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Hidden Treasures Near Keuka College

The next time you find yourself bored around Yates County, try visiting some of the hidden treasures!

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Hidden Treasures Near Keuka College
Martha Rinella

Fairy Trail, Branchport

This hidden treasure I located in Branchport, approximately 10 minutes south of Keuka College. The Fairy Trail is a trail created by a Korean War veteran who followed the Daimyo religion. After returning from warm he created different sights to stop at along this trail. Along it, you can see The Unfinished Staircase, The Labyrinth, The Tepee, The Majestic Horse, The Fairy Castle, The Tree House, The Tea House, and many others fun exhibits. This trail was created for people to wander and become one with themselves and one with nature.

Watkins Glenn, Watkins


Just forty minutes south east of Keuka College, you can find some of the most magical gorges in Upstate New York. Watkins Glenn State Park is a Finger Lakes Park and campground that stretches along the entirety of the Glenn Stream. This stream descends approximately four miles with 400 feet descends, 200 foot cliffs and 19 waterfalls along the way. While you are visiting this gorgeous site, make sure you stop by the Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream Shop for a perfect ending to your day!

Garrett's Chapel, Jerusalem

Just a few short minutes south of campus stand this little chapel on a hill! With one of the most breathtaking views around Keuka Lake. Garrett Chapel is a seasonal, summer church that was built by the the Garrett family in memory of the youngest son who died from Tuberculosis. Masses are offered through the summer season, but any other time throughout the year you are still able to walk around and explore its beauty. This building is found in the National Register of Historic Places as one of the last pieces of the Garrett Company. You will be able to indulge in beautiful stonework, stained glass windows and a view the could never get old.

Keuka Lake Outlet Trail, Penn Yan

Along the outlet river of Keuka Lake you will find many hidden treasures. One of the most popular sites along the trail is at the waterfall. This two-layer waterfall is not only gorgeous to look at, but also extremely fun to swim in if you are feeling adventurous. If you follow the trail upstream a little further, you will begin to find many abandoned buildings and even a complete abandoned village. These places are sure to satisfy any adventurous needs.
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