Save the Dates!
The 69th Annual
Allegany Nature Pilgrimage
​​June 4-6, 2027​​​​
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The Allegany Nature Pilgrimage is an annual outdoor learning experience. It combines fun with a variety of nature-oriented activities. This weekend of natural history and outdoor education welcomes both the experienced naturalist as well as the inquisitive beginner!

What's New?

  • Visit the Feedback page to share your thoughts on the 2026 event. All submissions will be entered into a drawing for a free 2027 ANP registration!
  • 881 participants, leaders and family members attended the 68th Allegany Nature Pilgrimage in 2026. Thank you to all of our wonderful program leaders!
  • Check out the ANP Bird Sightings data that has been compiled from 1980 to present!
  • The window to book a cabin for the weekend of the 2027 Pilgrimage opens in September 2026. Visit reserveamerica.com for details.  
Always the weekend after Memorial Day, the Allegany Nature Pilgrimage has been held at beautiful Allegany State Park annually since 1959.

First Timer?

​You will need to plan for your own lodging and food. On Saturday, we do offer a hot dog lunch (cash only) and BBQ chicken or vegetarian dinner option which you will need to pre-order when registering. The deadline for ordering a Saturday dinner is May 20th. Learn more about logistics on the Event Details page.
A Day at the Allegany Nature Pilgrimage
Rick Miller, Olean Times Herald

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Location

The Nature Pilgrimage is held at "Camp Allegany" in the Red House area of beautiful Allegany State Park. To learn more about the park, click here. Click here for park weather.
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Group photo from the 60th Pilgrimage

Directions

  • Take I-86 (formerly Route 17) to the Allegany State Park Red House exit. Or put 42°06'01.0"N 78°43'22.4"W in your GPS.
  • Follow the signs to Camp Allegany on ASP2. (Look for the big white tent!)
  • Register at the brown building. Click here for a map of the Pilgrimage area.

Your Hosts

The pilgrimage has been made possible through the efforts of  these organizations since 1959: Audubon members are eligible for a discount on the early-bird registration fee.