In Schuyler County, there is something special at every turn.
Watkins Glen and Schuyler County are located on the southern shore of beautiful Seneca Lake in the heart of Finger Lakes Wine Country. Our area is a premier destination for outdoor adventure, world-class wine and craft beverages, and adrenaline-pumping professional road racing. Unique, one-of-a-kind experiences are our specialty and you will never be disappointed with the beautiful sites, flavors, and people you will meet along the way!
Watkins Glen and Schuyler County can best be described as the place where Mother Nature meets Main Street. With dozens of waterfalls, miles upon miles of hiking trails, and parks and paths around seemingly every corner – there is no shortage of things to see and do in our outdoors.
Schuyler
By The Numbers
618
The deepest spot in Seneca Lake in feet
19
The number of waterfalls in Watkins Glen
2.45
Miles of racetrack at the famed road course at Watkins Glen International
1948
The year of the first Watkins Glen Grand Prix
16212
Acres in the Finger Lakes National Forest, the only National Forest in New York State
What & Who We're Known For:
- Schuyler County is the birthplace of American road racing and today is the home to Watkins Glen International, the host of the only NASCAR race in New York State.
- Schuyler County is home to the True Love, a 67’ schooner featured in the 1956 film High Society and sailing tours are available from the Seneca Harbor Park Pier in Watkins Glen.
- The Seneca Lake Scenic Byway stretches along the east side of Seneca Lake and is noted as one of the most beautiful drives in the region.
- The county is named in honor of General Philip Schuyler, one of the four major generals in the Continental Army in the American Revolutionary War.
- While you may be familiar with 19 waterfalls in Watkins Glen State Park, Schuyler County is home to 44 waterfalls including Hector Falls, Shequaga Falls, Aunt Sarah’s Falls, Deckertown Falls, and Eagle Cliff Falls, among others.
