Vineyards in New York's Finger Lakes region are bustling, Adirondack communities are sprouting creative co-ops and college ...

The most beautiful section, according to World Atlas, is between Oneonta and Rotterdam ... southeast border of Seneca Lake. It follows New York State Route 414 and starts from near Watkins ...

More: World Atlas names 9 of New York's most picturesque small towns ... Hikers will enjoy the gorge of Watkins Glen State Park, which contains 19 cascades in a 1.5-mile span.