In the heart of New York’s Finger Lakes region, Watkins Glen State Park stands as a testament to the brilliance of nature and the passage of time. Established in 1906, this 778-acre park has captivated visitors for more than a century with its breathtaking landscapes and impressive waterfalls. The park’s centerpiece is a 400-foot-deep gorge […]
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Watkins Glen State Park is one of those unique places where nature truly outdoes itself. Tucked away in the heart of New York’s Finger Lakes region, the park welcomes millions of visitors each year, here to take in the breathtaking Watkins Glen waterfalls, winding trails, and jaw-dropping gorge views. You’ll walk alongside nature lovers, adventure
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Just a short 20-minute drive southwest of Ithaca, Buttermilk Falls State Park awaits nature lovers on the southern end of Cayuga Lake. This beautiful park is named for Buttermilk Creek, which tumbles down ten spectacular waterfalls as it carves through the landscape, dropping 500 feet along its journey. From sheer plunges to gentle cascades, this
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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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One of the biggest draws to this area of Upstate NY is the stunning collection of Finger Lakes Waterfalls, some tall, majestic towers of cascading water, others misty streams flowing over the edges of rocky gorges and ravines. Due to the historic formation of the Finger Lakes, this area is full of lakes and waterways,
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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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If you’re hoping to pop the question soon, one of the most spectacular backdrops is Taughannock Falls State Park. As waterfalls go in the Finger Lakes region, this is one of the most impressive, with a staggering 215-foot drop into a pool surrounded by a rocky gorge. Depending on the season, the foliage at the
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One of the main attractions in the Finger Lakes Region is Taughannock Falls State Park. The park’s namesake feature, Taughannock Falls, is a breathtaking sight with 400-foot tall limestone bluffs encompassing the falls as the water plunges 215 feet over the cliffs to the gorge below. There’s a lovely selection of hiking trails at Taughannock
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One of our favorite activities in the Finger Lakes region is chasing the Watkins Glen waterfalls. This spectacular state park is a picturesque 30-minute drive southwest of our Bed and Breakfast in the Finger Lakes and is worth every second of your time. Watkins Glen State Park has been ranked as one of the top
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One of the top attractions in the Finger Lakes Region is the stunning Taughannock Falls State Park. Of course, the biggest draw to this park is its namesake feature—Taughannock Falls—which is a sight to behold. The breathtaking 400-foot tall limestone bluffs encompass the falls as the water plunges 215 feet over the cliffs to the
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