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Winter Recreation

Winter Recreation

DISCOVER OUR
WINTER WONDERLAND

Tailwater Lodge is located in the Tug Hill region of Upstate New York which is celebrated for its record breaking snowfall. This bountiful supply of snow provides the perfect setting for an array of winter activities.

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Local Area Winter Recreation Tailwater Lodge is located in the Tug Hill region of Upstate New York which is celebrated for its record-breaking snowfall. This bountiful supply of snow provides the perfect setting for an array of winter activities. We invite you to discover your Upstate experience and to make Tailwater Lodge the home base for your next winter adventure. Snowmobiling With ride-in, ride-out connections from the NY Trail C5A, Tailwater Lodge is in a prime location to make your next snowmobile journey. Our overnight guests can utilize on-site truck and trailer parking and easy-on, easy-off trail access. Visit nysnowmobilewebmap.com for interactive trail maps. Visit our local grooming clubs for trail conditions: kasoagtrailblazers.net pulaski-boylstonsnow.com Snowshoeing and Cross-Country Skiing Experience the wonders of the Salmon River in winter by exploring our on-property trails. Snowshoes are available to overnight guests for use, based upon availability. We also recommend the following locations: Osceola Ski & Sport Resort skiosceola.com 315-599-7168 1573 Osceola Road, Osceola, NY 13316 Distance from Tailwater: 24 miles, 32 min drive Nine miles of trails with many loops and diverse terrain to suit the needs of all skiers. Kitchen offers soups, sandwiches, treats and beverages. Equipment rentals available, visit website for rates and more information. Selkirk Shores State Park parks.ny.gov/parks/84 315-298-5735 7101 State Route #3, Pulaski, NY 13142 Distance from Tailwater: 13 miles, 23 min drive In addition to spectacular sunsets over Lake Ontario, visitors can expect outstanding fishing and popular hiking, snowshoeing, cross country skiing and biking trails that lead to a lush mix of meadows and woodlands. Entrance fees apply (vary by season) or Empire Pass accepted. Osceola Tug Hill Cross Country Ski Center uxcski.com 315-599-7377 1486 Osceola Rd, Camden, NY 13316 Distance from Tailwater: 23 miles, 31 min drive Trail fees apply, cross country ski rentals available. Visit website for rates and more information. Winona Forest Recreation Association winonaforest.com Lacona, NY 13083 Distance from Tailwater: 18 miles, 30 min drive The Winona Forest Recreation Association (WFRA) maintains approximately 70 miles of trails in the Winona Forest and Jefferson County Forest Preserve. WFRA provides recreational opportunities for skiers, snowmobilers, ATV riders, equestrians, mushers, snowshoers, fat bikers, hikers and many other outdoor sports enthusiasts. WFRA also hosts several popular annual events and races involving these outdoor activities. Visit website for driving directions and more information. Robert Wehle State Park parks.ny.gov/parks/137 315-938-5302 5182 State Park Road, Henderson, NY 13650 Distance from Tailwater: 34 miles, 46 min drive Robert G. Wehle State Park is the region's newest State Park, entrance fees apply (vary by season) or Empire Pass accepted. The former estate of Mr. Wehle, the park boasts 1,100 acres and over 17,000 feet of Lake Ontario shoreline, some fronted by vast limestone cliffs. Also available are over 10 miles of hiking, snowshoeing, cross country skiing and mountain biking trails. The park is also dog-friendly.

Local Area Winter Recreation