Summary of Watkins Glen State Park Guide | Hike 19 WATERFALLS through amazing gorge in New York's Finger Lakes!

Watkins Glen State Park in New York's Finger Lakes region offers a two-mile round trip trail through a spectacular gorge with 19 waterfalls.

Rainbow Falls is the premier cascade in the park, with trickling streams and a spectacular view in both summer and fall.
The park is located in Watkins Glen, near Seneca Lake, and is open from May to October.
The main Gorge Trail is a mile each way with a 450-foot elevation change, showcasing Finger Lakes' glacially carved valleys and cascades.
Key highlights along the trail include Cavern Cascade, Central Cascade, and Rainbow Falls.
The trail was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Great Depression.
Tips for a quieter experience include visiting at sunrise and on weekdays.
The park is great for long exposure photography and time lapses.
The Indian Trail offers a one-mile hike above the gorge, providing different perspectives of the canyon.
Other nearby parks with gorge trails include Taughannock Falls and Ithaca, New York.

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