From breathtaking waterfalls to charming small towns, these destinations are worth adding to your travel list. Upstate New York has a way of surprising people. One weekend, you could be standing beside a massive waterfall, and the next, you could be spending the afternoon in a quiet lakeside village or exploring a mountain town filled with local shops and restaurants.

Nestled in the heart of the Adirondacks, Cranberry Lake Campground is an ideal destination for campers, anglers, boaters, and anyone looking to escape into nature. With a remote lake, miles of nearby hiking trails, and a peaceful forest setting, this campground offers a relaxing outdoor getaway for visitors looking to experience the beauty of Upstate New York.

There is something timeless about the magic of Christmas, especially when it is experienced through the eyes of a child. Tucked away in a charming winter wonderland, Santa’s Workshop has been bringing Christmas fantasies to life since 1949, inviting families to step into a world where Santa Claus, his helpers, and his reindeer are more than just characters in a holiday story.

This October, The Walk of the Dead presents Erie Hollows at Exit 38, inviting brave visitors to enter a cursed settlement trapped between dimensions and uncover the horrors hidden along more than half a mile of haunted trails.

Few places capture the magic of autumn quite like New York State. As the leaves transform the landscape into shades of crimson, gold, orange, and yellow, communities across the state come alive with seasonal festivals, outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, and unforgettable food.

A breathtaking waterfall, towering cliffs, scenic hiking trails, and winter adventures make this Oswego County destination a must-visit for nature lovers.

For the 2026 Halloween season, The Rest eZ Inn is opening its doors in Clyde, New York, offering a different kind of haunted attraction—one where the scares aren't hidden at the end of endless hallways. Instead, the horror comes in tight, dark, close-quarters spaces where every room is designed to keep guests guessing.

Few Halloween stories have become as closely connected to a real place as Washington Irving's “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” Each autumn, the hills, historic landmarks, cemeteries, and winding roads of New York's Hudson Valley take on an especially mysterious atmosphere as visitors retrace the path of Ichabod Crane and the legendary Headless Horseman.

Along Buffalo’s waterfront, six enormous blue cylinders rise above the Buffalo River, looking less like industrial grain-storage structures and more like a giant package of beer. The famous Labatt Blue silos at Buffalo RiverWorks are one of Buffalo’s most recognizable examples of industrial history being given a completely new identity. What began as part of the city’s grain-handling infrastructure was transformed into a colorful landmark that connects Buffalo’s industrial p

Halloween season is getting a darker twist in Hannibal as Demon Acres Haunted Hayride invites thrill-seekers to venture deep into the backwoods for an evening filled with monsters, mayhem and plenty of reasons to scream.

Halloween season is about to get a whole lot darker as Fright Nights returns Friday, October 3rd, bringing five terrifying experiences together for one unforgettable night of fear. For more than just a traditional haunted house, Fright Nights challenges visitors to face five distinctly different nightmares. From killer clowns and haunted ships to the depths of hell itself, each attraction offers its own brand of terror—and there’s nowhere to hide.

When autumn arrives in Upstate New York, forests, mountains, waterfalls and lakes take on brilliant shades of red, orange and gold. From dramatic gorges and towering waterfalls to scenic mountain towns and elevated viewpoints, the region offers countless ways to experience the beauty of the season.

Whether you're looking for an adrenaline-filled adventure or a peaceful day outdoors, these five winter activities offer some of the best ways to experience Upstate New York.

New York anglers can fish without a license this Saturday as fall fishing season gets underway September 22, 2026

At the heart of North Star Orchards is its farm market, offering a wide variety of products throughout the year. Customers can find farm-fresh produce, aged cheeses, fresh-cut flowers, snacks, jellies, and other seasonal favorites.

Located at 2901 Rose Hill Road, Tim’s Pumpkin Patch opens its doors throughout September and October, offering visitors a full day of autumn activities, food, shopping, and family fun.

Halloween is getting a terrifying makeover at Wood Creek Hollow Farms as Psycho Path returns for another season of spine-chilling thrills, haunted attractions, and spooky entertainment.

Welcome to Field of Screams CNY, a haunted attraction that has been bringing nightmares to life since October 2014. Operating in the small town of Cleveland, New York, Field of Screams has built its reputation around one simple promise: to take visitors beyond their comfort zone and straight into the darkness.

Home to the International L. Frank Baum & All Things Oz Historical Foundation and the All Things Oz Museum, Chittenango celebrates Baum's legacy throughout the year while preparing to welcome thousands of fans for its annual Oz-Stravaganza® festival.

Boxing fans and history enthusiasts can step into the world of championship fights, legendary athletes and unforgettable moments at the International Boxing Hall of Fame in Canastota, New York.