About Finger Lakes
The Finger Lakes region of central New York is America's premier inland wine country — eleven glacially carved lakes surrounded by world-class Riesling vineyards, cascading waterfalls, and a farm-to-table food scene that rivals any coastal destination. Cayuga County, Yates County, and the Seneca Lake wine trail anchor a landscape that rewards every season.
Plan Your Trip
Best Time to Visit
Fall (September–October) for harvest season and peak foliage; summer for lake recreation and outdoor festivals; spring for winery season opener.
Getting There
Syracuse Hancock International (SYR) is 45 miles east; Rochester (ROC) is 60 miles west. I-90 (New York Thruway) and US-20 are the main east-west routes.
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Plan Your Visit to Finger Lakes
Best Time to Visit
Fall (September–October) for harvest season and peak foliage; summer for lake recreation and outdoor festivals; spring for winery season opener.
Suggested Trip Length
2–3 days
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Getting There
Syracuse Hancock International (SYR) is 45 miles east; Rochester (ROC) is 60 miles west. I-90 (New York Thruway) and US-20 are the main east-west routes.
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