Explore the Finger Lakes
Jump-off links for planning your trip. Wine trails, ski mountains, concerts, and the best visitor resources for the region.
How to Spend Your Stay
Pick your season and trip length. These are the things we'd do.
Get in and claim the front deck. Light the gas fire table, pour something cold, let the week start.
Naples Wood Fired Pizza or Naples Hotel Taproom — 10 minutes, easy first night.
Bristol Mountain aerial adventure park — zip lines, climbing towers, aerial courses. Best for anyone 7 and up. Book ahead, timed slots sell out. bristolmountain.com
Onanda Park on Canandaigua Lake — 9 minutes. Swimming, shore fishing, and you can launch a car-top kayak or canoe. No rentals on site but Canandaigua Sailing & Sailboard offers rentals with delivery: cdgasailboard.com
Check CMAC for Saturday night shows — 22 minutes. One of the best outdoor venues in the region.
Grimes Glen hike — 8 minutes, waterfall through a shale gorge. Short enough to fit before checkout.
Monica's or Cindy's on the way out. They sell out on summer weekends — go early.
Get in and claim the front deck. Light the gas fire table, pour something cold, let the week start.
Naples Wood Fired Pizza or Naples Hotel Taproom — 10 minutes, easy first night.
Canandaigua Farmers Market 9AM to 12PM under the Mill Street Pavilion (20 min). About 30 local vendors — produce, baked goods, honey, maple, flowers. canandaiguafarmersmarket.com
Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion — nine formal Victorian gardens surrounding an 1887 mansion. Or if you have kids, Roseland Waterpark is right in Canandaigua — water slides, pools, and a lazy river on the lake.
Nolan's on the Lake for dinner, then check CMAC for Saturday night shows — 22 minutes.
Bristol Mountain aerial adventure park — zip lines, climbing towers, aerial courses. Best for anyone 7 and up. Book ahead, timed slots sell out. bristolmountain.com
Fire pit. Easy night in.
Arbor Hill is 4 minutes away — start there and grab lunch at Brew & Brats on site.
Inspire Moore and Hometown Wine Company are both in Naples. Hollerhorn Distilling (15 min) if you want to add spirits to the loop.
Open whatever you picked up on the trail. Game room.
Breakfast at Caruso's Cafe or Old School Cafe — both in Naples, Old School closes at 2pm. Then Grimes Glen hike — 8 minutes, waterfall through a shale gorge. Short but spectacular.
Onanda Park on Canandaigua Lake — 9 minutes. Swimming, shore fishing, and you can launch a car-top kayak or canoe. No rentals on site but Canandaigua Sailing & Sailboard offers rentals with delivery: cdgasailboard.com
Roots Cafe at Inspire Moore Winery or Bob & Ruth's Vineyard Restaurant — both in Naples.
Letchworth State Park — 1 hour 15 minutes. The Grand Canyon of the East. Three major waterfalls, miles of trails. Pack a lunch and make a full day of it.
Easy night in. Fireplace, board games, whatever's left in the wine haul.
One more cup of coffee on the deck.
Monica's or Cindy's on the way out. They sell out on summer weekends — go early.
The hilltop foliage view in fall is the best version of this property. Get in, open the deck, and just sit with it for a while.
Bob & Ruth's Vineyard Restaurant or Naples Hotel Taproom — both in Naples, easy first night.
Arbor Hill is 4 minutes away — start there and grab lunch at Brew & Brats on site.
Inspire Moore and Hometown Wine Company in Naples. Hollerhorn Distilling (15 min) for the full loop.
Fire pit. Open whatever you picked up on the trail.
Grimes Glen hike — 8 minutes. The gorge is stunning in fall color. Short enough to fit before checkout.
Monica's or Cindy's on the way out. Naples grape pie peaks in fall — go early, they sell out fast.
The hilltop foliage view in fall is the best version of this property. Get in, open the deck, and just sit with it for a while.
Bob & Ruth's Vineyard Restaurant or Naples Hotel Taproom — both in Naples, easy first night.
Canandaigua Farmers Market 9AM to 12PM under the Mill Street Pavilion (20 min). Runs June through the last Saturday in October. canandaiguafarmersmarket.com
Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion — the gardens are stunning in fall color. One of the best-kept secrets in the Finger Lakes.
Nolan's on the Lake for dinner, then check CMAC for any late-season shows — 22 minutes.
Bristol Mountain runs a scenic sky ride in fall — ride the chairlift up for views over the Finger Lakes in peak color. Go on a clear day. bristolmountain.com
Fire pit. Open a bottle. Best evening of the trip.
Arbor Hill is 4 minutes away — start there and grab lunch at Brew & Brats on site.
Inspire Moore and Hometown Wine Company in Naples. Hollerhorn Distilling (15 min) for the full loop.
Open whatever you picked up. Game room.
Breakfast at Caruso's or Old School Cafe, then Grimes Glen hike — 8 minutes. The gorge is stunning in fall color.
Onanda Park — 9 minutes. Shore fishing, kayak or canoe launch. Quieter in fall, easier to get on the water.
Roots Cafe at Inspire Moore Winery or Bob & Ruth's — both in Naples.
Letchworth State Park — 1 hour 15 minutes. Peak fall foliage in the gorge is spectacular. Pack a lunch and make a full day of it.
Easy night in. Fireplace, board games, whatever's left in the wine haul.
One more cup of coffee on the deck.
Monica's or Cindy's on the way out. Naples grape pie peaks in fall — go early, they sell out.
Get in and light the fireplace. This is the heart of the house in winter. Check the ski report at Bristol Mountain for tomorrow — conditions vary so look the night before.
Caruso's Cafe or Naples Hotel Taproom for dinner. Quieter in winter, better service, no wait.
Bristol Mountain is 7 minutes away. Good mix of runs for all levels, not as crowded as the big Vermont resorts. Rent gear there if you need it.
Fireplace, game room, board games. This is exactly what the house is built for in winter.
Slow morning. Fireplace one last time.
Old School Cafe or Caruso's for breakfast on the way out. Monica's Pies is open year round — worth the stop.
Get in and light the fireplace. This is the heart of the house in winter. Check the ski report at Bristol Mountain for tomorrow — conditions vary so look the night before.
Caruso's Cafe or Naples Hotel Taproom for dinner. Quieter in winter, better service, no wait.
Bristol Mountain is 7 minutes away. Good mix of runs for all levels, not as crowded as the big Vermont resorts. Rent gear there if you need it.
Fireplace, game room, board games. This is exactly what the house is built for in winter.
Canandaigua Winter Farmers Market — every other Saturday 10AM to 11AM under the Mill Street Pavilion (20 min). Check the schedule before you go. canandaiguafarmersmarket.com
Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion — the mansion and grounds are worth a visit even in winter.
Nolan's on the Lake for dinner.
Back to Bristol Mountain if conditions are good and the legs have recovered. Or stay in — game room, board games, fireplace. No wrong answer.
Cook in. The kitchen is built for it.
Old School Cafe for breakfast, then Grimes Glen hike — the gorge freezes over in January and February, genuinely spectacular.
Hollerhorn Distilling for a tasting (15 min) — warm up before heading back.
Roots Cafe at Inspire Moore Winery or Bob & Ruth's for dinner.
Letchworth State Park — 1 hour 15 minutes. Beautiful in snow. Pack a lunch and make a full day of it.
Easy night in. Last big fire of the trip.
Slow morning. Fireplace one last time.
Old School Cafe or Caruso's for breakfast on the way out. Monica's Pies is open year round.
Spring evenings on the hilltop are underrated — cool enough for the fireplace, warm enough to sit on the deck. Do both.
Naples Hotel Taproom or Bob & Ruth's Vineyard Restaurant — both in Naples, easy first night.
Grimes Glen Park — 8 minutes. The waterfall is at peak flow after snowmelt in spring, best time of year to go.
Arbor Hill is 4 minutes away — start there. Inspire Moore and Hometown Wine Company are both in Naples for the afternoon loop.
Fire pit. Spring fire pit weather is the best of the year.
One more cup of coffee on the deck.
Old School Cafe or Caruso's for breakfast on the way out. Monica's Pies if you want something for the road.
Spring evenings on the hilltop are underrated — cool enough for the fireplace, warm enough to sit on the deck. Do both.
Naples Hotel Taproom or Bob & Ruth's Vineyard Restaurant — both in Naples, easy first night.
Canandaigua Farmers Market 9AM to 12PM under the Mill Street Pavilion (20 min). Runs June through the last Saturday in October — check dates for early spring trips. canandaiguafarmersmarket.com
Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion — the gardens start coming back in spring, worth timing for May if you can. Or the Granger Homestead & Carriage Museum — an 1816 Federal-style mansion with a carriage museum on site. grangerhomestead.org
Nolan's on the Lake for dinner. Check CMAC for any early-season shows — 22 minutes.
Grimes Glen Park — 8 minutes. The waterfall is at peak flow after snowmelt, best time of year to go.
Harriet Hollister Spencer State Recreation Area — 25 minutes. Miles of trails with sweeping views over Honeoye Lake. Beautiful in spring green.
Fire pit. Spring fire pit weather is the best of the year.
Arbor Hill is 4 minutes away — start there and grab lunch at Brew & Brats on site.
Inspire Moore and Hometown Wine Company in Naples. Hollerhorn Distilling (15 min) for the full loop.
Open whatever you picked up. Game room.
Bristol Mountain aerial adventures or scenic sky ride — 7 minutes. Spring schedule varies so check ahead. bristolmountain.com
Onanda Park — 9 minutes. Good for a walk and kayak or canoe launch as the weather warms up.
Roots Cafe at Inspire Moore Winery or Bob & Ruth's — both in Naples.
Letchworth State Park — 1 hour 15 minutes. Spring runoff makes the waterfalls at their most dramatic. Pack a lunch and make a full day of it.
Easy night in. Fireplace, board games, whatever's left in the wine haul.
One more cup of coffee on the deck.
Old School Cafe or Caruso's for breakfast on the way out. Monica's Pies if you want something for the road.
Nearby Attractions
You're in the hills above Canandaigua Lake, minutes from Naples Village and the southern Finger Lakes wine trail.
🍷 Wine, Beer & Spirits
Hometown Wine Company
Friendly neighborhood winery right in Naples. Laid-back tasting room with local wines and a welcoming atmosphere.
Inspire Moore Winery & Roots Cafe
Beautiful estate winery with vineyard views and a warm tasting room. Roots Cafe on site is a great dinner option — locally sourced menu in a relaxed vineyard setting.
Engine 14 Brewery
Craft brewery in Naples with a great taproom lineup. Good alternative when you want a pint instead of a pour.
Birdhouse Brewing Company
Great craft brewery in Honeoye with a rotating tap list and relaxed vibe. Worth the drive if you're a beer person.
🍽️ Restaurants
Old School Cafe
Beloved local cafe in Naples. Great food, friendly staff. Open for breakfast and lunch — closes at 2pm.
Naples Hotel Restaurant & Taproom
Historic Naples hotel with a full restaurant and taproom. Good food, local beers, casual atmosphere. A reliable go-to for any night.
Naples Wood Fired Pizza & Smokehouse BBQ
Wood-fired pizza and slow-smoked BBQ in Naples. Great for a group — something for everyone and portions are generous.
Bob & Ruth's Vineyard Restaurant
A Naples classic. Vineyard setting, homestyle cooking, and a welcoming feel.
Brew & Brats at Arbor Hill
German-style brats, pretzels, and local beers right at Arbor Hill Winery. Great pairing stop on a wine trail day.
Nolan's on Canandaigua Lake
Waterfront dining on Canandaigua Lake. Great views and good food — worth the drive for a special night out.
Lock Stock Bar & Grill
Solid bar and grill in Canandaigua. Good food, good drinks, easy atmosphere.
🥧 Naples Must-Try
Monica's Pies
Naples is the grape pie capital of the world and Monica's is the real deal. Open year round. Pick up a pie on your way out — they sell out on weekends, especially in fall.
Cindy's Pies
The other great grape pie stop in Naples. Locals will debate which is better — try both and decide for yourself.
🎿 Activities & Events
The Naples Maple Farm
Working maple farm with tastings, syrup, and farm products. A great short stop, especially with kids.
🥾 Outdoors & Hiking
Grimes Glen Park
Waterfall hike through a gorge right in Naples. Short but spectacular — one of the best easy hikes in the Finger Lakes. Best in spring for peak water flow, and in January/February the falls freeze over completely.
Onanda Park
Canandaigua Lake waterfront park with swimming, shore fishing (year-round), and the Uplands Trail along Barnes Gulley. You can launch a car-top kayak or canoe — no trailered boats. No rentals on site; Canandaigua Sailing & Sailboard offers rentals with delivery.
Lake View Point Scenic Overlook
Pull off on Naples Road for one of the best views of Canandaigua Lake in the region. Two minutes out of your way, always worth it.
Harriet Hollister Spencer State Recreation Area
Miles of trails through forest and meadow with sweeping views over Honeoye Lake. Great for hiking, mountain biking, or snowshoeing in winter.
🏛️ Culture & Museums
The Cleveland House Museum
Built in 1794 by Captain Ephraim Cleveland, a Revolutionary War officer, and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. One of the first frame homes in Naples and nearly unchanged since it was built. Small but genuinely worth a look.
🛍️ Village & Markets
Naples Village
Charming small village with local shops, cafes, and the famous grape pie trail. Park and walk — the whole thing takes 30 minutes to explore.
Canandaigua Farmers Market
About 30 local vendors offering produce, baked goods, honey, maple products, flowers, and more. Summer market: every Saturday 9AM to 12PM, June through last Saturday in October. Winter market: every other Saturday 10AM to 11AM, November through May. Under the Mill Street Pavilion, 7 Mill St, Canandaigua.
Canandaigua
The main city on the lake. Shops, restaurants, the waterfront, Sonnenberg Gardens, and the Granger Homestead are all here. Worth a half-day trip any time of year.
🚣 On the Water
Onanda Park — Lake Access
Swimming, shore fishing year-round, and car-top kayak/canoe launch. No trailered boats. No rentals on site.
Canandaigua Sailing & Sailboard — Kayak Rentals
Kayak and canoe rentals with delivery to Onanda Park or other launch points. Best option if you want to get on the water without bringing your own gear.
Active Life Naples — Boat Launch
Closest public boat launch if you're trailering a boat. 7202 State Route 21, Naples.
Boating on Canandaigua Lake
Full guide to boating on Canandaigua Lake — marinas, rentals, launch sites, and what to know before you go.
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