Fetch Fido and Head to The Finger Lakes of New York
- Luie Boone
- Mar 24
- 4 min read
Updated: Mar 24
This vacation destination is a part of our first series of blog posts titled Pooches Polite.
If your dog loves water like our boy Luie Boone loves water—and he loves water, then the Finger Lakes of New York is the perfect vacation destination for you!
The Finger Lakes are a pattern of 11 long and narrow lakes that look like a giant hand went for a swim! Seriously, who wouldn’t want a vacation spot where the lakes are basically giving you a thumbs up?
It consists of the following eleven lakes: Canadice, Canandaigua, Cayuga, Conesus, Hemlock, Honeoye, Keuka, Otisco, Owasco, Seneca and Skaneatele. Each of these lakes range from 40 miles in length and up to 618 feet in depth.
Visitors and their furry friends can flock to the region to relax, unwind, and chill by the water. Many take their canine companions on an adventurous trek to see some of the area’s magnificent waterfalls. Luie Boone loves a good waterfall. He wonders how loud he can howl underneath it!
The best time to visit the Finger Lakes is from late spring to early fall, when the weather is warm enough for pooch-friendly outdoor seating areas to be open.
The charming small-town atmosphere of Canandaigua, Geneva, Ithaca, Skaneateles, Penn Yan, Hammondsport, Seneca Falls, Naples, Corning, and Watkins Glen, combined with stunning natural beauty, makes the Finger Lakes a delightful destination. There are plenty of pup-friendly spots in these towns for you and your dog to explore and enjoy!
Paws Rest Here
Luie Boone paw-selected this perfect vacation rental for your stay at The Finger Lakes of New York. Check it out below!
Rental Name: Stargazer
This rental has 4 bedrooms with 4 beds and 3.5 baths.
Photos courtesy of Finger Lake Premier Properties
It features the following amenities:
Sits on over 100 feet of Keuka Lake frontage
Has a deck just steps away from a gradual beachfront, which is where you'd find Luie Boone sniffing for seashells
A hot tub is located just off the stone path, along the south side of the house
The lakeside lawn is fronted by a white picket fence, which prevents your pup from playing in the lake without paw-rent supervision
What does Luie Boone think of this rental? He woofed:
I am a Labrador Retriever. My kind is known for loving water, so I know that I'm going to love it when we vacation at the Finger Lakes of New York! There are 11 different lakes there, which me and my paw-rents can visit and explore. The vacation home that we will be staying at is located at one of these lakes—Keuka Lake. This lake is unusual, because it is Y-shaped, contrasting to the long and narrow shape of the ten other Finger Lakes. The lake does happen to be one of the cleanest freshwater lakes in the world. Because of its shallow waters, it is also one of the warmer Finger Lakes. This makes it an ideal place for swimming, which works great for me! Upon arrival to the rental, I will receive a doggy bag with a tennis ball from the property owners. How sweet! The rental has a large dock, which is where we'll put that tennis ball to good use. I'll be doing cannon-balls of that dock, so watch out everyone for the big splash!
Paws Venture Here
Buttermilk Falls State Park
At this state park, there is plenty for you and your pup to explore. The upper park features a lake, woodland, and gorge hiking trails. The lower park features a nature trail. So much to see, so much to explore!
Finger Lakes Pontoon Boat Tours
Take Fido on Captain Leo's 26-foot Suntracker pontoon boat for a beautiful and private tour of Seneca Lake. This is an adventure Luie Boone wouldn't want to miss out on!
Seneca Lake State Park
This state park overlooks blue water, which creates a relaxing experience for you and your best furry friend, as you stroll alongside the lake.
Spencer Crest Nature Center
This nature center features 250 acres and 7 miles of trails, along with two ponds and a flowing stream. Luie Boone wonders how many fishies he might see in the water!
Grimes Glen Park
Bring your canine companion to this long deep gorge, which has spectacular waterfalls. Luie Boone will be testing out his howl hypothesis here.
Robert H. Treman State Park
You and your pup can enjoy a day out in nature and explore over nine miles of trails at this state park.
Seneca Meadows Wetland Preserve
This wetland preserve is 576-acres, which are a mixture of diverse wetlands and lush prairies. There are over seven miles of trail to enjoy with rover.
Kindred Fare
This restaurant offers New American cuisine with dishes that reflect the seasons and flavors of the surrounding region. Fido is offered water and a chicken option. Chicken?! Luie Boone LOVES himself some chicken!
Luie Boone's Pet Peeve about
The Finger Lakes of New York
There's just so much to love about this vacation destination, but there's one thing that's got Luie Boone's leash in a twist. He woofed:
There is a legend behind the 11 Finger Lakes. A Native American legend tells the story of a Great Spirit looking down favorably on the region and offering his blessing by placing his fingers upon the land. His finger impressions left behind then filled with water, which formed the Finger Lakes. In a perfect world, I think there should be 10 Finger Lakes! But, a long time ago, when superstition played a larger role in life than it does today, I think someone accidentally ordered a lake on the side for good luck! Maybe it was the Great Spirit's way of saying, "One more lake, and you'll have enough for a decent-sized water balloon fight!"
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