These 12 Amazing Photos Prove Conesus Lake Is One Of The Best Places In New York
The central region of New York State is home to the Finger Lakes; 11 glacier-carved lakes that appear like fingers on map. Conesus Lake is the western-most of these lakes and lies just south of Rochester, NY. Hiking and biking, boating and fishing and other water activities are just some of the activities available on this, “the pinkie,” of the Finger Lakes. Check out these 10 views of Conesus Lake.

Picturesque views abound in the Finger Lakes. This view is of the South end of Conesus Lake.

The autumn colors back dropped by wonder lakes make the finger lakes an autumn destination.

The annual air show in early summer, often has a wide variety of warplanes from around the world flying over Conesus Lake.

The Annual "Ring of Fire" on the eve of Independence day is the biggest party of the summer. The lake is ringed with glowing red flares, and the light show lasts for hours.

Getting away from the bigger population centers enables us to see the night sky in all its glory.


Fishing is a year around activity on the lake. Conesus has a flourishing Bass, Walleye and Northern Pike population that draws fishermen from all over the world

Sitting on a dock watching the sunset. What better way to reconnect.


Conesus Lake is also for the water sport enthusiast.

Sunsets and Sunrises often are spectacular.

And don’t forget the moonsets as well.
Conesus Lake is a popular tourist destination. Tell us some of your Conesus Lake adventures in the comment section.
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