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Niagara County, New York

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Niagara County is home to one of the world’s most famous natural wonders, Niagara Falls. Beyond the falls, the county has friendly towns, tasty wineries, and scenic views along Lake Ontario.

Situated in western New York, this county borders Canada and Lake Ontario. It’s not just about the falls, though. There’s a rich history here.

The Erie Canal runs through it, once a vital transportation route. Orchards and vineyards are across the landscape. You’ll find small towns with friendly folks. Lewiston, for instance, has a quaint main street.

CategoryDetails
County NameNiagara County
County SeatLockport
PopulationApproximately 210,000
Cities, Towns, and CommunitiesNiagara Falls, Lockport, North Tonawanda, Lewiston, Wheatfield, Niagara University
Interstates and HighwaysInterstate 90, U.S. Route 62, U.S. Route Niagara Scenic Parkway, New York State Route 31
FIPS Code36-063
Total Area (Land and Water)1,140 square miles (1,038 sq mi land, 102 sq mi water)
Adjacent Counties (and Direction)Orleans County (East), Genesee County (Southeast), Erie County (South)
Time ZoneEastern Time Zone (ET)
StateNew York
Coordinates43.1912° N, 78.6257° W
EtymologyNamed after the Iroquois word “Onguiaahra”, meaning the strait or thunder of waters
Major LandmarksNiagara Falls, Whirlpool State Park, Old Fort Niagara
WebsiteNiagara County Website

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