit the Small Animal Adventure, gift shop, and Trailside Grill. Just down the road, but far from normal, this adventure is closer than you think. Safari tours run May – October. 

Hidden Valley’s two-story timber frame lodge is also home to a banquet facility and overnight accommodations.

Conference Center & Banquet Facility:

Create memories as you experience the beautiful landscape and warm hospitality of The Lodge at Hidden Valley. The beautiful two-story timber frame lodge is available for banquets, weddings, special occasions, and conferences. 

The Lodge is placed on sixty rustic acres, with upscale accommodations and amenities in a luxurious country setting. Our banquet hall can accommodate up to 200 seated guests with a full complement of culinary services. Additionally, the grounds offer picturesque outdoor seating and a gazebo overlooking the lake.

Casual Dining:

Enjoy a casual lunch or snack during park hours at the Trailside Grill. Featuring all the great standards as well as newly discovered favorites like bison burgers. We have something for the whole family.

Hidden Valley offers year-round accommodations for travelers whether tourist, snowmobiler, hunter, or business traveler. We have two rooms with a private entrance located at the lower level of The Lodge. Your stay includes a free continental breakfast and daily housekeeping. Each room is decorated with authentic Amish-made furniture adding to the country charm. Room features include heat, air conditioning, complimentary WiFi, 24” flat screen TV with remote control, mini fridge, iron, and Radio/Alarm clock.

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See hundreds of exotic animals and have lunch or dinner at this new MS safari park

'it's really geared toward everybody because we have things for young kids and adults. so, there's something for everyone.'.

Want to take a ride and see hundreds of exotic animals? How about hold a fennec fox or a lemur ? What about dine with a view of peacocks walking around and swans in a pond?

Well, you can do all those things and more at Little Creek Landing Safari Park .

The new park is located in West Hattiesburg and is home to hundreds of exotic animals. It's an experience geared toward all ages and it's the product of a lifelong love of animals.

Joy Thurman Wallace said the seed for the park was planted long ago. Her mother had a love of animals and shared it with Wallace's son, Chris Thurman, who started and owns the safari park.

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A lifelong love of animals

"My mother had a love of animals," Wallace said. "As a little boy, they would buy and sell animals."

Wallace said her mother's and son's business of buying, selling and raising animals was known as The Critter Farm and it was the genesis of the safari park.

"Back then we did a little of everything," Thurman said. "We did more domestics than exotics — more farm animal stuff back then."

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Mississippi safari park has more than 300 animals including some oddities

However, over time, Thurman's interests shifted.

"I always liked the unusual," Thurman said. "As I got older, I got into exotics."

Thurman's collection grew to over 300 animals, and the park offers the public an opportunity to experience them. Guests will see species such as zebras, camels, antelope, ostrich and kangaroos. There are also some very unusual animals. Thurman said guests can see a white bison, a blond water buffalo and a white emu.

He even has a few endangered species he raises at the park.

"It helps the species survive," Thurman said.

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Take a tour and have lunch or dinner at his safari park

Guests can tour the park with a guide while they ride on a wagon called a "people mover" pulled by a tractor. The tour takes roughly 30 minutes and feed can be purchased to feed animals along the way. There is also a self-guided walking tour of the property.

There is also a petting area as well as special hands-on experiences where guests can hold, touch or feed animals such a fennec fox, a lemur, a macaw and lorikeets.

Guests with an appetite are welcome, too.

The park features a restaurant the serves a cafe-style lunch and fine dining dinners on Friday and Saturday nights. Restaurant guests on Friday and Saturday nights receive a discount on the admission price to the park area if they want to take a tour, too.

"It's really geared toward everybody because we have things for young kids and adults," Thurman said. "So, there's something for everyone."

Little Creek Landing Safari Park location, hours and prices

• Opening date: Aug. 24
• Where: 222 Little Creek Road, West Hattiesburg
• Phone: 601-550-1658
• Email: [email protected]
• Admission: Admission to the park includes a self-guided walking tour and ride on a people mover. Regular admission is $20 Evening admission when dining is $12 Admission is free for children under two years Additional hands-on encounters with lorikeets, lemur, fennec fox and others are $5 each
• Hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 5-9 p.m. for dining guests 1-5 p.m. Sunday
• Restaurant hours: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday 5-9 p.m. Friday-Saturday

Do you have a story idea? Contact Brian Broom at 601-961-7225 or [email protected].

At the Trailside Grill

Trailside Grill is open 11am-4 pm during park hours. Counter service or mobile ordering is available. Mobile orders should be made no more than 15 minutes before picking up. Mobile Ordering

Decisions Original Wyoming County Grilled Paninis

Buffalo Chicken

Fresh chicken breast combined with the traditional blend of red-hot & bleu cheese served on our signature panini bread & grilled.

Hickory Smoked Pulled Pork

Decisions own slow-smoked pork topped with BBQ sauce & pepper jack cheese served on our signature panini bread & grilled.

Bacon Ranch Chicken

Fresh chicken breast combined with ranch dressing and topped with bacon, served on our signature panini bread & grilled.

Asiago Chicken

Fresh chicken breast topped with shredded asiago, fresh spinach, roasted red peppers & hummus, served on our signature panini bread & grilled.

Greek Veggie

Topped with fresh spinach, tomato, roasted red pepper, hummus & shredded asiago, served on our signature panini bread & grilled.

Entrée Salads

Chicken Caesar

Fresh romaine topped with tomatoes, red onion, chicken breast, asiago cheese and tossed in a Caesar dressing.

Balsamic Spinach

Fresh spinach topped with tomatoes, roasted red peppers, chicken breast, mandarin oranges, asiago cheese, and topped sweet balsamic reduction.

Chicken Finger

Fresh romaine topped with tomatoes, chopped fried chicken tenders, cheddar blend cheese with your choice of dressing.

Homemade Sides

Fresh Cut Fries

Trailside Classics

Chicken Tenders

(5) Tenders fried golden, served with fresh cut fries & your choice of sauce for dipping ~ bleu cheese, ranch, smoky BBQ, Carolina Gold BBQ.

Cheeseburger

Fresh ground beef patty grilled and topped with a cheddar blend and served on a Costanzo roll.

Fresh ground game meat of the day grilled and served on a Costanzo roll.

Children's Hot Dog & French Fries

Children's Chicken Fingers (2) & French Fries

3.5% discount for all purchases using cash. Pricing does not include New York State 8% tax.

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