48 Hours in Schuyler County

Yowza, 48 hours – that’s not much time. But, you can still pack a heck of a lot of fun into 2 days! Here are just a few of our suggestions for what to see and do in 48 hours in Schuyler County. (If you've got 4 days, check out these options!)

Start your trip by exploring the outdoors Watkins Glen State Park – this iconic park is a requirement of any visit to the Finger Lakes. For generations it has offered a breathtaking walking experience of cliffs and waterfalls winding through a deep chasm. Within 2 miles, the stream descends 400 feet, generating 19 waterfalls along its course. Voted one of the best state parks in the country in a USA Today Reader’s Choice Poll, this park has to be on your list of places to visit! Plan for a couple of hours. If you really want to speed your trip along, take the shuttle from the Main Entrance to the top of the park, then walk down the gorge. For more information on the state park, click here.
Reward yourself with internationally-renowned local wine, beer, and spirits After a hike, you deserve a little relaxation! Sip some wine, beer, or craft spirits! Seneca Lake is home to over 60 wineries, breweries, and distilleries including the Seneca Lake Wine Trail and the region’s first standalone distillery, Finger Lakes Distilling. Browse all of the options on our website. The views are the cherry on top of this delicious experience.
Pick up a souvenir or gift at one of our great local shops From antiques to apparel to art – and everything in between – you never know what you might uncover at the shops, boutiques, and antique stores in Schuyler County. Browse the options on our website
Sate your appetite at any of our dozens of restaurants Incredible meals are offered at our fabulous local restaurants. From a vintage diner breakfast to a quaint café lunch to a full-service elegant dinner to finger-lickin’ real deal barbeque - we know you’ll find your new favorite restaurant right here in Schuyler County
Take advantage of our roadside waterfalls Be sure to make the most of your time and trip – photo ops abound thanks to a few easy to find roadside waterfalls! One that you don’t want to miss – Shequaga Falls -- also known as Hallmark Falls as it's featured in the opening credits of a Hallmark Murder Mystery series!