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Sometimes the best places to visit are right here in New York State. New York State has something for everyone from beaches, beautiful mountains, the bright lights of New York City, and the gorgeous roaring Niagara Falls not to mention the many gleaming lakes throughout the state. Check out the many different options right here in New York State. These are the top 15 destinations to visit according to U.S. News and World Report. They considered sights, culture, adventurous pursuits, and the opinions of readers and experts.

Beaches in Upstate New York offer you the perfect escape during the summer months. What are the top beaches in all of Upstate New York to check out and enjoy?

Spending a lazy day on the water will be a whole lot easier in Lake George this summer.

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is warning boaters and swimmers of harmful algae bloom in a popular Capital Region lake.

Boat inspections are now mandatory in the Adirondacks.

Float your boat. Hop aboard a flamingo paddle boat just a few hours from Central New York.

Packing is never a problem when you visit Empire Haven, a nudist park in Moravia, NY, located an hour south of Syracuse and about 30 minutes north of Ithaca.

The New York Power Authority could wrap up summer 2020 early on Hinckley Lake by closing its boat launch at the Hinckley Dam and Reservoir.

New York has reopened some golf courses and marinas, with restrictions.

Amendments to Brianna's Law requires all powerboat operators to take a safety course.

The New York State Senate passed new regulations for those 'driving a boat' in NY.

Oneida County Sheriff Robert Maciol has announced the first dates for the free Sheriff’s Marine Patrol NYS Boater Safety Course in 2019.