Despite the many years of traveling to the Finger Lakes, and even owning a house here now, I never ever tire of traveling around the region. Throughout the seasons this destination changes dramatically and so what you saw in winter completely changes in summer and seems like an entirely new place in the fall. If you like road trips, but most especially if you love scenic drives, then this is the post for you.
The most scenic drives along Keuka Lake are along the West side. They are broken down into three roads. Taylor Memorial Drive.
My favorite of the three is Route 76 because it provides some of the most spectacular views of Lake Keuka and the bluff, no matter the season. The best part of it all is that these three roads have the most concentrated locations of wineries, breweries, and distilleries in the area.
Drive all along either of these roads and connect with 54A, which will take you straight into the cute town of Hammondsport. The road that takes you straight into Watkins Glen from this direction is Route It is hilly and winding.
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From a distance the hills look like mountains and at some of the highest points of what looks like the most endless road, you can see Waneta Lake.. When in season, there are farm stands along the way and the sunset views from this drive are breathtaking. The road takes you right into the heart of Watkins Glen and just steps from the most Southern tip of Seneca Lake. At first the ride starts out bordering you with lush trees during summer and fall months and ancient shale cliffs.
