Another of the picturesque lake-side towns in the Finger Lakes Region, Watkins Glen offers visitors a diverse selection of activities or a day out. The Finger Lakes region is famous for its beautiful scenery and if you are up for some exercise you can see no fewer than 19 waterfalls along the spectacular Gorge Trail in the Watkins Glen State Park. You could easily spend the whole day on Seneca Lake, where you can take a scenic boat cruise, go fishing, rent a kayak or canoe or practice paddle boarding. Art lovers can feast their eyes on the collections at the Franklin Street Art Gallery and the Skyland Art Barn. Watkins Glen also offers great theater, shopping, dining and wining.

Watkins Glen, NY 14891

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