Aurora, NY, Gains New Public Park Along Cayuga Lake Shoreline
Aurora, NY, has received a generous donation from Grace Bates. The land, featuring 1,100 feet of Cayuga Lake shoreline and four acres of upland, will become a new public park. The Village of Aurora plans to develop the site, previously part of the Wells College campus, into a recreational space for the community.
The donated land, located at the southern end of Aurora along the Cayuga Lake Scenic Byway, offers a mix of wooded and open shoreline. This diverse landscape supports various wildlife, including wintering waterfowl and year-round Bald Eagles. The Finger Lakes Land Trust (FLLT) played a crucial role in facilitating the donation and conservation.
FLLT President Andrew Zepp expressed gratitude to Grace Bates for her dedication to the community and the future of Cayuga Lake. The trust has now helped conserve nearly three miles of Cayuga Lake shoreline with this addition. The park will be protected by a conservation easement, ensuring permanent public access, safeguarding scenic views, and preserving wildlife habitats. Aurora Mayor James Orman praised the project, calling it a major step forward for the community. Nearby protected areas include VanRiper Conservation Area, Whitlock Nature Preserve, Cayuga Shores Wildlife Management Area, and Camp Barton.
The Village of Aurora will begin work on transforming the donated land into a public park, with the conservation easement ensuring the land remains open to the public. The new park, featuring 1,100 feet of shoreline, will provide recreational opportunities and protect crucial habitats along Cayuga Lake.
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