Hanover is located in Chautauqua County, in the southwestern part of New York State, USA. It lies along the shores of Lake Erie, roughly 30 miles southwest of Buffalo. The town is situated near the Pennsylvania border and is part of the Western New York region. With a population around 6850, the Town encompasses the Village of Silver Creek, Hamlet of Forestville, Hamlet of Irving, Hanford Bay, Sunset Bay, and Smith Mills.
There are 2 school districts within the township, Silver Creek Central, and Forestville Central.
There are multiple working farms and manufacturing plants within the town.
The Town of Hanover is easily accessible from the New York State Thruway, and is the gateway to Chautauqua Wine Country.
The annual Festival of Grapes brings the community together every September for fun, food, amusements, and entertainment.
Golf enthusiasts find Hanover a perfect place to work on their swing, as we are home to 2 public golf courses, Rosebrook Golf Course, and Tri-County Country Club.
Our state-of-the-art Boat Launch and fish cleaning station, along with Sunset Bay Beach Club, Hideaway Bay Resort, and Cabana Sam’s Restaurant bring thousands of seasonal visitors to our waterfront.
Snowmobiling, ice fishing, and sledding areas abound in the town, making Hanover the perfect winter vacation spot.
Whatever the season, whatever the reason, Hanover is the perfect place to call home.