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The 5 Best Outdoorsy Towns to Explore in New York

Check out the most outdoorsy towns in New York, from hiking and water sport destinations to charming communities surrounded by natural beauty.

by Charlie Boyle
on Jun 26
A boat with a parasailing balloon rides through the waters of Lake George, New York, on a sunny day with the town in the back.
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You Can Explore This Coastal New York Town Entirely on Foot and It’s Beautiful

by Lynnette Nicholas
on May 21
New Rochelle, New York, aerial shot of New Rochelle, and some of Larchmont, New York.
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One of New York’s Quirkiest Towns Is Still Flying Under the Radar

by Raymond Goldfield
on May 5
A view of a vacation home on the banks of Keuka Lake in Hammondsport, New York at sunset.
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Between Syracuse and Buffalo Is an Underrated Small Town Worth a Visit

by Raymond Goldfield
on Apr 12
A row of boathouses on the waters of Lake Canandaigua, set against the sunset.
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This Little-Known Waterfront Town Is One of the Most Charming in New York

by Raymond Goldfield
on Apr 4
A sunset view of a marina off Glen Cove in Long Island, with a view of the boats on the water.

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The Roadside Eatery in New York Locals Swear Is Worth the Miles

Nick Tahou Hots in Rochester isn’t just one of the best road trip stops in New York—it also serves an iconic plate of comfort food that everyone should try.

by Raymond Goldfield
on Mar 16
A garbage plate, the iconic Rochester food, consisting of home fries and macaroni salad topped with sausages and hot meat sauce, served with a piece of bread.
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The Charming Coastal New York Town Locals Hope Stays off Tourists’ Radar

Greenport is a hidden coastal town in New York on the North Fork, known for its harbor views, small shops, fresh oysters, and nearby wineries.

by Jasmine Vieau
on Mar 14
A wide scenic view of the Greenport waterfront, featuring docked boats and the village skyline.
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The 4 Most Colorful Places You Can Find in New York

The state of New York refuses to be defined by just one thing. Its diverse landscape and unique towns truly make the state one of a kind, and these four places are some of the most colorful places to visit.

by Lynnette Nicholas
on Mar 5
Colorful chairs in front of a lake under a grey sky
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3 Small Towns in New York So Dreamy, You’ll Swear You’ve Seen Them on TV

While New York City is known for the hustle and bustle, there are many small dreamy towns in New York known for their scenic views, quiet and stately essence, and historic preservation.

by Lynnette Nicholas
on Jan 31
A calming mage of theHudson Athens Lighthouse perched on an island, in Athens, New York.
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I Don’t Ski, But This Snow Tubing Spot in New York City Won Me Over (It’s So Much Fun)

Central Park is known for many things, but Cedar Hill is a local winter hotspot known for the best snow tubing in New York.

by Lynnette Nicholas
on Jan 28
A snowy day in Central Park overlooking "The Pond".