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Dog Friendly Park Buffalo Hoyt Lake

Hoyt Lake is part of Delaware Park. (an Olmstead park) It's directly across from the Buffalo Albright Knox Art Gallery just off of Elmwood Ave. Hoyt Lake is a man-made lake that is fed from natural wells, the sqajacuada Creek and pumped water.  It's western edge extends to the Buffalo History Museum. Nationally recognized; it is named as one of the Great Places in America by the American Planning Association. Hoyt Lake is a dog friendly park in Buffalo New York.

Hoyt Lake & Marcy Casino

Former State Sen. Mark Grisanti helped secure $100,000 from the NYS Environmental Protection Fund. These funds went to revitalize the area which included a $50,000 water pump removal and installation. The Water pump helps oxygenate the water. Mayor Byron Brown secured funds for revitalization of the area as well.

Hoyt Lake Activities

The walk around Hoyt Lake is just about a mile and a quarter. Some parts are concrete, paved surface, grass and dirt. As far back as the late 1800's the area has been used for running, jogging, school track practice, ice skating, boating, fishing, dog friendly park, weddings, wedding receptions, wedding pictures, special events and more. Although swimming is not allowed.

Hoyt Lake is a serene place. It is isolated from road noise and other disturbances. It can give one a sense of relief from the stop and go effect of everyday city life. There is beautiful greenery and diverse wildlife. There are statues and monuments. Some hidden and some not. A good example of one in plain view is the statue of David. There are paths that travel in different directions and some that connect at certain points.

When walking from the northeast section and looking across the lake, the view of the Albright Knox Art Gallery is quite breathtaking. This being even more so when skies are blue. If your best friend likes to swim, there is an area ideal for that too. I'm talking about the four legged friend of course. Human swimming is not allowed unless genetically part fish. Just joking. But seriously no swimming.

Marcy Casino Hoyt Lake

For many years, newly weds have frequented the geological wonderland that is Hoyt Lake. Right at the beginning stands Marcy Casino. The building is reminescent of medieval times with its stone structure and overall grandness. It was built just in time for the 1901 Pan Am Exposition. EB Green was the architect. He designed many buildings in buffalo NY. These buildings included the Albright Knox Art Gallery and at least ten mansions along Delaware Avenue. Marcy Casino hosts wedding events and other celebrations offering full catering services. Use the website link above to get in contact with Marcy Casino Staff. Behind Marcy Casino is a wonderful playground for the kids to release their youthful energy at. There are big kid swings, little kids swings, various other contraptions and a climbable play mountain. Kids really love this area.

 
K9Floyd is a dog trainer that works in the area. He has various certifications and over 30 years a dog trainer