How to Visit Rock Island Lighthouse State Park in the St. Lawrence River
New York is home to 180 state parks. And, while getting to most of them is pretty straightforward, others, like Rock Island Lighthouse State Park in Jefferson County, are a …
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Cruising the St. Lawrence River on a Glass-Bottom Boat with Clayton Island Tours
For 150 years, tourists have been flocking to Clayton, New York to explore the beauty of the St. Lawrence River and its over 1,800 islands. Today, Clayton Island Tours continues …
Visiting Tibbetts Point Lighthouse on the St. Lawrence River
I always love visiting lighthouses, so I was excited when I finally had a chance to head out to Tibbetts Point Lighthouse in New York’s Thousand Islands region. Tibbetts Point …
7 Incredible Waterfalls Near Watkins Glen, New York
I’ve visited hundreds of waterfalls, but the waterfalls near Watkins Glen, NY are some of the best you’ll find anywhere in the region. In fact, there are so many waterfalls …
Hiking to Little Stony Point in Cold Spring, NY
There are many fabulous hikes in the Hudson Valley, but few offer as great a combination of ease and natural beauty as Little Stony Point. Little Stony Point is a …
How to Get to Dover Stone Church in Dutchess County, NY
I’ve visited many incredible outdoor spots in the Hudson Valley, but few have left me in as much awe as Dover Stone Church in Dutchess County. Despite its name, Dover …
Hiking the Fabulous Mongaup River Trail in Orange County, NY
I’ve done a lot of fabulous hikes in New York, and if you’re looking for a relatively easy hike that’s both beautiful and has some historical interest, the Mongaup River …
Visiting Cannon Covered Bridge in Wyoming County, NY
I always love visiting covered bridges during my travels and have visited many of the ones in New York State. So, when I heard that a new covered bridge was …
How to Get to the Waterfall and Dam in Croton Gorge Park in Westchester County, NY
I’ve seen many incredible waterfalls in New York, but few have been as impressive as the waterfall on the Croton Gorge Dam. And, when you combine the beauty here with …
13 Beautiful Waterfalls Near Albany, NY
During my travels around the state, I’ve had a chance to check out many fabulous waterfalls near Albany, NY. While this part of the state isn’t as well-known for waterfalls …