Hike to the Magical Ruins of an Abandoned Village in New York
There's a hike in New York that leads straight to an abandoned village and its once spectacular mansion. This magical and haunting destination is just a 3 hour drive from Utica.
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Hike Across the Spooky Bridge from the Movie ‘A Quiet Place’
The abandoned railroad trail is located in Ulster County, which would be another great day trip from Utica-Rome.
Hike a ‘Sleeping Lion’ Less Than an Hour from Utica
Among the sights is the hiking trail itself, an historical home, a state park and beach, and a pristine lake.
The ‘Grand Canyon of the East’ Opens New Outdoor Recreation Area
Letchworth State Park, considered the 'Grand Canyon of the East' announced the opening of a $2 million recreation area and a restored boathouse for whitewater rafting, just over 2 hours from Utica.
Many Folks in Utica Have Probably Never Hiked This Utica Spot
The South Woods Switchbacks Trail is a portion of Roscoe Conkling Park, which totals 625 acres and includes the Utica Zoo and Valley View Golf Course.
This Scary Drive Near Rochester Takes You Under the Erie Canal
The tunnel is one of two famous oddities in the town of Medina, just a 2-1/2 hour drive from Utica.
Explore Natural Stone Bridge & Caves Just a Short Ride from Utica
Cool waterfalls, gorges, lighted caves and grottos, with raging water or tranquil dark pools, plus a guided spelunking cave crawl.
Try This Easy & Interesting Hike Less Than 30 Minutes from Utica
Enjoying the Swale Pond Loop is easy, but finding it is the tough part.
Hiking and Nudity at Skinny Dip Falls in Western New York
Hiking allows you to really see all of nature's beauty - but there's one hike where you can see a little MORE of nature's beauty - because it includes skinny dipping. Ready for a road trip, Utica?
Be a Pioneer and Camp in a Covered Wagon 2 Hours from Utica
Yeah, you could camp in a tent - or you could be a pioneer and camp in a real covered wagon. The campsite is around 2 hours for Utica, and ready to welcome you.