Brighter days in New York mean more fun in the sun, and one of the best ways to enjoy the outdoor beauty of upstate New York is to dive right into a weekend of kayaking, paddling, and canoeing in one of the most picturesque regions in the Northeast: the Finger Lakes. While the Finger Lakes offer so many different destinations for water sports, these are a few of our favorite spots to get out on the water, and you may not be familiar with a few of them.

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Before you set out on a day-long paddling or kayaking exploration with friends and family, make sure you’ve got the right supplies for your adventure, including plenty of water, food, sun protection, and life vests.

For some lakes right here in the Empire State that you don’t want to miss during the upcoming summer season, click this link. You may also want to let us know about your favorite place to get out on the water by using our nomination page.

What is your favorite place to paddle around? Tell us in the comments!

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