200 N Franklin St

Nestled on the southern tip of Seneca Lake, Watkins Glen is located in the heart of New York’s renowned Finger Lakes region, which is known for stellar outdoor recreation, dining, wineries, and breweries. Perfect for renters looking for a quaint feel or being surrounded by nature, Watkins Glen is bookended between two dynamic green spaces, the Watkins Glen State Park and the Catharine Creek Wildlife Management Area. Watkins Glen State Park is a hiker’s dream with 19 waterfalls located along the Watkins Glen Gorge Trail, while the Catharine Creek Wildlife Management Area is great for wildlife observation with an array of creatures from turtles to frogs found throughout the park. Even if you aren’t a nature enthusiast, there is still plenty to do in Watkins Glen. Head to the old-fashioned yet vibrant downtown area that houses locally owned pubs, bars, and restaurants serving up casual fare from pizza to ice cream to barbecue.