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OUTDOORS

cases the area’s beauty, passing by Greek cascading water and filtered sunlight,
Peak Ski Resort and leading to Virgil while winter transforms it into an icy
Mountain, the county’s highest point. A amphitheater. Ideal for hikers, snowshoers,
moderately challenging gem, it shines and casual walkers, this half-mile trail
brightest in leaf-peeping season, treating offers a quick escape. Weather permitting,
you to scenic vistas, stream crossings and explore the cave behind the falls for a
moments of solitude. Perfect for birding, unique perspective. It’s a brief round-trip
hiking and leisurely strolls. trek, but you’ll need extra time to sit and
enjoy the views. Selfie anyone?
CORTLAND BEER
COMPANY & DISTILLERY
BONUS DRINKING HOLES
Find the county’s OG brewery in history
downtown Cortland. Choose from the list Brand Y Distillery, Cortland’s newest farm
of seasonal and regular beers, then relax two campsites. Fun Fact: The NCT is the distillery, is dishing out Rumskey, Moonshine and
in the outdoor courtyard equipped with longest continuous hiking trail in the US, Vodka. If it’s blueberry picking season, pop over to
firepits for the chilly season. Cap off your spanning 4,800 miles from North Dakota Cherry Knoll U-Pick Farm to taste their blueberry
to Vermont.
wines. Ranging from bone-dry to ice wine, the

DRAGONFYRE DISTILLERY product is picked by hand, sorted and handcrafted
into small batches to ensure the highest quality.
For non-beer drinkers, Dragonfyre Distillery
Visit cnyhiking.com or fingerlakestrail.org for
is an unforgettable whiskey-tasting expe-
rience. Nestled in the rolling hills between more hiking options.
Marathon and Willet, Dragonfyre Distillery
is a family-owned operation producing
small batches of whiskey and moonshine
made with locally grown grains. After Greek Peak
hike with a refreshing Naked Lap Lager –
sampling in their quaint medieval-style
a traditional American Lager with a 4.9% Adventure Center
tasting room, wander the grounds to find
kick. Its golden hue and light body make
fairies, wishing trees and Hobbit doors.
it the ideal post-hike companion. Non-beer
Watch out for low-flying dragons! Put some “woo” in your life!
enthusiasts can enjoy CBC’s own vodka,

whiskey, gin, seltzers and frozen cocktails. TINKER FALLS TRAIL If you’re up for a challenge – and a breathtaking
good time – the Greek Peak Adventure Center
HOXIE GORGE-UNDERWOOD Length 0.6 mi will deliver!
HILL- NORTH COUNTRY Elevation gain 95 ft Step back into nature year-round with the
NATIONAL SCENIC TRAIL Route type: Out & Back Nor’Easter Mountain Coaster, a thrilling 4,300-
Nestled within Labrador Hollow Unique
Length 11 mi foot ride. Ascend the mountainside and maneuver
Area, Tinker Falls stands at 50 feet,
Elevation gain 2000ft through twists and turns at nearly 30 mph in the
featuring a natural rock amphitheater
Route type: Out & Back two-person car.
above a 30-foot cascade. A year-round
A full day of wilderness exploration awaits Soar over Virgil’s breathtaking scenery at over 40
marvel, the warmer months showcase
at the Hoxie Gorge-Underwood Hill miles per hour on the 1,300-foot-long Zip Line.
stretch of the North Country Trail (NCT). Feeling competitive? Challenge friends to a race—
Start your trek at the south end near the every zip line is dual, adding a thrilling edge to
Tioughnioga River’s fishermen’s park- the experience!
ing area. The trail passes through Hoxie For the daring, the High Ropes Aerial Course
Gorge State Forest, crosses several gorges offers a challenge for every level of courage!
and treats you to panoramic views from Navigate suspended bridges, hanging blocks,
Underwood Hill’s open fields. Backpackers horizontal tires, space loops, tight ropes, and zip
get a Lean To, and overnighters will find lines as you ascend through the treetops of
this resort.
If you prefer keeping your wheels on the ground,
the Bike Park is your destination. The 18 diverse
trails offer a day’s worth of enjoyment for riders of
all skill levels. Not ready to go all in? Lessons are
offered daily.

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