Ultimate One-Day Adventure in Watkins Glen, NY

Day 1: Watkins Glen Highlights

Watkins Glen, NY, USA

8:00AM

Breakfast at Glen Mountain Market Bakery & Deli

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Glen Mountain Market Bakery & Deli, known for its delicious pastries and freshly brewed coffee.
Located in downtown Watkins Glen, easily accessible by foot or a short drive.
$10, 1 hour

9:30AM

Watkins Glen State Park

Explore Watkins Glen State Park, famous for its stunning waterfalls and gorge trails.
A 5-minute drive from Glen Mountain Market. Parking available at the park entrance.
$8 (parking fee), 2.5 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Graft Wine + Cider Bar

Enjoy a farm-to-table lunch at Graft Wine + Cider Bar, featuring local ingredients and a selection of Finger Lakes wines.
Located in downtown Watkins Glen, a short drive or walk from the State Park.
$20, 1 hour

1:30PM

Wine Tasting in Finger Lakes Wine Region

Visit a few wineries in the nearby Finger Lakes Wine Region. Start with Lakewood Vineyards for a tasting experience.
A 10-minute drive from downtown Watkins Glen. Follow NY-14 N.
$10 per tasting, 1.5 hours

3:30PM

Hike at Finger Lakes National Forest

Take a scenic hike in the Finger Lakes National Forest, offering beautiful trails and panoramic views.
A 15-minute drive from Lakewood Vineyards. Head north on NY-14 N and follow signs to the forest.
Free, 2 hours

5:30PM

Dinner at Seneca Harbor Station

Dine at Seneca Harbor Station, offering lakeside dining with a view of Seneca Lake. Enjoy fresh seafood and local specialties.
Return to Watkins Glen, about a 15-minute drive from the National Forest.
$30, 1.5 hours

7:30PM

Evening Stroll along Seneca Lake Pier

End your day with a peaceful stroll along the Seneca Lake Pier, watching the sunset over the lake.
Located adjacent to Seneca Harbor Station.
Free, 1 hour
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