STEUBEN COUNTY, HAMMONDSPORT, FINGER LAKES, NY

The main highway through the region is Interste 86. Traversing the entire Southern Tier, I-86 runs from Jamestown in the west to Orange County, just north of New York City in the east.

Situated in the rolling hills of New York State, Steuben County is less than a day's drive from many cities located in the eastern United States and Canada. Steuben County is located midway between New York City and Niagara Falls, as well as halfway between Washington, D.C., and Toronto.

Keuka Lake is one of the major Finger Lakes in the U.S. state of New York. It is unusual because it is Y-shaped, in contrast to the long and narrow shape of the other Finger Lakes. Due to its shape, it was referred to in the past as Crooked Lake. Keuka means "canoe landing" in the Iroquois language and "lake with an elbow" in the Seneca language. The Y-shaped Keuka Lake empties into another Finger Lake, Seneca Lake from a stream called Keuka Lake Outlet at the lake's northeastern end in Penn Yan. The stream empties into Seneca Lake at the village of Dresden in neighboring Yates County. At one time the outlet was developed into a canal, the Crooked Lake Canal, connecting the lakes. This canal was later replaced by a railroad branch line which is now a hiking and cycling trail.

Hammondsport - The Cradle of Aviation and Heart of the New York State Wine Region, sits at the bottom of Keuka Lake - Jewel of the Finger Lakes. Both are year 'round destinations. Whether you are looking for a quiet lakeside retreat or a fun filled vacation, you will find endless offerings to meet your every need... World class wineries, aviation history, water sports. Hiking and biking offers scenic views. 5 star cuisine to 5 minute meals... and accommodations ranging from world class to rustic, along with quaint shops, fine arts and antiques.