Baltimore Woods

This is a great place to go. I went for the first time to attend a quilting retreat. I attended for…read morejust the day on Saturday but most of the other members (about 17 of them) stayed the entire weekend. This was the third year our guild has chosen to have the retreat here and we are coming back again next year. Dates are booked. Beautiful views of the lake. Cabin like accommodations where we were. The food at the dining room was amazingly good. Perfectly seasoned and gourmet ingredients. They don't skimp on food quality. The staff were all extremely nice and very helpful. I have only good things to say about my experience.

From the owner: The history of Casowasco is as interesting as the site is beautiful. Purchased by the Central New…read moreYork Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church (now the Upper New York Annual Conference) in 1946, for a fraction of the asking price, the Case property fulfilled the dream of a place where lives could be changed. Casowasco is the former summer estate of the Theodore Case family. The property then included 73 acres of land, much of it wooded. It also included a mile of shoreline, a freshwater stream, a beautifully landscaped delta on which stood three large residences, a barn, a boathouse, a clay tennis court, and a small single lane bowling alley. A railroad, following the path of the old Auburn to Moravia plank road, ran along the shoreline. The building we now call Galilee was built in 1896 and served as the actual residence of the Case family and its many distinguished guests.

Primitive Pursuits

My child loves going to this camp. The counselors are engaging with the kids and with adults. My…read moredaughter brings home tons of knowledge about plants and animals each day. The fire making and stone drilling activities also piqued her interest. I would give this camp 5 stars except for the fact that the camp end time doesn't accommodate working families. The regular day ends at 3:30 and "epic" day ends at 4:30. It would be so much more epic for parents if there was an extended day program until 5 or 5:30.

My son has high functioning autism and this is his first camp. I can't say enough great things…read moreabout this camp. He has loved every second and his counselor, Jeremiah, is amazing with him. Thank you to all who have a role in this camp, you've given one little boy a dream week!!

4-H Camp Owahta

This camp appears to be exactly what we're looking for our children to experience this summer! Not…read moreonly is it rustic, but it is also well organized with tons of activities including: waterfront, recreation, arts & crafts, nature trails, ropes course, gardening, and caring for farm animals. I was very pleased to learn that the focus seems to be on human interaction and outdoor activities. I stopped sending my children to another local summer camp when I noticed campers arriving with electronics, coolers full of food, and camp counselors riding around in several golf carts. These aren't the values or lessons I want my children learning from their summer camp experience. Once our children attend overnight camp for a week this summer, I will update this review with all the details of their stay!

I found this camp through word of mouth and am so thankful I did. It offered the exact camp…read moreexperience I wanted my children to have. Settled in the middle of nature, the atmosphere promotes relaxation and fosters positivity and social interaction without the negative interference of electronics. The camp director, Maria, made my first time without my children for a week, such a positive experience. I sent four children this summer and one did have a very difficult time with home sickness. Maria was AMAZING with how she handled his difficulties, stayed in touch with me and still encouraged my son. I could not have asked for any better of experience for my children and will definitely be sending my children again, and again, and again!!!!

Big Easy Stables

I can't say enough good things about Big Easy Stables. From the moment we arrived, it was clear…read morethat the horses are genuinely loved and well cared for. Their health, happiness, and well-being always come first, and that gives me so much confidence as a rider and horse owner. The lesson program has been an incredible experience. The group lessons are affordable without sacrificing quality, and every lesson is thoughtfully planned. Riders are encouraged, challenged at their own pace, and taught with patience, kindness, and a strong focus on safety and horsemanship--not just riding. What really stands out is the welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. Whether you're a complete beginner or have years of experience, everyone is made to feel like they belong. We've grown so much in confidence and skills thanks to the knowledgeable instruction and supportive environment. If you're looking for a place where horses receive exceptional care and riders of all ages can learn, grow, and truly enjoy the sport.

Cayuga Nature Center

4.1

(11 reviews)

This stop was definitely on the way out of business or not really sure the status. It is a donation…read morebased visit so you can give what you are able to and/or want. When exploring it was very difficult to navigate as there was little to no signage for the trails. We explored around back as the lodge was closed. All of the animals were relocated elsewhere, which I prefer personally seemed very small of an establishment to maintain any animal life. There is a short walk to the back field and there is an awesome 6-story treehouse that you can go in and climb around. We explored for a bit and went on our way. Definitely a neat feature to check out for a quick time kill.

We arrived after hours, so we weren't able to check out the interior, but we visited the 6 story…read moretree house (a short walk from the back of the nature center), which was as awesome as it sounds. It was impressive that a group of students built the structure, and my kids had fun running around and scaring each other at each turn. :) There is a lovely field near the nature center with a pollinator garden, so if we had more time, we would've spent time running around there too. I was sad to see that the animal habitats were empty with signs that this was due to a lack of funding. Please support this awesome nature center!

Camp Whitman

3.7

(3 reviews)

I wish I had taken some pictures but I didn't think to review them until I left. We had 4 cabins…read morebooked for our family for Mon-Thurs. All the cabins has been recently updated and felt very clean. Mattresses were pretty good especially for camping. The cabins come stocked with paper towel, coffee, mugs, coffee pot, dish and hand soap, tp, garbage bags, sponge and first aid kit. You do still have to bring basically all your stuff as if you were camping. The pool has 2 canopy areas with picnic tables underneath. The pool is only open when the lifeguard is on duty which is a bummer but understandable. There is a short walk to the water where the canoeing/boating/docks are. It is a walk back up a hill but it's not too horrible. The groundskeeper also keeps some livestock onsite which our 2 year loved. She got to hold some baby chicks and we saw sheep roaming free. Nearby places to check out include wineries (obviously) Shtayburn Dairy, FLX Weinery and climbing bines brewery. This place is very affordable and the amenities are a great deal for the price, where else can you stay this cheap on Seneca Lake?

I went here and it was terrible, the food was gross and I couldn't wait to get out of there. The…read moreshowers were moldy. When we went sailboating the wind died and We had to swim the sailboat to shore as they were watching, not safe at all. The partner I was paired up with refused to get in the water since she doesn't like swimming. I would not recommend this place.

Camillus Unique Area

Camillus Forrest Unique Area is indeed a unique and truly an unexpected bit of land tucked away in…read morelil ol' Camillus NY. I spent half of my life in this area and never knew such a place existed... If you, too, are unaware, then it's time you explored this little gem. We stopped by on a very random, cloudy, and cool weekday afternoon. The parking area held a couple of cars but has plenty of spots for more. At the edge of the lot, we found a map highlighting several different trails ranging in difficultly. We opted to keep it light to start and took a simple loop which saw some beautiful landscape. after running into a fellow hiker and his dog, who frequent the trails, we decided to keep going, as per the hikers rec. Let me tell ya -- if you keep going up, you'll find yourself with some unexpected and lovely views of Camillus and beyond. I would definitely not call myself a hiker, but I'm so glad we decided to keep going, totally worth the journey. And just a reminder that as you climb the elevation to find those views.. its down hill back to the parking lot.

As newer trail walker this was a great experience! I did have a hard time following the postage but…read moreI didn't really mind. Beautiful views and very peaceful

Onondaga Park

What a treasure that is right in Syracuse. I went for a 3 mile walk today with my friend and really…read moreenjoyed the landscape and the views. From the mountain goat high spot of the park you can see all of downtown, it's really cool!!! A lot of spots to sit and relax and the homes surrounding the upper Park are just gorgeous.

This park invented Onondagamatopoeia, so it's shhhhhurely the most sooooothing sssseeea shhhhore in…read morethe Sssssyracuse area. OK what the f*** am I talking about. But it's a spectacular Park in Syracuse that is the highlight of the inner city SYR area. I like it even more than I like being Onondated by Dating prospects. This wonderful wooded park space is large and gorgeous much like my girlfriend. There are two sections, Upper and Lower, and both are lovely. Definitely the most relaxing place to hang out and people watch during the summer in the inner city area, and bettered only by Onondaga Lake Park (totally different) in the wider region.

Gillie Lake

3.5

Quiet little outdoor spot. There are better outdoor spaces to choose from, but this isn't bad.read more

No dogs allowed, probably because people didn't clean up, but I still see dogs with those who don't…read morefollow the rules. Stop deleting my review.

Green Lakes State Park

(152 reviews)

Green Lakes is such a beautiful place. Love walking around the 2 lakes, such a quiet and peaceful…read morewalk. Lots of walking trails, campground, kayak rentals and swimming. Everyone should go to Green Lakes at least once, Highly Recommend !!

Pretty nice drive and golf course on the property. Nice trails for walking and beaches for picnic…read more. Spent some time driving around and enjoying nature.

Baltimore Woods Nature Center

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Marcellus Park

4.9

(7 reviews)

7 years ago when my wife and I were searching for a new home we happened by chance to drive through…read moreand take lunch at Marcellus Park. And to be honest this park with it's well maintained grounds, trails, multiple ball fields, volleyball pits, facilities, open space and overall charm was one of the deciding factors as why we now call Marcellus our home. Over the years we've enjoyed multiple events from Ole Home Days, to 4th of July as well as family picnics and parties under the pavilions to simple walks along the trails to family gatherings at the play grounds and so on. This beautiful park in the heart of Marcellus is something special.

This is a good size park with marked walking trails. They have bathrooms which is a plus! Also a…read morevery nice playground for the kids. I was pleasantly surprised at how well kept the park was. The trails were gravel which makes them easy to walk. I saw many fisherman near the creek side. They had posted open fishing starting April 1st until I think October. I asked a fisherman what he was fishing for and he said trout. Definitely check it out if your in the area.

Pratts Falls Park

4.7

(19 reviews)

This is a beautiful Onondaga County Park. There are several well marked trails of different…read morelengths. The two we walked were nice and shady, 1.2 and.6 miles, but because of the stairs and inclines, it ended up being a vigorous workout. The lower waterfall observation area was shady and beautiful with several benches to rest before the climb back up the stairs. The bathrooms were clean and it was a beautiful day.

I visited a couple of weeks ago, back when we had warm-but-not-yet-sweltering weather. This park is…read morea bit of a distance from Syracuse, but worth the drive. It's not too far off from Heritage Hill Brewery, so you can do a two-for and visit both-- however the park is lovely and worth a visit on its own. There's an overlook near the entrance where you can get a glimpse of the waterfall. However, the falls are also within walking distance of the start of the trail. The hill is on a slant and there are steep stairs, so the view may not be accessible for those who have difficulty walking. However, it was so calming just to sit and watch and listening to the waterfall. The day I went, there were others out but the paths didn't feel claustrophobic. I took some time and walked through the woods. The trail I took was relatively short, I think about a half mile total. I appreciated that there was a marker at the start that let you know how long it was. I am by no means a regular hiker (hoping to change that one day!) but this trail wasn't exhausting and was quite serene. This is a great park with a great waterfall and is definitely worth checking out!

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I needed to stretch it out while in Syracuse for work. I was staying downtown and decided to join a…read moreLunch Hour Vinyasa class at O Yoga Studio on Friday afternoon. I walked there and will admit it was a bit hard to find for an out of towner like me. It's located within a warehouse type building on the fourth floor. There's parking around back for those that can drive. Once found, you enter a super serene space. There are two studios that they hold classes in, one larger than the other. The staff was super kind and showed me around beforehand. Unlike some studios, they have plenty of mats which you can use for free but you may want to bring your own towel. The class itself was geared towards beginners. It was really slow and didn't leave me feeling very energized like one might hope. It could have just been this particular class, so that's why I still give it four stars. It's $17 for a drop in, and their $90 unlimited monthly price is a great deal! Overall, I really enjoyed the general vibe of this place. It's everything I would hope for in a yoga studio. I just wish I had more time to try out other classes to find the right speed I was looking for.

Ashtanga Yoga Syracuse

On a recent visit to Syracuse I had the good fortune of taking a guided Ashtanga class with…read moreJennifer. Her instruction, adjustments and all around humanity were a breath of fresh air. And the space is very nice as well.

I am 6', 233 lbs and definitely in need of yoga classes, since i have been away for a year…read more Jennifer was prompt and polite in returning my emails to set up a first class with her. At my first class with Jennifer, she was easy to build rapport with and extremely helpful because she did not judge my size and inflexible body. Her instruction was top notch, more importantly, as we slowly went through the A, B and closing routines. I very much look forward to doing yoga in her cool space and being gently and compassionately led one-on-one.

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(6 reviews)

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