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Sports & Recreation in Central New York
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> Adirondack Sports Center - Ideal for Snowmobilers
9473 Hawkinsville Road, Boonville, NY 13309
Based directly on the snowmobile trail S77D between Tug Hill and Old Forge, the Adirondack Sport Center offers snowmobile rentals in the winter and also offers cozy, rustic cabins to rent.
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> Ride a balloon over the Syracuse or Utica countryside
6287 Haslauer Road, Munnsville, NY 13409
Fly high above the beautiful cities of Utica and Syracuse with Airborne Adventures and view Central New York’s scenic landscapes and lakes.
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> Stop by the APEX Entertainment Center
9090 Destiny USA Dr, Syracuse, NY 13204
This one-of-its-kind venue in Central New features 24 lanes of state-of-the art bowling, a full-service restaurant, two high energy bars, billiards, darts, bocce ball, arcade and a private event space.
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> Aqua Spa Float Center and Wellness Boutique
120 E. First St., Oswego, NY 13126
Scenically and relaxingly located on the beautiful Oswego River, this premier float spa is one of the largest float centers & wellness destinations in Central NY and the Thousand Islands.
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> Aquatic World of North Syracuse
114 Kreischer Rd, Syracuse, NY 13212
A Diving School near Syracuse, Aquatic World has been training divers for more than 40 years ..
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> Balloon Rides Over Syracuse
277 Salt Springs Street, Fayetteville, NY 13066
Peaceful, serene and at one with Nature, the experience of a hot air balloon ride is a one-of-a-kind adventure.
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> Beaver Lake habitats create the possibility of seeing more than 200 species of birds
8477 E. Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville, NY 13027
The more than nine miles of maintained walking trails provides a rich mix of habitats with the possibility of seeing more than 200 species of birds and more than 800 varieties of plants.
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> Betty & Wilber Davis State Park
Davis Road, Worcester, NY 12197
Perched atop a hill, Betty and Wilbur Davis State Park provides spectacular views to the south and west and is bedecked with a forest of hardwoods, areas of conifer plantation, gently rolling meadowlands and two ponds.
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> Black River Feeder Canal Trail
Erwin Park, Erwin Parkway, Boonville, NY 13309
This remote and scenic trail travels through woods and fields along the towpath that follows the Black River Feeder Canal.
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> Bowman Lake State Park
745 Bliven Sherman Road, Oxford, NY 13830
Bowman Lake features a sandy beach and shady campsites for both tents and trailers, rustic cabins, a nature center and more...
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> Bowman Lake State Park Loves Winter
745 Bliven Sherman Road, Oxford, NY 13830
Winter at Bowman Lake offers snowmobilers and cross-country skiers outstanding scenery on 13 miles of designated trails...
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> Butternut Creek Golf Course
5050 Jamesville Road, Jamesville, NY 13078
The First Tee Syracuse Golf Complex at Butternut Creek is open to the public and the course includes a driving range
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> Camillus Erie Canal Park Trail/Jordan Canal Park Trail
5750 Devoe Rd, Camillus, NY 13031
Camillus Erie Canal Park is nestled between Nine Mile Creek and a wooded hillside near Camillus.
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> Camillus Ice Rink
Shove Park Drive, Camillus, NY 13031
This indoor ice arena is located within Camillus’ Shove Park and offers public skating daily during its season (mid-October through mid-March).
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> Camillus Ski Club
401 Blackmore Road, Camillus, NY 13031
Camillus has been teaching people of all ages to ski and snowboard since 1965 and features two moderately sized slopes for beginners and intermediates.
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> Cazenovia Ski Club
5251 Rathbun Road, Cazenovia, NY 13035
With some of the steepest trails in New York state, the club offers incredibly diverse terrain, from heart-stopping "steeps" to gentle beginner trails.
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> Cedar Valley Campsite
4688 S. Butler Road, Morrisville, NY 13408
Nestled in the cedar-lined Oneida Creek Valley, this modern campground provides both a retreat from the bustling world and a center for variety of family oriented recreational activities.
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> Central NY Welcome Center
9090 Destiny USA Dr, Syracuse, NY. 13204
The ILOVENY's Central New York Welcome Center is located on the Second level at Destiny USA, the State's largest shopping centerd.
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> Chenango County – in the “Center of it All”
15 S. Broad St., Norwich, NY 13815
Nestled among the hills of South-Central New York, Chenango County warmly invites you to their neck of the woods for your next family vacation or romantic getaway
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> Chenango Valley State Park
153 State Park Road, Chenango Forks, NY 13746
A product of the ice age, Chenango Valley State Park boasts two kettle lakes, originating from when the last glacier retreated
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> Chenango Valley State Park Loves Winter
153 State Park Road, Chenango Forks, NY 13746
A product of the ice age, Chenango Valley State Park boasts two kettle lakes, originating from when the last glacier retreated, great for ice skating.
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> Clark Reservation State Park
6105 E. Seneca Turnpike, Jamesville, NY 13078
Clark Reservation State Park's natural features include rugged cliffs and rocky outcrops, woodland and meadow, a wetland and a glacial meromictic lake.
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> Clinton Square Ice Rink
2 S. Clinton St., Syracuse, NY 13202
Located in the heart of downtown Syracuse, the Clinton Square Ice rink is an open-air facility enjoyed by more than 20,000 skaters each year.
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> CNY and Above All Balloons
Syracuse, NY 13201
The Griswold family has been in the ballooning business for 30 years and they invite you to float over rolling hills, down into valleys and over water falls ..
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> Crestwood Golf Club
6315 NY-291, Marcy, NY 13403
Open daily, Crestwood Golf Club is a semi-private 18-hole facility established in 1955.
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> Crystal Springs Golf Course
6317 NY-5, Vernon, NY 13476
This popular 9-hole public and scenic golf course comes with rolling hills, a pro shop with a PGA certified pro and snack bar ..
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> Delphi Falls County Park
2006 Cardner Road, New Woodstock, NY 13122
Just opened in 2018, Delphi Falls County Park features a two-tiered waterfalls, a house, a barn and surrounding woodland.
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> Delta Lake State Park
8797 NY-46, Rome, NY 13440
Delta Lake State Park is open year-round and is located on a peninsula extending into Delta Reservoir.
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> Discover Winter Fun at Glimmerglass State Park
1527 County Road 31, Cooperstown, NY 13326
Glimmerglass State Park in Cooperstown has a variety of winter activities including tubing, cross-country skiing, ice skating, snowshoeing, & snowmobiling.
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> Erie Canal Cruises Inc.
800 Mohawk St., Herkimer, NY 13350
Traveling through an historic hundred-year-old lock, the USGC Certified vessel, Lil' Diamond II, offers a fun and historically fascinating 1.5 hour cruise
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> Esta Safety Park Drag Strip
8091 Eastwood Road, Cicero, NY 13039
Esta Safety Park Drag Strip is just 10.5 miles from Syracuse and features a ¼-mile paved dragstrip. Above aerial image: Salt City Photography
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> Journey to the Underground Wonders at Howe Caverns
255 Discovery Dr., Howes Cave, NY 12092
Howe Caverns is the largest show cave in the Northeast U.S. and stays a pleasant 55 degrees Fahrenheit year-round.
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> Enjoy Family Fun at Four Seasons Golf & Ski Center
8012 E. Genesee St., Fayetteville, NY 13066
This year-round facility features fun activities for every season including Skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing during the winter months, and golfing in the summer ..
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> Glimmerglass State Park
1527 County Road 31, Cooperstown, NY 13326
Glimmerglass State Park encompasses the historic Hyde Hall Mansion, Hyde Hall Covered Bridge - the oldest existing covered bridge in the United States.
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> Join the Great American Bike Tours along the Erie Canal
6581 Kinne Road, Syracuse, NY 13214
The Great American Bike Tours offers full shuttle service along the entire 363-mile Erie Canal, as well as cycle-touring trips and packages for cyclists of all ages and abilities.
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> The Great New York State Fair is Coming Up !
581 State Fair Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13209
Aug. 21-Sept. 2, 2024: Get ready for the Biggest Fair Ever at this celebration of exciting entertainment, incredible list of big name concerts, food & FUN!
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> Great Swamp Conservancy
8375 N Main St, Canastota, NY 13032
The Great Swamp's Conservancy fosters environmental education, biological diversity and conservation of natural resources in the Oneida Lake and Lake Ontario Watersheds.
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> Green Lakes Golf Course
7900 Green Lakes Road, Fayetteville, NY 13066
This scenic 18-hole course is one of the first golf courses designed by Robert Trent Jones, one of the game's most innovative golf course architects.
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> Green Lakes State Park
7900 Green Lakes Rd, Fayetteville, NY 13066
Green Lakes State Park is unique for its two glacially formed, meromictic lakes, two of only a few lakes in the U.S. that are.
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> Griffiss International Sculpture Garden and Nature Trail
12 Gates St., Utica, NY 13502
Griffiss International Sculpture Garden is a unique outdoor sculpture garden located on the grounds of the Griffiss Business and Technology Park in Rome.
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> Herkimer Diamond KOA Resort
4626 NY-28, Herkimer, NY 13350
Not only does Herkimer Diamond KOA Resort have RV and tent sites, it also offers uniquely themed cottages and lodges.
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> Heron Creek Golf Club
151 Kirkland Ave., Clinton, NY 13323
Nestled just outside the historic village of Clinton, Heron Creek is a 9-hole public course featuring 3207 yards and par 36.
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> Hike to Chittenango Falls
2300 Rathbun Road, Cazenovia, NY 13035
Chittenango Falls State Park features a spectacular 167-foot waterfall cascading over 400-million-year-old bedrock to flow under a scenic wooden bridge.
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> Mayfair Campground NY
3250 Old State Route 49, Blossvale, NY 13308
Located on 55 acres along scenic Fish Creek, this family-owned campground is not far from area attractions like Sylvan Beach, Turning Stone Casino and Vernon Downs Casino.
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> McConnellsville Golf Club
3007 McConnellsville Road, Blossvale, NY 13308
McConnellsville boasts 18 holes open to the public. The Pro Shop is headed up by PGA Professional, Brian Netti, who also offers lessons.
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> Mine Kill State Park
161 Mine Kill Road, North Blenheim, NY 12131
Located in the scenic Schoharie Valley, the 500-acre state park is named for Mine Kill Creek, which runs through a narrow gorge in the park and features the 80-foot Mine Kill Falls.
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> Mine Kill State Park Offers Winter Fun
161 Mine Kill Road, North Blenheim, NY 12131
Mine Kill State Park offers a great diversity of birds to spy, in particular the bald eagle, blue bird and wild turkey, more easily visible in the winter.
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> Mohawk Glen Golf Course
880 Perimeter Road, Rome, NY 13441
Mohawk Glen Golf Club is a 9-hole, par 36 golf course and driving range. The clubhouse serves adult and non-alcoholic beverages.
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> Olde Oak Golf Club
6113 Town Isle Road, Kirkville, NY 13082
Olde Oak Golf Course is an18-hole championship golf course with 4 sets of tees ranging from 5755 to 6925 yards
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> Learn about raising fingerlings in the Oneida Fish Hatchery
3 Hatchery Road, Constantia, NY 13044
The Oneida Fish Culture Station specializes in raising walleye, but it does occasionally raise some rare fish like lake sturgeon, paddlefish and whitefish.
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> Oquaga Creek State Park
5995 County Road 20, Bainbridge, NY 13733
The 1,385-acre Oquaga Creek State Park features the 55-acre Arctic Lake with a sandy beach, wooded campsites, nature and hiking trails and primitive wooded campsites.
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> Otisco Lake Campgrounds and Marina
1544 Otisco Valley Road, Marietta, NY 13110
This small private campground is picturesquely located at the south end of Otisco Lake, one of the Finger Lakes, offering a quiet environment with a boat launch and boat docks.
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> Pixley Falls State Park
11430 State Route 46, Boonville, NY 13309
This 375-acre day-use park is open all year and gets its name from a 50-foot (15 m) waterfall, Pixley Falls, accessible via a short hiking trail.
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> Pleasant Lake Campground
65 Wigwam Road, Pennellville, NY 13132
Pleasant Lake Campgrounds offers more than 100 trailer sites along with a variety of tent sites and three cabins to rent.
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> Rail Explorers Cooperstown
136 E Main St. Milford, NY 13807
Take a ride on the rails with a rail bike adventure through Rail Explorers in Cooperstown.
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> Rolling Hills Birding Trail
7900 Green Lakes Rd, Fayetteville, NY 13066
Green Lakes State Park was established in 1928, and has excellent birding trails, and boating sites. It has two glacially formed lakes, and rolling, wooded hills ..
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> Rome Hatchery
8306 Fish Hatchery Road, Rome, NY 13440
This facility is one of the Department of Environmental Conservation’s (DEC) largest hatcheries boasting an annual production of nearly 160,000 pounds of brook, rainbow and brown trout.
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> RPM Raceway at Destiny USA
9090 Destiny USA Drive, Syracuse, NY 13204
Experience real head-to-head racing at RPM Raceway and discover why indoor karting for all ages is the fastest-growing sport in the U.S.
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> South Otselic Hatchery
1549 NY-26, South Otselic, NY 13155
With an annual production of 15,000 pounds of fish, this hatchery rears the entire statewide supply of tiger muskellunge and produces pond-reared walleye fingerlings.
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> SUNY Broome Ice Center
907 Front St., Binghamton, NY 13905
The SUNY Broome Ice Center is a 758-seat hockey arena that hosts a number of community groups and organizations as well as open skate time, lunch time skate and Skate and Shoot.
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> Syracuse Boat Tours
7439 Hillside Road, Baldwinsville, New York 13027
Climb aboard a 22-passenger party barge for cruises that depart daily through September.
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> Tecumseh Golf Club
200 Waring Road, Syracuse, NY 13224
Just minutes from downtown Syracuse, Tecumseh offers a challenging and competitive 9-hole golf course plus a trending, 18-hole "FootGolf" course.
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> The Landing Campground
2796 Kellogg Road, Blossvale, NY 13308
Conveniently located between Utica and Syracuse, this family-oriented waterfront campground features both tenting and RV sites and offers a complete range of amenities.
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> The Links at Erie Village
5904 North Burdick Street, East Syracuse, NY 13057
This family-owned, 18-hole golf course in East Syracuse features 6,704 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71.
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> Enjoy Turning Stone Resort & Casino 30 miles from Syracuse
5218 Patrick Road, Verona, NY 13478
Turning Stone Resort Casino is a premier four-season, destination resort with a championship golf course, located just 30 miles east of Syracuse.
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> Turning Stone Resort and Casino Golf Course
5218 Patrick Rd. Verona, NY 13478
The Turning Stone Resort and Casino is not just for gaming and entertainment! You can also walk the beautiful fairways where PGA champions like Tiger Woods, Camilo Villegas and Matt Kuchar walked.
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> Utica-Rome Speedway
5591 NY-5, Vernon, NY 13476
This speedway facility is just 40 minutes east of Syracuse and features a 3/10-mile, low banked, clay oval and a half-mile, semi banked, clay oval racetracks.
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> VanHornesville Hatchery
1285 Chyle Road, Van Hornesville, NY 13475
VanHornesville Hatchery raises only rainbow trout, with production totaling about 30,000 pounds.
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> Verona Beach State Park
6541 Lakeshore Road South, Route 13, Verona Beach, NY 13162
Located on the eastern shore of glistening Oneida Lake, Verona Beach State Park is a picnicker's and camper's delight.
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> Winter Fun at Betty & Wilber Davis State Park
Davis Road, Worcester, NY 12197
Perched atop a hill, this 229-acre state park provides spectacular views and is bedecked with a forest of hardwoods, areas of conifer plantation, gently rolling meadowlands and two ponds.
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> WonderWorks at Destiny USA
9090 Destiny USA Dr., Syracuse, NY 13204
An amusement park for the mind, WonderWorks features more than 100 hands-on science exhibits as well as laser tag, a ropes course and a 4D motion ride.
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> Woodgate Pines Golf Club
2965 Hayes Road W., Boonville, NY 13309
Nestled at the basin of the Black River, Woodgate Pines Golf Club is a scenic 18-hole course that is just a short drive from the Adirondacks, Tug Hill and the Mohawk Valley.
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> Woods Valley - Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing
9074 Dopp Hill Road North, Westernville, NY 13486
Located North of Rome, NY, Woods Valley is the skiing, snowboarding, tubing and live music destination in the Mohawk Valley.
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> You'll Love Winter at Delta Lake State Park
8797 NY-46, Rome, NY 13440
Along with winter beauty, Delta Lake State Park offers ice fishing, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing...
