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Watkins Glen New York ☎ 607-535-2736 Last Updated: 01/05/2025 |
| Watkins Glen is a village and census-designated place in and the county seat of Schuyler County, New York, at the southern tip of Seneca Lake, within the scenic Finger Lakes region. As of the 2020 census, the population was 1,829. The village is well-known for its natural beauty, historical significance, and vibrant auto racing culture. | |
| Watkins Glen was settled in 1791 and originally named Jefferson before being renamed in 1852 to honor Dr. Samuel Watkins, an early promoter of the area. The name "Glen" was added in 1926. The village is characterized by its stunning gorge, which is now part of Watkins Glen State Park, established in 1906. This park features a creek that descends 600 feet through a 1.5-mile gorge, creating numerous waterfalls and scenic views. | |
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Watkins Glen State Park Place » Outdoors Watkins Glen State Park is the most famous of the Finger Lakes State Parks, with a reputation for leaving visitors spellbound. Within two miles, the glen's stream descends 400 feet past 200-foot cliffs, generating 19 waterfalls along its course. 282 views 💖 11009 N Franklin St, Watkins Glen, NY 14891 |