Beautiful waterfall at the end of a picturesque street in Montour Falls. As a bonus treat, we saw a…read morefamily of five river otters swimming and climbing. Magical moment. Of course nature doesn't perform on demand, but maybe you'll be lucky to experience a sighting of your own. A must visit. Lots of little shops, a café, and a pizzeria in the area as well.

Wonderful falls. Great place to stop and walk the historic district. One of the best selfie…read moreopportunities around.

You've got to love the Finger Lakes. This waterfall is on the side of a road and there is parking…read moreacross the street. It's so pretty especially when there's a lot of water or melted ice. The biggest downside is you have to hoof it across a road that's 40 mph but very cool for pictures, quiet reflection, or just enjoying nature.

Thursday, August 13, 2020 " Aunt Sarah's" Waterfall outside of Montour Falls, NY. Tony & I was…read morethere celebrating his birthday weekend Free to visit the waterfall. There is a very small parking area due to Waterfall right beside the road. Larger parking across the street Very lovely park!

A small little waterfall stop along the side of the road with a parking lot right across the…read morestreet. Found a few dead shellfish in the water but no other visible live creatures. Kids had fun throwing rocks. A nice quick stop. 5 to 10 minutes then continue on the road to see bigger waterfalls. Not much here. Stop to rest if you have time otherwise keep on driving.

A must see when near Montour Falls. Take a moment to pull over and walk up to see this majestic…read morefalls

Get there early get there early get there early. 9 AM is not early. We arrived at 8:45 and we had…read moreplenty of space to walk for about 20 minutes. After that we had to rush through the most popular sites due to the number of groups coming through. All that said this is an AMAZING hike. The guide at the South entrance very helpfully sketched out the best ways to see the popular sites based on how far we wanted to walk. This is doable for littler kids if you walk slowly. $10 for parking is a bargain.

Not sure where to start outside of. Why haven't you been here yet?!…read more I can clearly see why this state park is rated one of the best. 19 waterfalls in under 2 miles?! Say no more sign me up. Yes they may not be epic cascading falls with millions of gallons of water, but Watkins Glen is an epic place to visit. There is a bit of construction going on for the summer 26 season so do a little research for best places to park or what trails may be impacted. It does absolutely nothing to lower the charm of this park though. If you are in the area and bypass this you have truly missed one of the state's gems!

Seneca Lake stretches long and narrow through central New York, its deep blue water framed by…read morerolling hills, vineyards, and small lakeside towns. I found the setting open and expansive, with clear sightlines across the water that changed character depending on the weather and season. The shoreline offered a mix of natural overlooks, parks, marinas, and small developed areas, giving me multiple ways to experience the lake rather than a single central viewpoint. The main highlight for me was the lake itself and the variety of ways to interact with it. The water felt calm and clean in many areas, and the region is especially known for boating, cruising, and lakeside relaxation. Along the surrounding shores, vineyards and wineries are a major part of the identity, and I stopped at a few for tastings with scenic views over the water. The small towns around the lake added to the experience, giving me access to picnic areas, walking paths, and casual waterfront spots where I could take in the lake at a slower pace. The experience around Seneca Lake was generally relaxed and spread out, with no single concentrated entry point or structured route. I took a boat tour from one of the marinas, which gave me a more immersive perspective on the water, and I also pulled over at roadside overlooks and shoreline parks for simpler, quieter moments. Crowds varied by season, with summer being more active and the time I visited feeling much quieter.

Such a great spot for a picnic and a stroll down the pier. The lake is stunning with clear water…read moreand lovely views. It has plenty of public parking and is close to local shops, restaurants and Watkins Glen State Park. You can enjoy the boats coming in and out of the public marina from your picnic table!

Thursday, August 13, 2020 " Raven Cliff" Waterfall outside of Montour Falls, NY located in Havana…read moreGlen Park.. Tony & I was there celebrating his birthday weekend. Very lovely area with small fee of $2

Love this town! Came with my boyfriend (interracial same sex couple) after walking Watkin's Glen…read morepark (breathtaking!). The impressive Montour falls draws the eye. This Thursday, there was a farmer's market with quality bakery items, cheeses, meats, honey, and produce. People were incredibly friendly and initiated conversation regularly. Very relaxed atmosphere with pride in their region (finger lakes, wine country, nascar setting, emerald necklace, etc.)

I stopped by Clute Park with my husband last week when we were in Waktins Glen for a day over the…read moreFourth of July weekend, which we spent exploring the Finger Lakes. We stopped by Clute Park to take in the views of Seneca Lake, and it does have some nice views. There are also basketball courts, bathrooms, a food vendor stand (although they didn't look open when we were there), a beach area, a playground, and more. I'm sure it's a great spot for families staying in town (and especially those staying in the campground across the street from the park), but you can only pay for the day (not for the hour), so we spent about $8 to just by for a bit to enjoy the views. It's probably possible to find street or free parking nearby and then walk over, but - since it was a holiday weekend - parking was harder to find than usual. The views from the park were okay, but I'd say this park is really a place for families to use the amenities in the park, not for casual tourists in town.

We camped here for three nights and it was great. The other campground (Watkins Glen race track)…read morewere very wet because of so much rain, but this campground was dry! Good gravel roads, spacious site, and full hookups made it easy. Very close to down town, kids park across the street, and right at the bottom of the lake; so close to everything. The staff was very nice and accommodating as well. Great place to stay!