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Extraordinary Outdoor Experiences for Everyone

The Finger Lakes region was made for outdoor enthusiasts, offering experiences as diverse as its landscapes. With rolling hills, deep valleys, and abundant lakes carved by prehistoric glaciers, this is nature’s playground. Each season transforms the opportunities to explore, from snow-covered winter trails and vibrant fall foliage to blooming springs and farm fresh summers. What makes us special isn’t just our unique geology, but the warmth of the friendly communities in and between every historic city and rural town. So come explore, unwind, and discover all this captivating region has to offer.

Outdoor Enthusiasts (as seen in video)

Conrad Baker, Letchworth State Park. Debbie Lyon, Saunders Finger Lakes Museum. Josh Teeter, New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. The Muller Family (Chris, Corinne, Caleb, and Joshua). Jennifer Wells, Paddle’N’More. Bill Waterhouse, Trail Otter. Mark Moskal, Summit to Stream Adventures. Kurt Hoefig, Finger Lakes Fishing Guide. Suzanne Hunt, Hunt Country Vineyards. Matt Curbeau, Professional Cyclist. Kadie Tower, Hand Cyclist. Anita O’Brien, Rochester Accessible Adventures. Brian Emelson, Victor Parks & Recreation. Persephone Boyd, Essential Healing Now, LLC. Justin Boyd. Ensley Hobart. Matt Stevenson, Inns of Aurora. Danny Lippincott, Rochester Accessible Adventures.

Locations to Explore (as seen in video)

Letchworth State Park, Livingston County. Cayuga-Seneca Canal, Seneca County. Cayuga Lake, Tompkins County. Taughannock Falls State Park, Tompkins County. Erie Canalway Trail, Fairport, Ontario County. Steuben Brewing Company and Surrounding Area, Steuben and Yates Counties. Keuka Lake, Yates County. Keuka Lake Outlet Trail, Yates County. Long Point State Park, Cayuga Lake, Cayuga County. Hunt Country Vineyards, Branchport, Yates County. Victor Recreation Department, Victor, Ontario County. Harris Hill Soaring, Elmira, Chemung. Glen Hollow Inn, Naples, Ontario. Discover Cayuga Lake, Cayuga Lake, Tompkins and Cayuga Counties. Inns of Aurora, Aurora, Cayuga County. Naples Boat Launch, Canandaigua Lake, Ontario County. Autism Nature Trail, Letchworth State Park, Livingston County.

Passion Points

How do you connect with the great outdoors? Maybe it’s hiking through lush forests and carved gorges, cycling along vineyards and gritty roads, or paddling serene lakes and historic waterways. Perhaps you prefer to cast your line into world-class fishing waters or enjoy the pace of slow travel, savoring peaceful moments in nature and farm-to-table meals. The Finger Lakes region has it all. Whether you seek adventure, connection, or tranquility, The Finger Lakes Outdoor Experience promises something unforgettable for every ability, in every season.

From glistening lakes and cascading waterfalls to flourishing vineyards and abundant wildlife, the Finger Lakes region is defined by its remarkable natural beauty. Preserving these environments is essential to ensuring that the Finger Lakes region remains extraordinary for both residents and visitors for years to come. 

To support this mission, we’re partnering with Leave No Trace, a globally recognized non-profit organization that’s committed to protecting the planet by providing science, research, and simple guidelines.

Leave No Trace empowers individuals and communities to enjoy nature in a way that sustains it for the future. Whether you’re exploring your own backyard or visiting the Finger Lakes for the first time, you can make a difference by following the Leave No Trace 7 Principles: