Tag: New York
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The Best Things To Do In Watkins Glen New York
Watkins Glen, New York is one of the most spectacular places to travel to in the Finger Lake region. Watkins Glen is most prevalently known for is its gorgeous waterfalls, however the region also has a variety of delightful hiking trails, dairies/farms, vineyards, and breweries. This place is amazing to visit anytime of year, but…
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Glenora Falls
One of the most fantastic waterfalls that you will find in the Finger Lakes is the lovely Glenora Falls. This enchanting spot resides within a private property at 74 South Glenora Road in Dundee, New York, and it is right off the Seneca Lake. If you are staying in Watkins Glen, it is less then…
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Catherine Creek Marsh
If you are visiting the Finger Lakes, and enjoy beautiful serene nature areas, you will want to check out the Catherine Creek Marsh. The address for this location is 401 Rock Cabin Road, Watkins Glen, New York. It is on the southern end of the Seneca Lake in Schuyler County. This area is a well…
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Seneca Lake
When you are traveling to the Finger Lake region of New York, one of the most impressive (and largest) lakes that you will want to visit is the Seneca Lake. This lake is actually the deepest of all the Finger Lakes, and can reach depths over 600 feet (183 meters) and runs almost 38 miles…
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Eagle Cliff Falls
One of the most ethereal and elegant waterfalls that you will find in the Finger Lake region of New York is the Eagle Cliff Falls. The address for this waterfall is 135 Havana Glen Road, Montour Falls, NY 14865, and it is within the Havana Glen Park. I would not necessarily call it a swimming…
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Keuka Lake
One of the most peaceful spots in the Finger Lake region of New York that you will find right outside of the town Penn Yan is Keuka Lake. This lake quite famous for being an excellent fishing spot, and it even hosts a great variety of them such as yellow perch, trout, landlocked salmon, and…
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Birkett Mills Pancake Griddle
If you are interested in checking out the world’s largest pancake griddle, you will have to make a stop at Birkett Mills in Penn Yan, New York! You can find this location on the north region of the Keuka Lake, and it is west of the Seneca Lake in the Finger Lake area. The address…
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Cascade Mills Falls
A wonderful spot on the Keuka Outlet Trail that you will want to check out is the Cascade Mills Falls. It is located between Penn Yan and Dresden in the Finger Lake region of New York, and you can find parking right by the junction of Route 9 and Outlet Road. After you park, you…
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Seneca Mills Falls Keuka Outlet Trail New York
One of the most beautiful, historical, and picturesque waterfalls in the Finger Lake region of New York, is the Seneca Mills Falls. It is situated between the Seneca and Keuka Lakes in the town of Milo, and it is one of the most iconic spots to visit on the Keuka Outlet Trail. If you are…
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Shtayburne Farm Creamery Rock Stream New York
If you are looking to try some truly delicious, high quality cheeses and ice cream flavors while you are visiting the Finger Lake region of New York, you will want to stop by the Shtayburne Farm. They are located off of Seneca Lake at 2909 Chase Road, Rock Stream, NY 14878. If you are in…
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Shequaga Falls New York
If you are traveling to the Finger Lake region of New York, an impressive spot that you will want to visit is the elegant Shequaga Falls which is located in the town of Montour in Schuyler County. It is quite close to Watkins Glen (about a 3 mile/4.8 km) drive. This waterfall is 156 feet…
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The Best Barbecue In Watkins Glen New York
On our visit to Watkins Glen, New York, there was one barbecue spot that was truly amazing. In between all of our hiking adventures, we happened to stop at Nickel’s Pit BBQ. It was the perfect place to relax and enjoy some of the most delicious locally sourced meats. They are located at 207 N…
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Templar Falls New York
If you are interested in checking out a slightly hidden, but absolutely gorgeous waterfall near Watkins Glen, New York, I highly recommend a visit to the Templar Falls (also known as Twin Falls.) If you are traveling from Watkins Glen, it is less then a ten minute drive. There is not an admission fee,…
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Hector Falls New York
When we traveled up to Watkins Glen, New York, we were amazed at the wealth of beautiful waterfalls that were in the area. A really alluring roadside waterfall that we happened to encounter was Hector Falls. Hector Falls is located on Route 414 on the east side of the Seneca Lake. If you are in…
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The Best Pizza Near Watkins Glen New York
If you are looking for an elevated pizza experience near Watkins Glen, New York, you will definitely want to check out the Scale House Brewery. They are located at 5930 State Route 414 in Hector, New York. This spot is north of Watkins Glen, and is about a 12 minute drive on the east…
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Hiking In Watkins Glen State Park
Watkins Glen State Park is such an incredible hiking area in the Finger Lake region of New York. It is located just south of Seneca Lake (the address is 1009 N Franklin Street Watkins Glen, NY.) It provides spectacular nature areas to explore with waterfalls, cliffs, plunge basins, and really unique rock formations. It truly…
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The Best Things To Do In Ithaca New York
Ithaca, New York, is one of the most alluring areas to travel to in the Northeastern part of the United States, and is definitely worth a visit! I would recommend going there during the autumn season to enjoy the lovely landscape of colorful leaves with waterfalls, but anytime of the year, this place is truly…
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The Best Fried Chicken In Ithaca New York
Fried Chicken is truly the ultimate comfort food in my humble opinion. There is something about the crunchy texture in combination to the hot chicken wrapped inside that is so delectable. If you are interested in trying some really amazing fried chicken when you are traveling to Ithaca, New York, you have to check out…
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Myers Point Lighthouse
Whenever we travel near a body of water, one of the first things that we look for is a lighthouse. They are always so beautiful and have this beacon of hope to them that is unlike any other structure. They literally shine light into darkness, and help vessels on the water navigate where they would…
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Ludlowville Park And The Secret Waterfall
If you are interested in seeing a really beautiful nature area that is a little off the regular path in the Ithaca New York region, you will want to check out Ludlowville Park and its secret waterfall. Perhaps the word “secret” is a little bold of a term, but I would say that it is…
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Cascadilla Gorge Trail
One of the most vibrant and beautiful waterfall spots that you can visit in Ithaca, New York is the lovely Cascadilla Gorge Trail. The trail is 1.3 miles long, and I would recommend setting aside about a half hour to 45 minutes to walk it. Swimming is not allowed at this area. Parking for the…
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Ithaca Farmers Market
When we were visiting Ithaca New York, we knew that we had to find a spot that provided healthy fresh foods to keep our energy up so we could fully enjoy our travels in between all of our hiking adventures. Luckily, we did find that at the Ithaca Farmers Market. The address of this location…
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Cabin View Alpacas Trumansburg New York
In our travels around the Ithaca New York region, we knew that we had to stop at the adorable Cabin View Alpaca Farm! This farm is located about 24 minutes from Ithaca at 9435 Congress Street Ext in Trumansburg NY, on the west side of the Cayuga Lake. This year, in 2026, Cabin View Alpacas…
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Taughannock Falls State Park
One of the most interesting and truly magnificent waterfalls that we had the opportunity to see while visiting New York was the Taughannock Falls. We stayed in Ithaca, and it took us a little less then 20 minutes to get there (about a 10 mile drive) and the location is slightly northwest of the city.…
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Why You Should Visit The Cayuga Nature Center In Ithaca New York
The Cayuga Nature Center, located in Ithaca New York, is truly such an amazing spot to visit. The trails and treetops hiking area are open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. As a side note, you will want to know that the Nature Lodge is closed this year, and that no pets are allowed…
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Why You Should Visit The Lively Run Goat Dairy In Interlaken New York
The Finger Lake region of New York is not only known for their delightful nature areas, but also for their gorgeous farms as well, and in particular the dairy farms. If you are traveling to Ithaca, New York, you will definitely want to visit the Lively Run Goat Dairy Farm and Creamery. They have…
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Why You Should Visit The Fall Creek Suspension Bridge In Ithaca New York
The Fall Creek Suspension Bridge, which is located in Ithaca New York, is a must visit if you are traveling to or live in this beautiful and picturesque area. It is situated right by Fall Creek Drive (the address is 310 Fall Creek Drive, Ithaca NY, 14850), and it is also within the range of…
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Ithaca Falls Natural Area
The Ithaca Falls are located on Lake Street, and it is actually easy to see the waterfall right from the sidewalk by the road. You will find that there are two small parking lots where the Lake Street crosses Fall Creek. On the day we visited the area, we were lucky to find a nice…
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The Sagan Planet Walk Ithaca New York
If you are looking for a great activity for the whole family while visiting Ithaca, New York, you will definitely want to check out the Sagan Planet Walk! It is 3/4 of a miles long, and is a wonderful way to learn about our solar system in addition to taking in beautiful views of the…
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Northeast Allie Restaurant Review-Ithaca Beer Co.
One of the best breweries that you can find in the Finger Lakes is the Ithaca Beer Co. The address for the location that we went to in Ithaca (and the one that this article reviews) is 122 Ithaca Beer Dr, Ithaca, NY 14850. If you are going to their Collegetown location, they are…
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The Robert H. Treman State Park
The Robert H. Treman State Park is such an awesome location in Ithaca that you will definitely want to check out for the whole family. The address for this location is 105 Enfield Falls Road, Ithaca, NY 14850. There is a parking lot right by the entrance as well. There are a variety of trails…
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Buttermilk Falls Ithaca New York
Buttermilk Falls is such an awe inspiring waterfall that you will want to visit when you travel to Ithaca, New York. It will take you a little over an hour to do this 1.6 mile loop trail if you enjoy a hiking excursion. There is a vehicle fee for parking as well to enter the…