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Discover the Finger Lakes Region through our diverse programming initiatives! From historic legacies to thrilling adventures, explore the beauty and intrigue of our region with our array of regional and statewide programs. Join us in celebrating the region’s rich heritage with Brave Women FLX, honoring trailblazing women and women-owned businesses. Dive into the spine-chilling allure of the NYS Haunted History Trail, a statewide endeavor showcasing haunted tourism sites. Cruise the Erie Canal’s 100 Must-See Miles, weaving through picturesque landscapes and captivating tales. These are just glimpses of our collaborative efforts to elevate the Finger Lakes into a premier destination.

Start your journey today and uncover the wonders that await in the Finger Lakes!

Ithaca-Cortland Winter Getaway

The Ithaca–Cortland region makes the perfect winter destination getaway for outdoor adventure lovers, culture seekers, families, and foodies alike. An easy drive from many major cities in the northeast, this destination ticks all of the winter getaway boxes: winter recreation, great food, amazing museums, and affordable accommodations.

Haunted History Trail of New York State

The Haunted History Trail of New York State is every ghost lover’s dream, offering over 90 spine-chilling locations hiding in plain sight. From haunted hotels to eerie restaurants, museums to historic landmarks, each site teems with paranormal activity waiting to be experienced firsthand. Take part in ghost hunts, and guided tours, or book a stay at one of the haunted inns for a chance to encounter over 400 years of chilling history. And just remember, these are only the locations people have reported…who knows what else is waiting to be found in The Finger Lakes.

ROC/FLX Beverage Trail

Connecting breweries, brew pubs, distilleries, wineries and hard cideries from Rochester through Ontario County, with parts of Livingston and Wayne County. With over 35 wineries, breweries, cideries and distilleries on the map, and more popping up every day, the Rochester/Finger Lakes craft beverage culture is in full force.

Brave Women FLX

A one-of-a-kind journey through the heart of New York’s Finger Lakes region that celebrates the bold, fearless and trailblazing women who have shaped this unique area. Dive into a vibrant mix of history, culture, and adventure as you follow in the footsteps of pioneering women who have inspired change—from women’s rights activists and abolitionists to modern-day entrepreneurs and artists.

Lake Ontario Wine Trail

The Lake Ontario Wine Trail stretches from the eastern corner of Monroe County NY, encompasses the vast majority of Wayne County and now stretches into Cayuga County.

Due to our location along the shores of Lake Ontario, our wineries, cideries, brewery, and farms produce some of the best fruit in New York State. Our soil and climate, coupled with our years of experience in the industry, make our wines, spirits, and hard ciders unique. Each bottle is handcrafted with care; with each look, smell, and sip, we are offering you a small taste of what we have to offer.

Erie Canal Along the Finger Lakes

The Erie Canal winds through the Finger Lakes Region, offering a rich blend of historic charm and natural beauty. Along this storied waterway, visitors can explore the “Must See 100 Miles,” a curated stretch filled with iconic experiences—from picturesque canal towns and lock systems to vibrant cultural landmarks and recreational trails. Highlights include charming villages like Fairport and Pittsford, where history and hospitality converge. The “Treasures Along the Erie Canal” initiative celebrates hidden gems and authentic local experiences—like artisan shops, farm-fresh eateries, and heritage museums—that bring the canal’s legacy to life. In this Bicentennial year of the Erie Canal, these two programs offer visitors unique and engaging ways to experience the beauty and history of the canal in the Finger Lakes region—whether through iconic landmarks along the Must See 100 Miles or through the hidden gems highlighted in Treasures Along the Erie Canal.

Wine, Water & Wonders

Hit the open roads and discover all the amazing experiences that New York State has to offer beyond the Big Apple – from the Hudson Valley up to the Adirondacks across the Finger Lakes and on to Niagara Falls USA!

Cayuga Lake Scenic Byway

Immerse yourself in a glacial landscape carved thousands of years ago. Your 86-mile journey will take you through communities rich in history and tradition. It’s all here just waiting for you, year-round, to explore!

You’ll experience the landscape from the south end’s hill country to the north end’s 9,800-acre wetland flats. See breathtaking waterfalls cascading down the steep hillsides replenishing the sparkling water of Cayuga Lake. Farms and vineyards line gently rolling slopes cultivating a bounty of crops that are transformed into award-winning food and drink. Bald eagles and osprey ply the waters of Cayuga Lake for their next meal of freshwater fish, prized by human anglers alike.