Trekking New York’s Finger Lakes
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Trekking New York’s Finger Lakes Question: We’re heading to the Finger Lakes Region of New York, renowned for its wine as well as its tourist crowds. Any advice on camping options for those who enjoy out-of-the-way places and would prefer peaks over people? Chris Burky Adventure Adviser:You bet it’s renowned for its tourist crowds. This is the eastern seaboard after all, where most of the open spaces are privately owned tracts of land, or else overrun parks. Still, if you’re realistic about your expectations–and willing to rub elbows for a night with other marshmallow-roasting, wilderness seekers at a state The most accessible places to pick up the through-trail are either Watkins Glen State Park, just south of the southern tip of Seneca Lake in the village of Watkins Glen, or Robert H. Treman State Park, off New York 13 about two miles south of Ithaca. Both parks have drive-in campgrounds that get pretty crowded on summer weekends, but if you can tolerate the RV-driving, Once on the crowd-free (relatively!) trail, pitch your tent at designated camp sites (at least 150 from the water sources and the trail, please) and backcountry shelters. Remember that much of this trail passes through private land, so adhering to these rules will help keep the through-hike open to others like you. If you can’t muster the energy for an overnight trip, |
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