2022-2023 Yates County, NY Travel Guide

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Home to sparkling waterfronts, breathtaking scenery, and world-class wineries -- & that’s just the beginning. Yates County, located in the true heart of the Finger Lakes, embraces all the best that New York State has to offer.

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Welcome

WINE COUNTRY

Yates County is the largest grower of wine grapes outside of California, boasting over 5,000 acres of luscious vineyards that frame the lakes amongst the hillsides. Here you’ll find over 30 world-class wineries and the ability to enjoy two official wine trails; the Keuka Lake Wine Trail and the Seneca Lake Wine Trail. Yates County is also a destination for those looking for a craft beverage getaway paying homage to well-established breweries and emerging distilleries.

WINERIES

Wines as memorable as the views! The wineries range in size, personality and style, but we guarantee there’s a wine fit for every palette. Tour the wineries and taste your way through award-winning wines at your own pace. Many wineries are open year-round, with summer and fall months being the busiest. Be careful, most are hooked on Finger Lakes wines after their first visit.

Lakes

“Much like the rest of the wine world, many Finger Lakes producers share the goal of creating wines with a “sense of place” and Riesling is the natural conduit in the region.”

Keuka Spring Vineyards

BREWERIES & DISTILLERIES

Offering stunning views and relaxed atmospheres, there’s no shortage of craft brews and cocktails in the area to enjoy. Come for a pint, live music, or sample a wide range of beer and spirit styles as you embark on a tour of all the best local spots.

Tin Barn Brewing

KEUKA LAKEWineries

Barrington Cellars

315.536.9686 | 2690 Gray Road, Penn Yan barringtoncellars.com

Bully Hill Vineyards

607.868.3610 | 8843 Greyton H. Taylor Memorial Drive, Hammondsport bullyhillvineyards.com

Domaine Leseurre Winery

607.292.3920 | 13920 State Route 54, Hammondsport | dlwinery.com

Dr. Konstantin Frank Wine Cellars

607.868.4884 | 9749 Middle Road, Hammondsport drfrankwines.com

Heron Hill Winery

607.868.4241 | 9301 County Route 76, Hammondsport heronhill.com

Hunt Country Vineyards

315.595.2812 | 4021 Italy Hill Road, Branchport huntwines.com

Keuka Spring Vineyards

315.536.3147 | 243 State Route 54, Penn Yan keukaspringwinery.com

McGregor Vineyard

607.292.3999 | 5503 Dutch Street, Dundee mcgregorwinery.com

Point of the Bluff Vineyards

607.220.5222 | 10489 County Road 76, Hammondsport pointofthebluffvineyards.com

Ravines Wine Cellars

607.292.7007 | 14630 State Route 54, Hammondsport ravineswine.com

Rooster Hill Vineyards

315.536.4773 | 489 State Route 54, Penn Yan roosterhill.com

Stever Hill Vineyards

315.595.2230 | 3962 Stever Hill Road, Branchport steverhillvineyards.com

Vineyard View Winery

315.694.7262 | 2971 Williams Hill Road, Keuka Park vineyardviewwinery.com

Weis Vineyards

607.284.4011 | 10014 Day Road, Hammondsport weisvineyards.com

Yates Cellars

315.575.1863 | 3170 State Route 54A, Keuka Park yatescellars.com

SENECA LAKEWineries

Anthony Road Wine Company

315.536.2182 | 1020 Anthony Road, Penn Yan anthonyroadwine.com

CK Cellars

315.536.1210 |2770 State Route 14, Penn Yan ckcellars.wine

Fox Run Vineyards

315.536.4616 | 670 State Route 14, Penn Yan foxrunvineyards.com

Fruit Yard Winery

607.243.8866 | 5060 State Route 14, Dundee fruityardwinery.com

Fulkerson Winery

607.243.7883 | 5576 State Route 14, Dundee fulkersonwinery.com

Glenora Wine Cellars

607.243.5511 | 5435 State Route 14, Dundee glenora.com

Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard 800.371.7971 | 3962 State Route 14, Dundee wiemer.com

Hickory Hollow Wine Cellars

607.243.9114 | 5289 State Route 14, Dundee hickoryhollowwine.net

Kemmeter Winery

315.521.3897 | 1030 Larzelere Road, Penn Yan kemmeterwines.com

Lakewood Vineyards

607.535.9252 | 4024 State Route 14, Watkins Glen lakewoodvineyards.com

Magnus Ridge Vineyards

315.416.0195 | 6148 State Route 14, Dundee magnusridge.com

Miles Wine Cellars

607.243.7742 | 168 Randall Crossing Road, Himrod mileswinecellars.com

Missick Cellars

607.243.8602 | 150 Poplar Point Road, Dundee missickcellars.com

Monello Winery

315.536.9785 | 701 State Route 14, Penn Yan monellowinery.com

New Vines Winery

315.536.4087 | 1138 Travis Road, Penn Yan newvines.com

Once Finger Lakes

315.901.2029 | 655 State Route 14, Penn Yan oncefingerlakes.com

SENECA LAKEWineries

Prejean Winery

315.536.7524 | 2634 State Route 14, Penn Yan prejeanwinery.com

Red Tail Ridge Winery

315.536.4580 | 846 State Route 14, Penn Yan redtailridgewinery.com

Rock Stream Vineyards

607.243.5395 | 162 Fir Tree Point Road, Rock Stream rockstreamvineyards.com

Scout Vineyards

468 State Route 14 | Penn Yan scoutvineyards.com

Seneca Shore Wine Cellars

315.536.0882 | 929 Davy Road, Penn Yan senecawine.com

Serenity Vineyards

315.536.6701 | 930 Davy Road, Penn Yan serenityvineyards1977.com

Shaw Vineyards

607.481.0089 | 3901 State Route 14, Himrod shawvineyard.com

Tabora Farm & Winery

607.678.4342 | 4878 Lakemont-Himrod Rd, Himrod taborafarmandwinery.com

Vineyard View Winery on Seneca Lake Opening Spring 2023 211 Hall Rd, Himrod

Keuka Lake Wine Trail

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Other Craft Beverage

Abandon Brewing Company

585.208.9088 | 2994 Merritt Hill Road, Penn Yan abandonbrewing.com

Antler Run Distilling

315.212.6250 | 3133 Antler Run Road, Keuka Park antlerrundistilling.com

Apple Barrel Orchards Opening 2023

315.536.2744 | 2673 Sand Hill Road, Penn Yan applebarrelorchards.com

Barrington Distillers

607.243.9734 | 5040 Bill Bailey Road, Dundee facebook.com/Barringtondististillers

Climbing Bines Hop Farm & Craft Ale Company

607.745.0221 | 511 Hansen Point Road, Penn Yan climbingbineshopfarm.com

Laurentide Beer Company

315.719.3445 | 12 Maiden Lane, Penn Yan laurentidebeer.com

LyonSmith Brewing Company

315.536.5603 | 2597 Assembly Ave, Keuka Park lyonsmithbrewing.com

O'Begley Distillery 585.750.8560 | 5700 State Route 14, Dundee obegley.com

Relative Risk Brewing Company Opening Fall 2022 315.325.4292 | 1166 Earls Hill Road, Penn Yan relativeriskbrewing.com

Seneca Stag Brewing Co. 315.694.7586 | 1720 State Route 14, Penn Yan senecastagbrewing.com

Tin Barn Brewing 5428 State Route 14, Dundee | tinbarn.com

HIRE A LOCAL TOUR GUIDE

Barefoot in the Finger Lakes

Country Tours

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Pals Car Service & Wine Tours

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Foodies

The Finger Lakes is a premier culinary destination for a foodie looking for their next authentic meal, but we are also home to many family-owned restaurants and diners who serve the best comfort food. Taste the difference of hometown hospitality with regional flair and fresh ingredients.

Visit FLXlunch.com for daily lunch specials, listings and hours when you’re looking for a bite to eat during a busy day exploring.

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SWEET TREATS

When it comes to sweet treats and all things coffee, we’ve got it all and plenty of it! We can’t forget about the food everyone seems to have room for…ice cream!

If you’re looking for a bold cup of coffee to start your day, or a midday pick me up with a little more pizazz, there are an abundance of coffee shops and cafés that serve up a large menu of specialty coffee beverages. Awaken and satisfy your senses on more than just wine in the Finger Lakes with these must stops.

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Dining

BRANCHPORT

Blue Eagle Tavern

607-522-3030

Keuka Korners

315.595.6676 facebook.com/keukakorners

The Mansion at Keuka Lake 315.239.4800 | themansionny.com

Valley Inn Restaurant

315.595.2588 facebook.com/Valley-Inn

DRESDEN

Trails End Restaurant 315.536.9259 facebook.com/Trails-End

DUNDEE/HIMROD

Classic Cafe 607.243.5111 classiccafedundeeny.weebly.com

Crossing Diner 607.243.5454 facebook.com/RailroadCrossingDiner

FLX Wienery

607.243.7100 | flxwienery.com

Hangry Bickering (607) 678-4388 facebook.com/Hangry-Bickering-LLC

Sapalta

607.243.7535 | sapalta.com

Showboat Restaurant 607.243.7434 | showboat-motel.com

Tabora Farm & Winery

607.678.4342 taborafarmandwinery.com

Veraisons Restaurant 607.243.5511 | glenora.com

PENN YAN

18th Amendment Kitchen & Cocktail Bar

315.694.7873 18thamendmentkitchencocktailbar.com

Amity Coffee Co. 315.279.4440 | amitycoffee.co

Angel’s Family Restaurant 315.536.4026 facebook.com/Angels-FamilyRestaurant

Antique Inn Restaurant 315.536.6576 facebook.com/antiqueinnrestaurant

BBQ Shack 315.531.8700 | thebarbequeshack.com

Bk8d & Loaded 315.694.9070 | bk8dandloaded.com

Black Cat Bistro 315.536.7843 | java-gourmet.com

Brock’s Bowl and Pizzeria 315.536.9595 facebook.com/BrocksBowl

Burnt Rose Wine Bar & Restaurant 315.924.3000 | burntrosewinebar.com

Cam’s New York Pizzeria 315.536.3065 | camspizzeria.com

Chen’s Garden 315.531.9282

China King 315.536.0097

Deli at Morgan's Grocery 315.536.6612 | morgansgrocery.com

Fox Run Café & Market 315.536.4616 foxrunvineyards.com/cafe

Keuka Breeze 315.536.8202 seasonsonkeukalake.com/keukabreeze-restaurant-bar

Keuka Restaurant 315.536.5852 | keuka-restaurant.com

Knappers Canalside Pub 315.694.7497 facebook.com/Knappers-CanalsidePub-and-Music-Cafe

Liberty Restaurant 315.536.9036 facebook.com/TheLibertyRestaurant Main Deck 315.694.7536 | maindeckpy.com

Mark’s Pizzeria

315.536.4498 | markspizzeria.com

Milly's Market & Cafe

315.694.7350 | millyspantry.org

Mustang Pub 315.531.0171 | mustangpubpy.com

Oak Leaf Cafe 315.536.0836 oakhillbulkfoods.com/cafe

Olney Place on Keuka

315.536.5454 | theolneyplace.com

Panino Deli 315.694.7435

Parker’s Grille & Tap House 315.227.2494 | parkersgrille.com

Penn Yan Diner 315.536.6004 | pennyandiner.com

Seneca Farms 315.536.4066 | senecafarmsny.com

Silverbird Woodfired 315.536.5892 | silverbirdwoodfired.com

Skyline Trading Post 315.536.4640 | skylinetradingpost.com

Tavern Restaurant 315.536.2436 facebook.com/tavernrestaurant

True Roots Kitchen at Laurentide Beer Company 315.294.3166 facebook.com/TRKLBC

Union Block Italian at the Landing 607.246.4065 unionblockitalian.wixsite.com/pennyan

Wagner Restaurant 315.536.8062

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SURROUNDING AREA

Bully Hill Restaurant 607.868.3610 | bullyhillvineyards.com

Ports Café 315.789.2020 | portscafe.com

Switzerland Inn 607.292.6927 | theswitz.com

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Amity Coffee Co. 315.279.4440 amitycoffee.co

Blue Heron Bakery 315.924.3545 facebook.com/blueheronpennyan

Keuka Candy Emporium & Bubble Tea 315.531.4700 keukacandyemporium.com

Mac’s Dairy Bar 315.536.3226 macsdairybar.com

Sabrina’s Bake Shoppe 315.719.3683 facebook.com/SabrinasBakeShoppe

Shop Food

GROCERY, WINE & SPIRITS

Aldi

Seneca Farms 315.536.4066 senecafarmsny.com

Spotted Duck 315.694.1628 spottedduckflx.com

DRESDEN

Mr. Twistee’s 315.531.5311 facebook.com/mrtwistees

ROCK STREAM

Shtayburne Farm Creamery 315.270.2249 fingerlakesdairyfarm.com

Water Street Wines & Spirits

Beverage Baron

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315-536-0836 info@oakhillbulkfoods.com

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Hoban’s Spirits

J & S Liquor

Morgan’s Grocery

Oak Hill

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Sugar Creek Foods

Tops Markets

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FRESH FARM FUN

We’re not just wine country, we’re farm country too! As you wander through our bucolic rolling hills and countryside roads lined with long-time owned family farms, make time to visit our local farm markets and roadside farm stands. You’ll find everything from locally grown fruits, vegetables, locally raised meat and eggs, homemade baked goods, artfully handcrafted art, plants, flowers, and so much more. From the first farm and craft market in Upstate New York to small roadside farm stands, immerse yourself in one of the most diversified agricultural areas of New York.

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pick farms

If you’re looking for a farm experience, visiting a u-pick destination will provide just that, plus you get to walk away with some delicious locally grown fruits or vegetables when they are in season. Our u-pick farms enable you to experience picking grapes off the vine, gathering a variety of apples from their orchards and choosing different sorts of berries to enjoy fresh from the patch they are grown. Picking your own also provides a fun family outdoor activity and a chance to see exactly where your food comes from!

Yates County has a thriving Mennonite population and a majority of them are engaged in agriculture and operate 99 percent of the area’s dairy farms. When driving, it’s important to be cautious of horse and buggies traveling along the side of the roads.

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FARM MARKETS & U-PICK

Apple Barrel Orchards 315.536.2744 applebarrelorchards.com

Big Mamou Organic Farm 315.436.3135 bigmamouorganicfarm.blogspot.com

Black Squirrel Farms 832.493.3419 | blacksquirrelfarms.net

Crystal Valley Creamery 607.243.8668 | cvcreamery.com

Dudley Poultry Company, Inc 585.554.6412 | dudleypoultry.com

Fulkerson Winery 607.243.7883 | fulkersonwinery.com

Grace Gardens 315.694.0123 | gracegardens.com

Horning’s Greenhouse, Garden Center & Nursery 315.536.3028 horninggreenhouse.com

Indian Pines Fruit Stand 315.536.3944 facebook.com/ IndianPinesFarmMarket

Martin’s Kitchen 607.243.8197

ORR-chard’s Apples, Cider and Honey 315.536.2815 facebook.com/ ORRchardsApplesHoneyAndCider

Penn Yan Farmers Market 607.243.523 yatescoopfarmersmarket. wordpress.com

Serendipity Farms 607.371.3676 facebook.com/ Serendipity-Blueberry-Farm

Shtayburne Farm Creamery 315.270.2249 fingerlakesdairyfarm.com

Check out FingerLakesFarmCountry.com for a comprehensive list of regional agricultural experiences in the southern Finger Lakes.

Sugar Shack Blueberry Farm 585.526.5442 facebook.com/ Sugar-Shack-Blueberry-Farm

Sweet Farm 877.464.4966 sweetfarm.org

Tomion’s Farm Market 585.526.5400 facebook.com/Tomions-FarmMarket

Wager’s Cider Mill 315.536.6640 wagerscidermill.com

Windy Acres Farm 607.243.5899

Windmill Farm & Craft Market 315.536.3032 thewindmill.com

Wixon Honey 607.243.7301 wixsonhoney.com

Yesterday's Roots facebook.com/Yesterdays-Roots

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YATES COUNTY

SPOTS

Garrett Chapel on Keuka Lake

Birkett Mills Pancake Griddle downtown Penn Yan

Rt. 54A Scenic Overlook South side of State Route 54A between Esperanza Drive and Townsend Road

The gardens at Folk Art Guild Middlesex USA Field from James Road Bluff Point

Penn Yan Murals Historic Downtown

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Keuka College Campus Keuka Park

Seneca Mills Waterfalls on the Keuka Outlet Trail

View of Penn Yan’s Main Street Bridge from the Keuka Outlet Trail Head

View of Keuka Lake from McGregor Vineyards Dutch Street, Dundee

Miles Wine Cellars Boat House Seneca Lake, Himrod

The Gazebo on Townsend-Grady Wildlife Preserve State Route 54A, Branchport

SENECAMILLSFALLS

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Scenic Drives

We mean it when we say Yates County is the true heart of the Finger Lakes. Many wonderful neighboring areas and attractions are just a short drive away. So, hop in the car, roll down the windows and drive!

Route 364 – Penn Yan to Potter > Middlesex along Route 245

This countryside road is a great drive to get a taste of thriving Mennonite farms and life. Take this route to get to Naples for great hiking and the Canandaigua Lake area.

Route 54A – Penn Yan to Hammondsport

You can drive all around “The Crooked Lake” in an hour! Dotted with wineries, lakeshore cottages and country roads. Be sure to look for roadside stands for produce and flowers along the way. Hammondsport is noted for one of the coolest small towns in America!

Route 54 – Penn Yan to Dresden

This road follows the Keuka Outlet Trail that connects Keuka to Seneca Lake. A breathtaking drive of farmscapes especially beautiful during fall foliage and the springtime. There are two ice cream stands nearby: Spotted Duck and Mr. Twistees.

Route 14 along Seneca Lake

Lush vineyards, working farms and world-class wineries along the west side of sparkling Seneca Lake. The southern tip of the lake on this route will lead you into the charming town of Watkins Glen or go north and you’ll hit Geneva.

Italy Valley Road

A mecca for the outdoor adventurist who appreciates open air and wide open spaces! This remote road will lead you to miles of forests and hiking opportunities. A featured access point is Italy Hill State Forest, part of the Finger Lakes Trail.

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For information on hiking and biking in the area, check out our special guide for trails, routes, best spots to hit and tips.

Recreation

If you have a lust for adventure or you’re looking for activities for the whole family to enjoy, there are many ways to keep the thrills and smiles coming. We have a great mix of outdoor and indoor attractions for all seasons of the year.

If you’re an endurance athlete, or enjoy competitive racing, there are many events that take place every year from running and cycling to stock cars and swimming.

Shoreline Rentals

Finger Lakes Rail Riders

Lakeside Country Club

Outlaw Speedway

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on the water

We border three out of the eleven glorious Finger Lakes – Seneca, Keuka and Canandaigua. Whether you rent a boat, stay at a lakefront cottage, fish in the Keuka Outlet or visit one of the lakefront parks, there’s always something to do on the water.

FISHING

The opportunities that Keuka and Seneca Lake have to offer for aspiring or experienced anglers are endless. It may be the beautiful scenic waterway of the Keuka Outlet that runs between the lakes, from Penn Yan to Dresden. This waterway offers a bounty of spring run trout from Seneca Lake in April and fall run trout usually starting in October. The outlet is also home of many stocked trout species, large and small mouth bass, and pan fish species.

If the open air and water are your pleasure, try casting a lure or live bait for the variety of trout both lakes have to offer. Pan fish, perch, crappie, bass, and pike species are prevalent in both lakes and can be caught year-round. During the colder months of the year, ice fishing may be another fishing opportunity for you. A bounty of pan fish, perch, pickerel, pike, crappie, and bass are there for catching. Please be sure to visit the Department of Environmental Conservation for fishing regulations that may apply.

MARINAS & BOAT LAUNCHES

Boating is one of the most popular activities among residents and visitors. Use our listing of nearby marinas to find the best place to conveniently harbor, maintain, or launch your vessel as well as access to rentals of all sizes. Visit the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation website for other boat launch sites in Yates County.

RENTALS

Our beautiful lakes are a huge part of who we are and what we do here in the Finger Lakes. Getting out on the water and feeling the refreshing lake air is revitalizing and fun for those who crave adventure or relaxation! There are plenty of local spots to reserve a boat, kayak, canoe, or paddle board whether it’s for a few hours, the whole day, or a week.

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Recreation

FAMILY FUN

Bowl & Pizzeria

Finger Lakes Rail Riders

Lake Street Plaza Theatres Inc.

Lakeside Country Club lccpy.com

Mac’s Dairy Bar & Mini Golf macsdairybar.com

Majestic Hills Golf Course majestic-hills-golf-course.com

Shoreline Rentals shorelinerentalsny.com

Sweet Farm sweetfarm.org

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Eagle Eye Outfitters eagleeyeoutfitter.com

Finger Lakes Museum fingerlakesmuseum.org

Finger Lakes Trail fingerlakestrail.org

High Tor Wildlife Management Area dec.ny.gov/outdoor/24439

Izaak Walton League iwla.org

Keuka Outlet Trail keukaoutlettrail.org

Keuka Surf Co keuka-surf-co.square.site

Mountain Rose Farm Trail Riding facebook.com/mountainrosehorsefarm Outlaw Speedway outlawspeedwayllc.com

Penn Yan Airport & Flying Club pennyanairport.org

Seneca Lake Duck Hunters Club senecalakeduckhunters.net

Waterfalls Guide naturalhighs.net/waterfalls

Yates Community Center yatescc.org

PARKS

Boat Launch Park & Playground villageofpennyan.com/boat-launch

Dresden Beach

Charles Street, Dresden

Indian Pines Park (Beach) End of Old Pines Trail, Penn Yan

Branchport Library Park 3699 NY-54A, Branchport

Keuka Lake State Park parks.ny.gov/parks/67

Red Jacket Park Route 54, Penn Yan

On the Water

FISHING

Beverage Baron

315.536.3522 | 136 Lake Street, Penn Yan Boat Launch Park & Playground 315.536.3015 | Corner of Keuka and Water Streets, Penn Yan villageofpennyan.com/boat-launch

Keuka Lake State Park

315.536.3666 | 3370 Pepper Road, Keuka Park | parks.ny.gov/parks/67

Keuka Outlet Trail Connecting Keuka & Seneca Lakes keukaoutlettrail.org

New York State Boat Launch Severne Point, Himrod

Vine Valley Boat Launch 585.554.3607 | North Vine Road, Middlesex

West River Boat Launch 585.374.5035 | 5040 State Route 245, Naples ilovethefingerlakes.com/rivers/west

Woodville Boat Launch 585.374.5035 | State Route 21, Naples

MARINAS & RENTALS

Basin Park Marina 315.595.8808 | 525 Mill Street, Branchport | basinparkmarinallc.com

East Bluff Harbor Marina

315.536.8236 | 654 East Bluff Drive, Penn Yan | eastbluffharbor.com

Morgan Marine

315.536.8166 | 2 State Route 54, Penn Yan | morganmarine.net

North End Marina

315.595.2853 | 454 West Lake Road, Branchport | northendmarina.com

Reagan’s Canoe & Kayak Livery 607.243.9100 |

Hall Road,

Shoreline Rentals

Water Street,

CHARTERS

Cruisin' Keuka

Lake Charters

Surf

Fish Charters

Reelaxin Fishing Charters

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Don’t want to leave your four legged companion at home? The Finger Lakes is a very dog-friendly destination. Your pet will love the ample outdoor space to run, lakes and checking out the craft beverage scene alongside you. Check out the lodging listings for pet friendly accommodations

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an inspired life

Relish in the visual bounty, fine arts, music, and culture that reside here. There are various opportunities to engage with artists, shop for a unique memento, and enjoy the local music, arts, and culture scene.

The beauty of the Finger Lakes has provided inspiration to artists for generations. These makers, creators, and shakers are here to share their passion and make this region a great place to live and visit. From wine makers perfecting their craft to potters, painters, and musicians sharing their talents and work, you’ll be able to experience it all.

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TRIP PLANNING TIP

Plan your visit around The Keuka Arts Festival, a fine art and skilled craft show held annually the second weekend in June along the Keuka Lake Outlet Trail, blocks from downtown Penn Yan. The event is free and features live entertainment and activities for families.

The Finger Lakes is full of talented musicians that perform at wineries, breweries and local pop-up concerts. Check out our events calendar or with local establishments on live music schedules.

Co-Owner/Head Winemaker, Fred Merwarth, Herman J. Wiemer Vineyard

Folk Art Guild

Staving Artist Woodwork

Sam Castner, local artist

HISTORIC ATTRACTIONS & ARCHITECTURE

Hungry for history? Take a self-guided history tour of Yates County and be amazed by the people and historic moments that helped shape our community and beyond.

Start your historic adventure by visiting the Yates County History Center in downtown Penn Yan. The campus consists of three different buildings with various permanent and rotating exhibits. Admission is free but donations are appreciated. Check their website for hours.

After your time at the history center, this is the opportunity to get out and discover the sites and landmarks of where history happened in the county.

The Birkett Mills, a local historic landmark in its own right, can be viewed from Main Street in Penn Yan. The current mill complex is one of the largest producers of buckwheat in the U.S. and continues to operate daily.

Continue to walk down Main Street, also known as the Penn Yan Historic District, where you’ll

find that history is blended beautifully with local shops, restaurants, and attractions.

The Penn Yan Historic District is historically significant as a reflection of the growth of the village from its early beginnings as a trading community for the Finger Lakes region, through its emergence in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries as the regional center for agricultural and viticultural production. Stop by the Yates County Visitors Center to pick up a copy of the “Historic Main Street Walking Tour” pamphlet.

Turn down East Elm Street where you’ll come across the Sampson Theatre. Built in 1910 as a movie theatre and vaudeville, the building holds much architectural and historical significance. The Sampson Theatre held some of the finest opera theaters in this part of the state and was the epicenter of entertainment locally for nearly two decades.

The next few stops will require you to drive, a great time to take in bucolic countryside scenes. The

Robert Green Ingersoll Birthplace Museum, located in Dresden about 5 miles outside of the village of Penn Yan. The museum is typically open weekends in the summer and fall months and is a stop on the Freethought Trail.

In Dundee is The Old Schoolhouse Museum, run by the Dundee Area Historical Society. Open seasonally, check their website for up-to-date hours.

One of the most popular hidden gems in the entire Finger Lakes Region is Garrett Memorial Chapel, located on Bluff Point in the town of Jerusalem. The grounds are typically open for

viewing and photography, and the chapel is used for seasonal church services.

The Keuka Outlet Trail, a top multi-use trail in the Finger Lakes region, is not only known for its impeccable beauty and recreational opportunities. Be sure to make the time to venture to the 7-mile trail and take a journey through this historically rich site in Finger Lakes history. An illustrated guide to the Outlet Trail and Trail Maps are available from the Yates County History Center, Longs’ Cards & Books, and the Yates County Visitors Center.

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Jemima Wilkinson was an American religious leader who brought hundreds of believers to Yates County, the largest settlement in Western New York. After suffering a severe illness in 1776, the Friend claimed to have died and been replaced as a genderless evangelist named the Publick Universal Friend, and afterward shunned both birth name and gendered pronouns. Publick Universal Friend launched a completely unique religious movement, where the teachings and social influence would permanently shift American views on religion, slavery, race, gender, and colonialism. Yates County History Center owns the largest known collection of artifacts and manuscript materials relating to Wilkinson and the Society of Universal Friends.

The Haunted History Trail of NYS features 3 locations in Yates County – Bishop/Gilette Headstone at Lakeview Cemetery, Miles Wine Cellars in Himrod on Seneca Lake and Spook Hill in Middlesex. View digital brochure or pick one up at the Yates County Visitors Center.

SHOPPING

The shopping experience here is personalized, unique and meaningful. Our communities are filled with small gift and specialty shops, art galleries, antiques, country stores, and farm markets. Explore downtown Penn Yan or visit the Windmill Farm & Craft Market -- the first farm and craft market in upstate New York. Various shopping malls are within an hour driving distance.

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Arts & Culture

Art Studio at 126 Main facebook.com/theartstudio126Main

Arts Center of Yates County ycac.org

Dundee Area Historical Society dundeeareahistory.com

Finger Lakes Boating Museum flbm.org

Garrett Memorial Chapel garrettchapel.org

Glenn Curtiss Museum glennhcurtissmuseum.org

Potters’ Gallery facebook.com/The-Potters-Gallery Robert Ingersoll Museum freethought-trail.org

East Hill Gallery at Folk Art Guild folkartguild.org

Yates County History Center yatespast.org

Shopping

UNIQUE SHOPPING

BRANCHPORT

Crooked Lake Mercantile 315.595.2233 crookedlakemercantile.com

House of Leather 315.595.6699 | facebook.com/ thehouseofleather3734

DUNDEE

Martin's Bicycle 607.243.7150 martinsbicycleny.com

Yesterday's Roots facebook.com/Yesterdays-Roots

Water Street Pharmacy 607.243.8114 waterstreetpharmacy.com

PENN YAN

Amish Country Store at Weaver View Farms 315.781.2571

Arts Center of Yates County 315.536.8226 artscenteryatescounty.org

Cole’s Furniture & Floor Fashions 315.536.3879 colesfurnitureandfloorfashions.com

Country Quest 315.536.4878 | countryquestpy.com

Corner Coop facebook.com/thecornercooppy

Dahlia’s Curios 315.536.8555 | facebook.com/ DahliasCurios

Dave Boyd Music 215.284.1328 | boydsongs.com

Deer Run Outfitters 315.937.8805 | facebook.com/ deerrunoutfitters

Edgewood Country Store 315.536.7562

Flower Cart and Gift Shoppe 315.536.7136 | facebook.com/ TheFlowerCartAndGiftShoppe

Keuka Candy Emporium 315.531.4700 keukacandyemporium.com

Keuka Outlet Store 585.743.0128 | keukaoutlet.com

Living Value Woodworks 315.536.3900 fingerlakesfurniturestore.com

Longs’ Cards & Books 315.536.3131 longscardsandbooks.com

Milly’s Market 315.694.7350 | millyspantry.org

Nest Egg 315.536.3488 | facebook.com/ thenesteggpy

Once Again Shoppe 315.536.3620 | facebook.com/ TheOnceAgainShoppe

Quilt Room 315.536.5964 | quiltroom.com

Staving Artist Woodwork 315.384.1110 | stavingartist.com

Thrifted Threads

315.320.6078 | facebook.com/ thriftedthreadsPY

Village Drug 315.536.0100 | pyvillagedrug.com

Weavers Bicycle Shop 315.536.3012 weaversbicycleshop.com

Windmill Farm and Craft Market 315.536.3032 | thewindmill.com

ANTIQUES

2nd Hand Treasures & Antiques 315.521.2249 | facebook.com/2ndHand-Treasures-and-Antiques

Beehive Antiques

315.694.9060 | facebook.com/ Bee-Hive-Antiques

Maeske’s Antiques and Oddities 315.730.2890 | facebook.com/ MaeskeAO

Route 54 Antiques

315.694.2657 | route54antiques.com

EVER AFTERhappily

From sparkling lake views to sprawling vineyards across a country landscape, there are a number of unique locations to hold your special event. No matter what the occasion, Yates County in the Finger Lakes has many unique venues for wedding ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, reunions, bridal and baby showers, or engagement parties.

Weddings are definitely our specialty – whether you’re eloping, keeping it small or have a lot of people you want to share your special day with, you and your loved ones are going to love it here from beginning to end. Don’t forget, wine country is a great place to honeymoon or celebrate an anniversary!

Garrett Chapel

Climbing Bines Hop Farm and Craft Ale Company

Glenora Wine Cellars

Wedding Venues

Abandon Brewing Company

Merritt Hill Road, Penn Yan

Climbing Bines Hop Farm and Craft Ale Company

Hansen Point Road, Penn Yan

Crispin Hill

Wager Hill Road, Penn Yan

Esperanza View

Esperanza Road, Keuka Park

Feather Tick ‘n Thyme

and Breakfast

Tuttle Road, Prattsburgh

Garrett Memorial Chapel

Skyline Drive, Penn Yan

Glenora Falls

S. Glenora Road, Dundee

Glenora Wine Cellars

State Route 14, Dundee

Hampton Inn and Seasons

Keuka Lake

Mace Street, Penn Yan

Keuka Lake State Park

Pepper Road, Keuka Park

Lakeside Country Club

State Route 54, Penn Yan

Mansion at Keuka Lake

Keuka Park

Miles Wine Cellars

Randall Crossing Road, Himrod

Norton Chapel at Keuka College

Central Avenue, Keuka Park

Plum Point Lodge on Seneca

Plum Point Road, Himrod

Vineyard View Winery

Williams Hill Road, Keuka Park

Vineyard View Winery on Seneca Lake Opening Spring 2023

Hall Rd, Himrod

Weaver View FarmsBarn Wedding & Events

State Route 14, Penn Yan

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TOP 5 THINGS TO DO IN THE WINTER

The Finger Lakes is best known as a summer destination, but a winter getaway can be just as great! If you enjoy a quieter setting, less crowds or winter activities, you’ll love a Finger Lakes vacation during the colder months.

TOUR THE WINERIES & CRAFT BEVERAGES

Most wineries, breweries and distilleries stay open all year. The snow-covered vineyards and cozy tasting rooms are absolutely magical. Enjoy relaxed settings, a slower pace, and seasonal offerings.

ICE FISHING

When the lakes partially or fully freeze over, they become a hotspot for various types of landlocked fish. The northern tip of Keuka Lake is a popular area for ice fishing enthusiasts.

OUTDOOR WINTER RECREATION

Strap on your snowshoes or cross country skis! The Keuka Outlet Trail is ideal for this. If downhill skiing is more your thing, Bristol Mountain Ski Resort is a short drive away.

MUSEUMS & SHOPPING

Explore our indoor attractions where you can discover local gems, history, and learn new things. Our shops are great for finding unique holiday and birthday gifts.

SLOW DOWN, RELAX & RECOUP

Take time for yourself and plan a romantic weekend or solo trip. Book an accommodation that offers a fireplace, lakeview, or amenities that make your trip worry-free.

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Finger Lakes Bed & Breakfast

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HOTEL & MOTEL

Best Western Plus Hammondsport

Best Western Plus Vineyard Inn and Suites

Colonial Motel

Hampton Inn Penn Yan on Keuka Lake

Inn at Glenora Wine Cellars

Mansion at Keuka Lake

607.244.4120 | 8440 State Route 54, Hammondsport bestwestern.com/plusthehammondsporthotel

800.823.0612 | 142 Lake Street, Penn Yan vineyardinnandsuites.com

315.536.3056 | 1756 West Lake Road, Penn Yan colonialmotelkeuka.com

315.536.8202 | 110 Mace Street, Penn Yan hamptonpennyan.hamptonbyhilton.com

607.243.9500 | 5435 State Route 14, Dundee glenora.com/Inn/Accommodations

315.239.4800 | 3456 NY-54A, Keuka Park themansionny.com

Microtel Inn & Suites

315.215.2853 | 124 Elm Street, Penn Yan wyndhamhotels.com/hotels/penn-yan

Plum Point Lodge on Seneca

Savannah House Wine Country Inn & Cottages

Showboat Motel & Restaurant

607.243.3575 | 3482 Plum Point Road, Himrod Plumpointlodgeflx.com

540.454.1933 | 3927 Old Route 14, Himrod savannahhousevacation.com

607.243.7434 | 3434 North Plum Point Road, Himrod showboat-motel.com

BED & BREAKFAST

Adda Trimmer House Bed & Breakfast

Aubergine Bed & Breakfast

Beekman House Bed & Breakfast

Bluff Point of View Chalet Rentals

Country Comforts Bed & Breakfast

315.719.2896 | 145 East Main Street, Penn Yan trimmerhouse.com

315.694.7218 | 311 Clinton Street, Penn Yan aubergineinn.com

315.412.2697 | 39 Main Street, Dundee 1897beekmanhouse.com

315.536.4525 | 3324 Esperanza Road, Bluff Point bluffpointofview.com

315.595.2532 | 2915 East Valley Road, Branchport countrycomfortsbandb.com

BED & BREAKFAST

Feather Tick ‘n Thyme Bed & Breakfast

Finger Lakes Bed & Breakfast

Inn at Miles Wine Cellars

Laurentide Inn

Los Gatos Bed & Breakfast

Red Brick Inn Bed & Breakfast

Robertson House Bed & Breakfast

Scottish Glen Bed & Breakfast

South Glenora Tree Farm Bed & Breakfast

Universal Friend Bed & Breakfast

607.522.4113 | 7661 Tuttle Road, Prattsburgh bbnyfingerlakes.com

315.536.8070 | 128 South Avenue, Penn Yan fingerlakesbb.com

607.243.7743 | 168 Randall Crossing Road, Himrod mileswinecellars.com/the-inn-at-miles-wine-cellars

315.719.3445 | 158 Main Street, Penn Yan thelaurentideinn.com

315.536.0686 | 1491 State Route14A, Penn Yan losgatosbandb.com

607.243.8844 | 2081 State Route 230, Dundee the1819redbrickinn.com

315.536.9273 | 107 Court Street, Penn Yan therobertsonhouse.com

607.243.5678 | 107 MacLean Lane, Dundee. bandbsenecalake.com/scottish-glen.html

607.243.7414 | 546 South Glenora Road, Dundee treefarmbb.com

315.536.4541 | 3269 Italy Friend Road, Branchport universalfriendbandb.com