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Canisteo, New York: World's Largest Living Sign

260 huge scotch pine tree spell out the town's name on a hillside. The sign is 300 feet long and 90 feet wide, a town landmark since 1933.

Address:
Greenwood St., Canisteo, NY
Directions:
SW side of town, west of Greenwood St.
Hours:
Always visible. Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Admission:
Free.
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Living sign.

World's Largest Living Sign

The sign can be viewed from the Elementary School driveway. The road through the cemetery isn't in good condition.

[Annie, 08/28/2021]

Living Sign.

World's Largest Living Sign

The small town of Canisteo, New York, boasts the World's Largest Living Sign. This term is a bit misleading, but it's precisely what it is: a "living" sign - the name of the town spelled out by 260 huge scotch pines on the side of a mountain. The sign is 300 feet long and 90 feet wide. The best viewing area is near the Elementary school right on Greenwood Street.

[BS Meyer, 12/20/2011]

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