Because Watkins Glen State Park, located in the heart of New York’s Finger Lakes region, is basically nature showing off… and it’s doing a spectacular job. Shaped by millennia of glacial activity, ...

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The park also has trails for those who love walking. Watching the sunset from the beach caps off an ideal day in nature. Exploring the Gorge: A Guide to Watkins Glen State Park. Photo credit: ...