Living in upstate NY we have plenty to do all year round, especially in the summer time. Michael and I both love camping so instead of leaving the state last summer, we decided to travel here and camp. About 30 minutes down the road you run straight into Seneca Lake. The Finger Lakes are rich in beauty, bounty, and entertainment.
Watkins Glen State Park is a huge tourist destination. You get to walk through a natural made gorge and experience stunning waterfalls. If you have enough lung power you can hike all the trails which can get pretty steep, but it is worth it in the end. I have only done it one time and nearly didn't finish due to an asthma attack, but a couple of hits off the puffer and a few encouraging words, and I made it to the top.
We decided to camp last year at the state park camping grounds. It was one of the best maintained camp areas I had ever stayed at. The bathrooms were well cared for, they had new playgrounds, and educational opportunities in the evening time. The camp site we had was secluded yet close enough to the bathroom and activities that it wasn't too bad of a hike.
How could you wake up each morning and NOT want to see this?
In Watkins, they also have a nice boat tour of the lake which tells you some history of the lake and how the area was settled. A few miles up the road you can go to a huge open air flea market called The Windmill. Loads of fresh produce locally grown, baked goods, handmade crafts and other sundries. Also up in that area is Reisinger's Apple Country where you can go sit in the big chair and then pick some of the most flavorful apples I've ever eaten. The family is kind and informative.
So if you are looking for a great place to camp and you'll be in upstate NY, then you should consider Watkins Glen State Park. You won't be sorry.
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