Benable — create shareable lists of things you recommend!
E.g., products you love, local businesses, travel recs - you can add anything to a Benable list!
The Ultimate Finger Lakes Itinerary: Waterfalls, Gorges & Lakeside Eats
15
items Welcome to my home region! As a Finger Lakes local, I’m sharing the absolute best way to experience our world-famous glacial gorges alongside the hidden gem pizzerias, waterfront decks, and local comfort food spots that make Upstate New York unforget...
Map
Sections
3
The Ultimate Itinerary for Ithaca, Watkins Glen & Montour Falls: Waterfalls & Local Eats
Local Foodie Favorites & Icon Diners
World-Class Wineries Along the Route
The Ultimate Itinerary for Ithaca, Watkins Glen & Montour Falls: Waterfalls & Local Eats
"Explore the towering rock formations and ancient carved trails that make our specific corner of the region a nature lover's paradise. These breathtaking state parks offer the perfect mix of scenic viewpoints, hiking paths, and immersive natural beau...
Walk through an ancient, 400-foot-deep canyon featuring jaw-dropping stone bridges and 19 cascading waterfalls. It is an absolute must-visit natural wonder! You’ve never seen anything like this!
Watkins Glen State Park Gorge Trail
Located right along the main Watkins Glen Gorge trail, this iconic spot lets you walk directly behind a plunging sheet of water over a curved rock ledge.
Rainbow Falls & Triple Cascade (Watkins Glen
An incredible park in Trumansburg featuring an easy lower gorge walking trail that leads directly to a massive 215-foot waterfall taller than Niagara Falls!
Taughannock Falls State Park
Located in Ithaca, this wooded 811-acre park features a stunning cascading waterfall that flows into a scenic natural swimming hole perfect for a summer afternoon escape.
Buttermilk Falls State Park
A beautiful, terraced village waterfall in nearby Montour Falls that you can practically drive right up to, offering easy access, a manicured lawn, and great photo spots! This is a must see!!
SheQuaGa Falls (Chequaga Falls) in Montour Falls, NY - NYFalls.com
Local Foodie Favorites & Icon Diners
"Skip the chain restaurants and eat like a true local at these downtown staples. From historic brick-and-mortar storefronts to comfort food joints, these spots serve up authentic flavor and fantastic service."
A staple in downtown Ithaca known for its energetic vibe, excellent craft beer list, and gourmet burgers like their famous Perfect Burger.
The Ithaca Ale House
A beloved, long-standing Ithaca favorite serving up fresh, fast, and incredibly flavorful Mexican comfort food, perfect for casual dining or fresh margaritas.
Viva Taqueria & Cantina
A fantastic, classic spot in Watkins Glen-offering a massive menu of authentic, comforting Chinese favorites and excellent dim sum options with great service.
Chinese Food: House of Hong | Order Online | Watkins Glen,NY
The perfect morning or lunchtime stop right on Franklin Street in Watkins Glen, serving up scratch-made baked goods, artisan deli sandwiches, and fresh espresso drinks.
Glen Mountain Market Bakery, Deli & Cafe | Watkins Glen NY
A warm, family-owned local tavern in Montour Falls serving up phenomenal, juicy craft burgers and casual pub classics in a relaxed setting.
Althea's Finger Lakes Tavern
World-Class Wineries Along the Route
Experience the ultimate road trip through the heart of the Finger Lakes! This curated guide connects the breathtaking waterfall trails of Watkins Glen with the vibrant, eclectic culture of Ithaca, while highlighting the best local eats and world-clas...
Located just minutes outside of Watkins Glen. It’s a wonderful, friendly, family-owned winery that has been around for generations. Their casual tastings and beautiful lake views make it the perfect first stop.
Lakewood Vineyards | Wine Tours & Tastings | Watkins Glen Wineries
As the very first winery on Seneca Lake, this place is a huge piece of local history. The view from their tasting room deck looking down at the water is absolutely gorgeous.
Glenora Wine Cellars - Finger Lakes Winery-Inn-Restaurant
A fantastic, down-to-earth stop that has been farming the area since the 1800s. They have a huge variety of unique grape and fruit wines, and the staff is incredibly welcoming.
Fulkerson Winery and Farm
A massive favorite on the east side of the lake. The octagon-shaped building has spectacular sunset views, and because they have Wagner Valley Brewing Co. right on site, it's perfect if anyone in your group prefers craft beer over wine!
Wagner Vineyards Estate Winery | Red wine, white wine, dry wine ...
As you head closer toward the Ithaca side near Cayuga Lake, this is a must-stop. It’s Cayuga’s oldest winery, known for a super fun, un-stuffy atmosphere and their famous, easy-drinking "Tug Boat" wines.
Lucas Vineyards: Cayuga Lake's First Winery | Finger Lakes Wineries