Get Away From It All
We’re all getting a little stir crazy. Here are some ideas to get away from the news, from other people, from the daily rut—from it all!
30-60 minute drive
10 Spots to Seek Solitude Around Rochester
It’s critical to spend time outside. Here are a few spots that I can recommend where there’s ample space for finding solitude and solace.
The Greater Rochester Nine-County Area
The Greater Rochester Area is made up of 9 counties that fall under the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce. Each county has something special to offer!
Grimes Glen in Naples
Grimes Glen is public, free, and you are encouraged to wade up the creek to the first and second waterfalls, both 60-foot cascades.
Sonnenberg Gardens and Mansion
Sonnenberg Gardens, in the City of Canandaigua, is an exceptional example of the lavish wealth and philanthropy of the Gilded Age.
Hemlock Lake: One of New York’s 11 Finger Lakes
Hemlock Lake is the most pristine of the Finger Lakes. The DEC protects the surrounding land creating this peaceful, forever-wild retreat.
Honeoye Lake: One of New York’s 11 Finger Lakes
Honeoye Lake is the most shallow of the Finger Lakes. You can drive around the entire lake in 30 minutes and witness an amazing view from Harriet Hollister.
Canadice Lake: One of New York’s 11 Finger Lakes
Canadice Lake is the highest, smallest, and most remote-feeling of the Finger Lakes. You can drive around the entire lake in 20 minutes. Enjoy the serenity!
Seneca Lake: One of New York’s 11 Finger Lakes
Seneca Lake has the largest volume, which is roughly half of the water in all of the Finger Lakes. You can drive around the entire lake in 120 minutes.
Oatka Creek in LeRoy
Oatka Creek is a clear centerpiece for the Village of LeRoy, with a waterfall, 2 dams, and an 8 foot Statue of Liberty replica on her shoreline.
The Jump Off Trail
The Jump Off Trail in Ontario County Park is ADA-accessible and affords one of the most beautiful scenic views in the Finger Lakes Region.
Harriet Hollister Spencer State Recreation Area
Harriet Hollister Spencer State Recreation Area is a New York State Park located in the hills six miles south of Honeoye Lake.
Hamlin Beach State Park
Hamlin Beach State Park has 7 miles of beautiful biking and walking trails, including a mile-long self-guided tour of a CCC/POW camp.
Bristol Mountain in the Fall
In the fall, the Comet Express lift is open Noon-4pm for folks to enjoy a quiet and scenic ride to the summit of Bristol Mountain.
Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge
Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge is the largest in New York State at 10,828 acres, not even including the surrounding Oak Orchard and Tonawanda WMAs.