Of Water and Wine: The Finer Lake Region

Water comes in many forms here, from the slender, glacial lakes that give the region its name, to the river and waterfalls of the Grand Canyon of the East, the 16-mile-lon, 600-foot-deep Genesee Gorge. This is prime grape-growing country, with more than 45 wineries welcoming visitors for tours and stock and Formula One drivers to the International Track. The Coming Glass Center and the Rockwell Museum are other popular attractions. 1-800-CALL-NYS from anywhere in the U.S. and its territorial possessions. (518) 474-4116 from other areas and Canada.

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Lamington National Park

Lamington National Park: 45km west of the Gold Coast. A region of rugged mountains and jungle-like rainforest, with more than 140km of graded walking tracks, 500 waterfalls, abundant wildlife and ancient beech trees. Binna Burra Mountain Lodge, at the western entrance, offer a range of activities, good food and comfortable accommodation. Coach tours operate from various centers along the Gold Coast.

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