There are many lakes in the Lake Placid area with many options of boating. We stayed right near Mirror Lake so we chose to go boating on that ...
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I thought I knew how much fun zip lining is. Well, my definition of FUN was redefined once we visited Experience Outdoors zip lines. Joining a ...
When people ask which of the Falls is nicer, the American or the Horseshoe Falls, it is almost like asking which of your children do you like ...
Minnewaska State Park Preserve is located in Ulster County, NY. This stunning park is set on the dramatic Shawangunk Mountain Ridge. The park ...
Mohonk Mountain House is a Victorian castle resort founded in 1869. This resort is famous for its incredible surroundings and unspoiled natural ...
The Carousel and Ferris Wheel located across each other on the 3rd floor in the Palisades Mall are exciting for kids. The benefit is that you ...
I couldn’t believe that there is no entrance fee at the Untemeyer Garden. It is definitely one of the more hidden gems. The beauty and design ...
Only about three months ago, Launch Trampoline Park opened its 25,000 square foot trampoline park and family entertainment facility, with over ...
Cave of the Winds is my favorite Niagara attraction. It is the closest access to the falls and feels like you are practically under the falls ...
Driving up Whiteface Veterans’ Memorial Highway to the summit of Whiteface Mountain is an amazing experience. The view on the way up to the top ...
The MistRider Zipline is an incredible experience. It is located just across the American Falls on the Canadian side adjacent to the Hornblower ...
I never actually visited the Rockin Jump in Mt. Kistco although I have been to the Rockin Jump in Wayne, NJ and in Myrtle Beach, SC. They all ...
A close up boat ride to the Horseshoe Falls is one of the must do’s at Niagara Falls. If you are on the American side you don’t need to cross ...
Before we visited Safari Niagara, I assumed the Safari was of the traditional kind, with animals wandering about. That is not what Safari ...
The vintage-style Niagara Trolley can be taken to and from most of the destinations on the U.S. side of the falls. Parking in all the park lots ...
Part of our vacation this summer was spent in Niagara Falls. We stayed at the Four Points by Sheraton Fallsview Hotel just across the road from ...
The Niagara Aquarium’s goal is to teach about aquatic ecosystems through interesting exhibits and displays. It is not a very large aquarium, but ...
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We decided to visit the Skylon Tower at night. We had seen the Falls during the day from many vantage points, so we thought the 775 foot high ...
The Bird Kingdom is a fun and fascinating place. It is the World’s Largest Free-Flying Aviary. The birds and displays get more and more exciting ...
I had such amazing memories of Marineland from when I visited as a kid. I couldn’t wait to take my own kids there. What I love about Marineland ...
The Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum is an adorable interactive museum where the exhibits focus on and teach, science, literacy, math, art, music ...
Clifton Hill is a happening place. If you are looking for some general fun, not necessarily connected directly to the Falls, Clifton Hill is the ...
Although Niagara Go-Karts is not located right by the falls, it is definitely worth the 4 mile drive. Niagara Go-Karts has the title of being ...
The Bee Tour given by Zev Oster of Rockland Honey at Cropsey Community Farm is fascinating! It is amazing to see the bees up close and the ...
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Niagara Skywheel is definitely worth a visit. Located in the busy Clifton Hill, the Skywheel takes you 175 feet up in Canada’s largest ...
The Floral Clock is definitely worth a stop to take some photos of this amazing creation. Located on the Niagara Parkway, 6 miles from the ...
Pirates Cove Mini Golf is a great family activity in Lake Placid. The 18-hole adventure course is beautifully designed with waterfalls, bridges, ...
Please note that this attraction is not located in Niagara Falls but is a great place to stop on the way to Niagara Falls.
I was set on visiting ...
I was set on visiting Watkins Glen State Park on my way to Niagara Falls. Located in the Finger Lakes Region, this beautiful natural wonder is a ...
Gore Mountain, located just a half hour away from Lake George is a very popular skiing destination in the winter. During the summertime you can ...