The Flattail Lake is in the middle of the Reinstein Woods Nature Reserve. Surrounded by forests, it offers a beautiful scenary for hiking, especially in the autumn.

Matthew

August 30, 2023

Running

Flattail Lake is one of the highlights of the preserve. There are a number of ponds on the property, but a small spur trail brings you to this cool viewpoint that is probably the best view in the entire preserve. Even if you blow by the turn for this viewing spot, you'll get more views of the water as you run around the lake.

Jim Carlins

June 29, 2025

Hiking

Google Maps shows this place closed on Sundays. The Education Center is closed but the trails are open every day.

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1. Flattail Lake loop — Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve and Environmental Education Center

4.21km

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2. Reinstein Woods Nature Reserve loop

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3. Flattail Lake – Lilly Pond Loop Trail loop from Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve And Environmental Education Center

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00:37

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Elevation 190 m

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Saturday 7 February

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Location: Cheektowaga, Erie County, New York, United States

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1. Flattail Lake loop — Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve and Environmental Education Center

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3. Flattail Lake – Lilly Pond Loop Trail loop from Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve And Environmental Education Center

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