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About The Finger Lakes Region
General
The Finger Lakes Region is located in Upstate New York. The area is known for it's rolling hills and large lakes.
The Lakes
There are 11 major lakes in the Finger Lakes Region: Most of the lakes run north to south. The lakes provide excellent opportunities for boating, fishing, water skiing and other recreational activities. They also provide for some breathtaking scenery. Before swimming it might be wise to check the local news as there are occasional parasite problems caused by the abundance of waterfowl. One of the striking features of the lakes is the crystal clarity of the water, especially in Skaneateles Lake. In a few cases, there are canals linking one or more lakes. For information about boating facilities and recreation on the lakes, please see Boating and Marinas in the Finger Lakes Region., Boat Tours in the Finger Lakes Region, and Fishing and Hunting in the Finger Lakes Region,
- Otisco Lake - The lakes is located about 2 miles east of Skaneateles Lake, It is only 6 miles long and 1 mile at it's widest point with a maximum depth of about 60 feet. The Otisco County Park is on the lake
- Skaneateles Lake - The lake is about 16 miles long and 3/4 of a mile wide. The town of Skaneateles is at the Northern end and Glen Haven, Spafford Landing and Fair Haven at the southern end. Other towns along the lake include: Jones Beach, Winding Ways, Thornton Grove, Thornton Heights, Skanondaga Heights and Edgewater Park. The lake is about 315 feet at it's deepest point.
- Owasco Lake - Owasco Lake is about 11 miles long and about 1 mile at it's widest point with a maximum depth of 177 feet. The town of Melrose Park is at the northern end and Cascade, Southeast Owasco and Ashland at the lower end. Other towns along the lake include::Edgewater, Casawasco, Owasco Lake Station, Conklin Cove, Wycoff, and Highland Beach. You will find Emerson Park and Island Park at the north end of the lake.
- Cayuga Lake - Cayuga Lake is about 38 miles long and about 3 1/2 miles at it's widest point with a maximum depth of about 180 feet. The towns of Cayuga and Bridgeport are at the northern end. The Erie Canal enters the lake at the North. Ithaca and Cayuga Heights are at the southern end of the lake. You will also find Stewart Park and the Allan H. Treman State Marine Park at the southern end. Further north, you will find the Taughannock Falls State Park. Other towns along the lake include:Myers, King Ferry, Aurora, Levanna, Union Springs, Sheldrake, Poplar Beach, and Canoga.
- Seneca Lake
- Keuka Lake
- Canandaigua Lake
- Honeoye Lake
- Canadice Lake
- Hemlock Lake
- Conesus Lake
Getting There
Most travelers to the Finger Lakes will arrive by personal automobile. However, There are a few smaller airports and Bus Transportation is available. The Interstate system generally runs around the outside of the area. North-south travel is usually straightforward. However east-west travel is determined by the lakes themselves which run north and south.
The secondary roads are for the most part, well paved. Having a good map and/or GPS is a help. When traveling the secondary roads, you will find stretches with little or nothing in the way of facilities such as gas stations or restrooms so plan ahead.
Airports
- Elmira Corning Regional Airport
- Finger Lakes Regional Airport 2727 Martin Road Seneca Falls, NY 13148
Bus Transportation
- New York Trailways
- Shortline
