Overview
Barker is a small, sleepy town of about 533 people in Niagara County, New York. It's one of the villages and hamlets that together make up Somerset, a rural community on the south side of Lake Ontario, some 45 minutes away from the famous Niagara Falls.
1 things to do · 3 places to eat · 1 bars & cafés
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Best things about Barker
David Barker Park
Have a picnic in the village park. In summer, a farmer's market and other activities are held here. Check the agenda on the village website.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Sep. Summer highs reach about 80°F; winter lows dip to about 19°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Sep and Oct. (climate data from nearby Buffalo)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- IAG Niagara Falls International Airport, Niagara Falls — 25 mi away. Directions
- BUF Buffalo Niagara International Airport, Buffalo — 28 mi away (major hub). Directions
Barker is just over an hour's drive from both Buffalo and Rochester, the nearest major destinations. Somerset Road and NY 148 (Quaker Road) intersect in town.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
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Food for you
There are several places to eat in this small town. Most are rather casual in style.
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Get in
Barker is just over an hour's drive from both Buffalo and Rochester, the nearest major destinations. Somerset Road and NY 148 (Quaker Road) intersect in town.
Do
Do David Barker Park
Have a picnic in the village park. In summer, a farmer's market and other activities are held here. Check the agenda on the village website.
Eat
There are several places to eat in this small town. Most are rather casual in style.
Drink
Drink BlackBird Cider Works
Tasting room, orchard, and production facility for hard ciders-mostly apple, and a few pear ciders. Private tours of the orchard are available by appointment.
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