SEARCH
Icon

View Maps

Maps

Icon

View Guides

Guides

Icon

Join Our Newsletter

Subscribe

I love New York
Canandaigua Lake Scenic

Visit Finger Lakes Blog

Category: Outdoor Activities

Stand up paddleboarding on Canandaigua Lake

Why the Finger Lakes Are Great, Too

By Finger Lakes Visitors Connection on

Occupying the top five spots on the list of largest lakes in the United States, there’s no doubt the Great Lakes make an impression. But lakes Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie and Ontario aren’t the only lakes that are great. New York’s Finger Lakes, while smaller in size, punch well above their weight in terms of scenery, attractions, activities, food and drink. And the deeper you dive, the more you discover! We’ve rounded up just a few reasons the Finger Lakes deserve the “great” title, too…

Read More
middle-finger-5k

11 Finger Lakes Races to Run in 2019

By Kendall Knaak on

Who said vacation needs to be all relaxation? For those looking to get a little cardio in during your Finger Lakes getaway, there are many organized races taking place throughout the year that you can participate in—from a mile-long fun run to the Canandaigua Ultra…

Read More
ontario-county-kids-snow-ball-fight

6 Perfect Finger Lakes Parks for a Snowball Fight

By Finger Lakes Visitors Connection on

The Finger Lakes is a winter lover’s dream. With annual snowfall totals as high as 120 inches, the region offers boundless opportunity for fans of skiing, snowshoeing, sledding and snowboarding. But if you want to have fun in the snow with no equipment except your own two hands, there’s nothing better than a good old-fashioned snowball fight. Luckily, there are plenty of local parks that are perfect for staging a snowy attack. We’ve rounded up six of our favorites below…

Read More
Ontario County Winter

4 Ways to Enjoy Winter While Staying Warm

By Melissa Knoblauch on

The winter air is quiet. Peaceful. Trees in the Finger Lakes are blanketed in white, fields of fresh clean snow glisten in the (sometimes rare) sunlight. Who doesn't smile when reminiscing about the gift of snow days, fort building or catching that elusive snowflake on your tongue? Sure, it gets a little chilly, but nothing a warm sweater and scarf combo can’t take care of. For those who enjoy winter but also love being warm, I’ve got four ideas how you can get out and stay warm while exploring Ontario County in the Finger Lakes…

Read More
roseland-waterpark-canandaigua-splash-factory

Family Fun, Less Sun: Here's Where to Beat the Heat

By Melissa Knoblauch on

Here’s a question: On a scale from one to glowing red campfire embers, how hot have you felt this summer? If you answered anywhere in the range of hotter-than-a-pancake-on-a-frying-pan, you’re not alone. With temperatures deciding to go the way of scorched earth, it’s not uncommon to lather up multiple sunscreen applications, stick your head in the freezerand down enough water to fill a kiddie pool each and every day. In an effort to ease up on the aloe while still enjoying the sunniest slices of summer, we’ve come up with five ways to beat the heat…

Read More
canandaigua-farmers-market-crowd

Check Out What's Poppin' This Summer!

By Kendall Knaak on

Summer is a busy time of the year for Ontario County and its residents. With the warm weather, and the easy lake access (double win),FLXers know how to do summer right. What else is poppin’ in the Finger Lakes during the summer? Fairs, shows and festivals galore! There is still plenty of summer left to create your own itinerary with some Ontario County favorites. …

Read More
Great Blue Heron

5 Birdwatching Gems—For Casual Birders to Experts

With numerous freshwater lakes, wetlands and wooded areas, Ontario County has many places to see birds. Whether you’re a casual birdwatcher or an avid birder, there’s a spot nearby just waiting for you and your binoculars. Here are just a few of my favorites:…

Read More
Previous Page
Next Page