A Local's Guide to Upstate New York

If you want to plan a trip in Upstate NY that actually feels memorable (and not like you just Googled “things to do”), then you're in the right place!

Hi, I’m Jackie - an Upstate New York local who’s spent over 20 years finding the best hikes, waterfalls, and off-the-beaten-path spots across the state.

This is the list of everything I’d send a friend if they asked me how to plan the perfect trip here.

Inside, you’ll find:

  • My favorite hikes (from quick road side views to full day adventures)
  • Scenic drives and small towns
  • The very best waterfalls, including lesser known ones 99% of people miss
  • Unique Airbnbs and hotels that are actually worth booking
  • A curated mix of restaurants, breweries and vineyards I always go back to

And the best part is that you get lifetime access. I’m always finding new places in NY, which means I’m always adding new spots and making this map better over time. Once you have it, you’ll keep getting those updates automatically.

🇺🇸Local
Whiteface Mountain via Whiteface Veteran's Memorial Highway
Поход
Поход
Whiteface Mountain via Whiteface Veteran's Memorial Highway
Scenic mountain highway
Huttopia Adirondacks
Отель
Отель
Huttopia Adirondacks
Seasonal glamping close to Lake George Village
Taughannock Falls
Водопад
Водопад
Taughannock Falls
Picturesque waterfall amphitheater
The Lodge at Schroon Lake
Отель
Отель
The Lodge at Schroon Lake
Adirondack Lakeside Retreat
Woodstock Way Hotel
Отель
Отель
Woodstock Way Hotel
Contemporary hotel in the heart of Woodstock
Adirondack Rail Trail
Активность
Активность
Adirondack Rail Trail
Scenic bike trail connecting Adirondack towns