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Finger Lakes National Forest
The Finger Lakes National Forest is nestled between Seneca and Cayuga Lakes
The Finger Lakes National Forest is nestled between Seneca and Cayuga Lakes, located just a few minutes-drive from downtown Watkins Glen. It is the only national forest in New York State, one of only three in the Northeast, and it is expansive – covering more than 16,000 acres.
The forest provides more than 30 miles of interconnecting trails that traverse gorges, ravines, pastures and woodlands. Step into the tranquility and peace of and enjoy hiking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, biking, snowmobile and camping, either backcountry camping or at several developed camping areas.
The forest provides more than 30 miles of interconnecting trails that traverse gorges, ravines, pastures and woodlands. Step into the tranquility and peace of and enjoy hiking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, biking, snowmobile and camping, either backcountry camping or at several developed camping areas.
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Fillmore Glen State Park
The Finger Lakes
The 941-acre Fillmore Glen State Park features hiking trails offering spectacular views of unique geological formations, including five waterfalls and a gorge.
Keuka Lake State Park
The Finger Lakes
Located in the heart of wine country, Keuka Lake State Park offers amazing views of vineyard-covered slopes and access to both the Keuka and Seneca Lake Winery trails.
Seneca Lake State Park
The Finger Lakes
Picnic and cool off at Seneca Lake State Park. Children will be especially enthralled by the park's playground and Sprayground facilities.
Cumming Nature Center for Winter Fun
The Finger Lakes
The Cumming Nature Center is a 900-acre environmental education facility offering themed hiking and exploring trails, educational programs, events and service-learning opportunities.
