The Finger Lakes region is best known for being a hub of outdoor activity and wine tourism during the summer, but it’s also a more worthy destination for adventurers during the winter months than you might think. From sipping on local wines to racing down a mountain, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful region when the snow begins to fall.
1. Belhurst Castle
This unique Finger Lakes resort was originally built as a castle in the late 19th-century. Now it’s one of the most romantic accommodations in the region. Enjoy a hotel room that will make you feel like royalty, and experience a food and wine pairing at one of multiple in-house restaurants.
2. Sterling Nature Center
More than 1,400 acres of wetlands, forests and meadows are ready to be explored in this gorgeous Finger Lakes preserve. You just have to decide whether you’ll travel by foot or by snowshoe.
3. Bristol Mountain
This Finger Lakes ski resort is widely considered the best in the Finger Lakes region. Explore 138 acres of skiable terrain and Nordic trails.
For skiers looking for a more competitive challenge, head to Morning Star Race Park to race your friends and family on some thrilling runs.
4. Wagner Vineyards Estate Winery
The 2019 New York Wine Classic’s Winery of the Year provides some much-needed warmth and good cheer when there’s a chill in the air in upstate New York. Make a reservation for an indoor wine tasting and tour a winery that has been in the Wagner family for five generations.
5. Geneva on the Lake Boutique Resort Hotel
This hotel brings charm and elegance together in a beautiful escape in the heart of Finger Lakes Wine Country. The landmark accommodation, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, offers suites and studios, as well as townhouses that feature lakeside patios.
When you’re not in your room, enjoy the Parlor Bar, local wines and a walk around these gorgeous grounds.
If you’re on the hunt for another hike in the region, Taughannock Falls State Park is one of the prettiest nature preserves in the area and a popular winter hiking spot. Or stay at a quintessential bed and breakfast like the 1795 Acorn Inn.
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