The 10 Best Lakes in New York State

The 10 Best lakes

Whether you're into hiking, boating, fishing, skiing or camping, the many beautiful lakes in New York State & their surrounding towns are guaranteed to surprise and delight.

1. seneca lake, ny

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2. LAKE GEORGE, NY

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3. LAKE PLACID, NY

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4. CANANDAIGUA LAKE, NY

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5. KEUKA LAKE, NY

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6. ONEIDA LAKE, NY

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7. CAYUGA LAKE, NY

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8. CHAUTAUQUA LAKE, NY

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9. SARATOGA LAKE, NY

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10. CONESUS LAKE, NY

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The 10 Best lakes

IN NEW YORK STATE

Whether you're into hiking, boating, fishing, skiing or camping, the many beautiful lakes in New York State & their surrounding towns are guaranteed to surprise and delight.

1. seneca lake, ny

The largest of the Finger Lakes, Seneca Lake is also considered the "Lake Trout Capital of the World" so it's a hit for fishing, boating, and so much more!

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2. LAKE GEORGE, NY

Nicknamed "Queen of the American Lakes," Lake George is located on the southeast base of the Adirondack Mountains.

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3. LAKE PLACID, NY

A two-time host of the Winter Olympics, Lake Placid is a picturesque town located in the Adirondack Mountains.

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4. CANANDAIGUA LAKE, NY

The 4th largest of the Finger Lakes, Canandaigua Lake, is an ideal getaway for nature lovers offering an endless number of outdoor activities.

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5. KEUKA LAKE, NY

Due to its unique Y-shape, Keuka Lake is nicknamed the Crooked Lake. It's also known for having some of the best fishing (including ice fishing) around.

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6. ONEIDA LAKE, NY

Oneida Lake is the largest lake entirely within New York State. Head to Sylvan Beach where you can hang out on the sand, swim or rent jet skis.

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7. CAYUGA LAKE, NY

Cayuga Lake is the longest of the Finger Lakes. Spend time out on the water or head into the charming city of Ithaca which sits at its southern tip.

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8. CHAUTAUQUA LAKE, NY

Chautauqua Lake is 17 miles long and is a family-friendly vacation spot for recreational activities, sailing and fishing.

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9. SARATOGA LAKE, NY

Saratoga Lake is located only a few miles south of the City of Saratoga Springs and is an ideal destination for a summer weekend getaway.

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10. CONESUS LAKE, NY

Conesus Lake is 8 miles long and home to many fishing tournaments. It's also perfect for a low-key getaway filled with outdoor adventures.

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