Talk about a hiker’s paradise! This state park has eluded me for years and we finally made the extra effort to visit.
With 19 waterfalls cascading through rock formations like in a fairytale, it was a perfect dose of serenity. We combined the Gorge, Indian and Finger Lakes trails to trek for 5 miles in the cool, shaded confines of this gorgeous slot canyon.
Around every winding staircase were endless fractures of rock carved into the cliffsides like pancakes and naturally formed plunge pools created a zen ambiance. It was truly awe inspiring to just be present. And they had cute names of the iconic areas posted along the route including Lover’s Lane, Rainbow Falls, Devil’s Staircase, etc.
After a quick stop for ice cream upon conquering the 180 step uphill climb, we meandered back through the gorge taking numerous selfies and people watching (even though not much hiker etiquette was followed with all the summer tourists).
Last stop at the bookstore and this excursion was definitely worth the roadtrip. Watkins Glen is a must do in central NY!
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