Grimes Glen is located off Vine Street, just outside the village of Naples. Until 2008, this land was privately owned, though the owner generously allowed for public access. The park is now owned by Ontario County and is a public park. There is now a decent sized parking lot, though it still fills up quickly … More Grimes Glen
Most of the Finger Lakes have some kind of park at the northern tip. And while the parks on the southern end of the lakes tend to get more foot traffic and notoriety, with good reason – they are typically home to more of the gorgeous gorges and some world class waterfalls, the northern tip … More Kershaw Park & Canandaigua City Pier
The Sonnenberg Gardens and Mansion are a large complex of man-made and natural wonder right in the heart of the city of Canandaigua. The garden and home were originally built and owned by a wealthy New York City bank financier named Frederick Ferris Thompson and his wife, Mary Clark Thompson. They purchased the Sonnenberg property … More Sonnenberg Gardens and Mansion
Views of the lakes tend to get all of the publicity in the Finger Lakes region. But with rolling hillsides and pastoral valleys, there are plenty of beautiful non-lake views to take in, too! One of our favorite non-lake views that is easily accessible to most visitors is at the Jump Off on Gannett Hill … More Gannett Hill Jump Off
When people in the know discuss good beer in the Finger Lakes, undoubtedly Other Half Brewing is one of the first names to come up. What started as a small craft brewery in Brooklyn has now blossomed into a regional powerhouse of good beer with an international reputation for amazing IPAs. The Finger Lakes region … More Other Half Brewing Company: Finger Lakes
Tucked away up in the hills between Canandaigua Lake and Honeoye Lake, sits a unique learning center dedicated to the nature of the Finger Lakes. Cumming Nature Center, a part of the Rochester Museum and Science Center, is all about hands-on exploration of the flora, fauna, and culture native to the region. The expansive 900-acre … More Cumming Nature Center
Just off the main drag in downtown Canandaigua and a couple of blocks from Frequentem (in case you’re in the mood for brewery hopping), Peacemaker Brewing Company offers a variety of hand-crafted beers, with something for everyone. Although the brewery is just a stone’s throw from the bustle of Main Street, it has a distinctly … More Peacemaker Brewing Company
According to Frequentem Brewing Co., their name means “to gather with good vibes,” and their location on Main Street in Canandaigua creates the perfect space for that. Those good vibes will only grow when you sample their creative and tasty varieties of beer. First walking in the door, you’re greeted by a large vegetative wall … More Frequentem Brewing Co.
[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eEeo1bCwF8Y%5B/embedyt%5D If there is one thing we love in the Finger Lakes more than wine (well, maybe), it’s a good summer festival! One of our regular favorites is the annual Canandaigua Lakefront Art Show in Kershaw Park on the northern shore of Canandaigua Lake. Admission to the festival is free and there is plenty … More Canandaigua Lakefront Art Show
Unfortunately, the Stuart Horse Trials concluded their run in 2015. Each summer, riders and their horses from around the world flock to the rolling hills of Victor, NY to compete in the Stuart Horse Trials. The three day event can be compared to a triathlon, except focusing on the athletic prowess of horses and their riders. Day … More Stuart Horse Trials
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