This fall, visit one of the most extraordinary natural destinations in New York State. The Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge is located at the northern end of Cayuga Lake. As the largest contiguous wetland complex in the United States, it is a critical stopover along the Atlantic Flyway and one of the most important wetland habitats […]
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If you’ve yet to hike the Taughannock Falls Gorge Trail, you’ve been missing out! This spectacular waterfall in the Finger Lakes is one for the bucket list. It plunges 215 feet into a stunning rocky gorge and is the tallest single-drop waterfall east of the Rocky Mountains—even taller than Niagara Falls! This beautiful State Park
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If you’re joining us for a more extended getaway this winter in the Finger Lakes, you may want to head out for skiing or snowboarding, and Greek Peak Mountain Resort is the perfect place to hit the slopes. There’s nothing quite like heading out on a chilly, snowy day, bundled up and ready for the
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Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge, located in the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York, is a premier destination for birdwatching and hiking enthusiasts. Spanning over 10,000 acres, this refuge is a critical habitat for a diverse array of bird species, making it a popular destination for ornithologists and nature lovers. During migration seasons, visitors can witness
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For those who yearn for open, calm waters for a paddle to reset their stress levels, there are so many fantastic options for Finger Lakes kayaking. Seneca Lake, the largest and deepest of the Finger Lakes, offers stunning views of vineyards, rolling hills, and picturesque shorelines. While Cayuga Lake, the longest of the Finger Lakes,
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One of the many things the Finger Lakes Region of New York is known for is the waterfalls. The geography of this region is unique, with its large lakes, rolling hills, and deep grooves; perfect for water to squeeze its way through. In our county alone, there are over 100 waterfalls, and if we stacked
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The Finger Lakes State Parks in this part of New York State offer a unique landscape that is perfect for exploring in the summertime. From majestic waterfalls cascading down breathtaking rock formations and deep, clear lakes to lush trails through forests and stunning vistas over gorges in mountainous terrain, the diversity of the wilderness here
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The Cascadilla Gorge Trail connects downtown Ithaca to the iconic Cornell campus, serving as a natural corridor through the ancient gorge of bedrock by six waterfalls along the Cascadilla Creek. This trail is a stunning example of the natural beauty of the Finger Lakes region. The Cascadilla Gorge Trail is a relatively short route at
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The Finger Lakes Region is one of the most beautiful places to explore outdoors, and there’s a handful of stunning state parks near Ithaca, NY, for hiking, waterfall viewing, and enjoying the fresh air. The unique topography of this area formed during the last Ice Age as the glaciers receded, leaving caverns, gorges, canyons, waterways,
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Upstate New York is known for its picturesque landscape, and some of the most beautiful scenes can be found in the Finger Lakes National Forest in Hector. The approximately 16,000-acre forest encompasses gorges, ravines, pastures, and woodlands. While the Finger Lakes National Forest offers outdoor recreation in all four seasons, the freshly fallen snow brings
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