A great place to cool off and try paddle boats, water skiing and trendy wave boards. Acres of groomed lawn and shaded grounds offer prime locations for cookout sites, large parties and special events. It is the story of a young Seneca bride who perished, with her child, in the great cataract known today as the Letchworth Gorge. Pratts Falls , Manlius, NY Scenic trails leading to a 137' waterfall beckon visitors to bring a well-stocked picnic basket and a sense of adventure. This geological wonder, formed by retreating glaciers, was the site of Onondaga County's first mill operation in 1796.
Picnic opportunities abound.
Also popular for archery and cross-country skiing. NY The gorge at Watkins Glen is the best-known in the Finger Lakes region. Foot trails follow the rim of the gorge, some of them blazed centuries ago by Native Americans. Many steep trails have stone steps and pass through caverns behind the waterfalls. The park is an excellent place for backpackers to pick up the Finger Lakes Trail, which traverses the state.