McFarland House, Greater Niagara Travel Guide

Getting There

• Bus

  From downtown Buffalo, head to the nearest NFTA Metro Bus stop. You can catch the #40 bus heading towards Niagara Falls. Make sure to check the schedule as buses may not run frequently. After approximately 30-40 minutes, disembark at the stop for Niagara-on-the-Lake. From the bus stop, walk towards the Niagara Parkway Recreational Trail, which should be clearly marked. Continue along the trail for about 15 minutes until you reach the McFarland House at 15927 Niagara Parkway.

• Train and Bus

  Start by taking the Amtrak train from Buffalo-Depew Station to Niagara Falls, NY. Once you arrive at Niagara Falls, transfer to the local bus service (NFTA) that heads towards Niagara-on-the-Lake. You’ll need to take the #40 bus again. Get off at the Niagara Parkway Recreational Trail stop and walk approximately 15 minutes along the trail to reach McFarland House.

• Bicycle

  If you're feeling adventurous, consider renting a bicycle in Buffalo. Head towards the scenic bike paths along the waterfront, and follow the signs leading to the Niagara River. You can follow the river north towards Niagara-on-the-Lake which is about a 20-mile ride. Once you reach the town, navigate to 15927 Niagara Parkway Recreational Trail where you’ll find the McFarland House.

• Walking Tour

  For the most scenic experience, consider a walking tour starting from the Niagara Falls State Park. Walk along the scenic trails that run parallel to the river and head towards Niagara-on-the-Lake. This will take about 4-5 hours of walking, but you will encounter many beautiful sights along the way. Follow the signs leading to the town and once there, head to 15927 Niagara Parkway Recreational Trail.