Hiking to the Ruins and Incredible Vista at Franny Reese State Park
Located on a bluff high above the Hudson River near Poughkeepsie, New York, you’ll find the fabulous Franny Reese State Park. Franny Reese State Park first opened to the public …
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How to Get to Death Brook Falls Near Raquette Lake, NY
One of my favorite things about the Adirondacks is how many hidden gems can be found just off of the road if you know where to look, and Death Brook …
Visiting the Fantastic Overlook in Mossy Bank Park in Bath, NY
Located on a bluff high overlooking Bath, NY, you’ll find the beautiful Mossy Bank Park. This 167-acre park was created in the aftermath of a wildfire in 1963 which burned …
Hiking the Gorge Trail at Watkins Glen State Park: Everything You Need to Know
There might be no hike in New York that is more heralded than the Gorge Trail at Watkins Glen State Park, and with good reason. This trail is truly spectacular …
How to Get to Bog River Falls on Tupper Lake in the Adirondacks
Located along the picturesque shores of Tupper Lake in the heart of the Adirondack Park, you’ll find the beautiful Bog River Falls. Bog River Falls is a small waterfall that …
Cruising Seneca Lake with Captain Bill’s Boat Tours
The Finger Lakes region is well known for its great wineries and waterfalls, but the lakes themselves are also something special and worth exploring. So, when visiting Watkins Glen, I …
Family Fun at the Utica Zoo
When I’m traveling throughout New York with my family, I’m always on the lookout for fun things to do with my kids. So, when we were passing through Utica, I …
Exploring Stone Arch Bridge Historical Park in the Catskills
If you’ve been reading this site for a while, you probably know that I’m a big fan of New York’s covered bridges. However, I also love finding other types of …
Hiking to Rensselaerville Falls in Huyck Preserve in Albany County
Located in the southwestern corner of Albany County, New York, you’ll find one of the region’s most beautiful spots: Rensselaerville Falls in the E.N. Huyck Preserve. The E.N. Huyck Preserve …
Exploring the Abandoned Widow Jane Mine in Rosendale, NY
I’m always on the lookout for strange and unique spots to visit in my travels around New York, so when I heard about the Widow Jane Mine, it quickly moved …