Located in Dunkirk, New York, Point Gratiot is an absolute local gem. Lining the eastern shores of Lake Erie, the beach provides a perfect view of the western-setting sunset every night. It’s also a pretty beach in general. Everyone needs a sunset spot; a place you can go to for spectacular views of the day’s …
Disclaimer: Handsome Lake Campground is technically not in New York. It is located about 10 miles into Pennsylvania in Allegheny National Forest, which connects to Allegany State Forest in New York. (Why is “Allegany” spelled two different ways between the national forest and the state park, I don’t know). Located in Bradford, PA, Handsome Lake …