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Watkins Glen State Park waterfall canyon - It's difficult not to feel spellbound walking into this captivating canyon. The park's springs cascade down 400 ft, over 200 ft of cliffs, and into 19 picturesque waterfalls.

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Watkins Glen State Park waterfall canyon - Walk the trails on the rim of the Cavern Cascade and take in the incredible sights at the fabulous Finger Lakes.

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Sleepy Hollow - Whether you're a big fan of the 1999 Tim Burton film and Fox television series or you simply want to experience this spooky spot up close, Sleepy Hollow is worth the trip.

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Sleepy Hollow - If you find it fun to be frightened, then the Sleepy Hollow Cemetery and creepy carriage roads twisting and turning around the village's woodlands are sure to scare you to your heart's content.

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Hudson Valley - This awe-inspiring region between the Hudson River and Albany, NY, is home to a plethora of vineyards and farms. If you're looking for organic wine and produce, Hudson Valley is the perfect stop.

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Taughannock Falls State Park in Finger Lakes - This 750-acre state park just northwest of Ithaca boasts a waterfall and lush forests you just have to see to believe.

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The Adirondacks - This dome-shaped collection of mountain formations is truly a dream come true. With incredible attractions like a human-sized bird nest and a staircase winding up a tree trunk, how much more magical can one place be?

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The Adirondacks - The park showcases a chain of wooden bridges called the Wild Walk, which wind through the park's wondrous woodlands. Don't forget to check out the four-story twig tree house on your next visit!

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Woodstock - Whether you were present for the iconic flower child celebrations during the Summer of Love in the 60s—or you wish you were—this town in upstate New York needs to be on your bucket list.

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Woodstock - Get in the hippie spirit and get some swanky souvenirs with a trip to the town's 1903 Byrdcliffe art colony, which is one of the oldest in the country.

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Pollepel Island -

Located along the rushing Hudson River, just 60 mi north of Manhattan, you can find a mostly rock-covered island which was once used to store military surplus items in the early 1900s. 

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Pollepel Island -

A trip to this eerie island would not be complete without seeing the impressive ruins of Bannerman's Castle. You can also get a view of the castle's remains from the Metro-North Railroad Hudson Line.

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Kaaterskill Clove in the Catskills Mountains - Beyond the lovely fall foliage, the two-stage Kaaterskill Falls near Hunter, NY is a perfect postcard view.

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Lake Placid - No, this isn't just the set of a cheesy '90s horror flick. This pristine village in upstate New York is just the place to be if you want a weekend filled with rest and relaxation.

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Lake Placid - Whether you're up for a relaxing day fishing or just some good peace and quiet, this is just the ticket to escape the hustle and bustle of NYC.

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North–South Lake - Nestled in the Hudson Valley of the Catskills Mountains overlooking the Hudson River lies the glorious 1,100-acre campground of North-South Lake.

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Syracuse - If you want some nightlife and shopping without the crowds and craziness of New York City, head down to this historic East Coast city.

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New Paltz - This quaint mountain town just south of Albany is positively charming and filled with history. The seven restored 18th-century stone houses in Huguenot Street Historic District are a must-see.

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New Paltz - The Mohonk Mountain House has everything you want in a nice resort, from golfing to an upscale spa. Not to mention, the Mohonk Nature Preserve has over 75 mi worth of trails to explore.

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The Olana State Historic Park - In the middle of gorgeous green valleys near Greenport, NY, you can find the incredible Olana State Historic Site, a house museum which seems much more like an ancient palace than a home.

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Skaneateles Lake - Otherwise known as "The Roof Garden of the Lakes," this body of water towers over the rest of the Finger Lakes at an altitude of 863.27 ft.

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Skaneateles Lake - The water is also cleaner than the rest of the Finger Lakes. It is so pure in fact that the city of Syracuse and neighboring municipalities use it completely unfiltered. Feel free to take a sip, the water's fine!

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The Tongue Mountain Range -

For those in search of an adventure in the great outdoors, look no further than this 12.6 mi hiking loop in the woods surrounding the crystal clear Lake George.

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Letchworth State Park - This scenic park just 35 mi southwest of Rochester features three massive and magnificent waterfalls in a 550 ft gorge affectionately nicknamed the "Grand Canyon of the East."

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Tarrytown - On the eastern bank of the Hudson River, just 25 mi away from New York City, there lies the perfect escape from city stresses in the lovely village of Tarrytown.

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Tarrytown - This town is an architecture lover's fantasy, with a 19th-century castle, the Sunnyside estates, and the Gothic-style Lyndhurst house along the Hudson River.

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Algonquin Peak -

This isn't just one of the 46 Adirondack mountains. It is actually the second-highest mountain in the entire state of New York, so if you're looking for a challenging summit, you've got it.

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Cayuga–Seneca Canal - This 20-mi long channel connecting the Erie Canal to Seneca Lake and Cayuga Lake is a great spot for kayakers. On a side note, the nearby Seneca Falls are to die for.

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Montauk Point Lighthouse - On top of the fourth-oldest lighthouse in America, you can witness breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and incredible valleys of eastern Long Island.

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