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Welcome to the Chautauqua-Lake Erie Region

in Western New York State

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Visitors love coming to the Chautauqua-Lake Erie Region any time of the year, but there is something extra special about visiting during the summer. Our destination is highlighted by five lakes including Lake Erie NY and Chautauqua Lake. Experience lake vacation pastimes such as boating, fishing, paddlesports, and swimming beaches. Delight in a variety of outdoor recreation including, camping, hiking, cycling and mountain biking, golfing, and more. Take advantage of shopping, dining, and craft beverage options throughout our Victorian villages, charming lakeside towns, and a stunning wine country.  Chautauqua County has been a beloved vacation destination for adventure, entertainment, the arts, history, and leisure learning for more than 140 years. Start planning your adventure!

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Flavors of the Region

Enhance your next meal or charcuterie board with flavors from Chautauqua & Lake Erie NY! Stock up on favorites to take home and bring you back to a "Chautauqua state of mind," or to share with loved ones and friends. Discover artisanal food products like locally made grape products, fruit and maple syrups, cheese, spices, and more. The emphasis on small-batch, fresh, and local is strong in Cha…
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Horseback riding at Double DAB

Outdoor Adventure Seekers

Outdoor Adventure Abounds Start planning your next thrilling experience Nestled between the foothills of the Alleghenies and Lake Erie, Chautauqua County is a destination of unrivaled natural beauty. Outdoor adventure seekers will find five amazing lakes plus numerous waterways perfect for boating and fishing, miles of hiking and biking trails in old-growth forests and geologic formations like Pan…
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Summer dining patio at EBC on Chautauqua Lake

Outdoor Dining Options

Enjoying a meal outdoors can elevate a meal to an experience, plus be a memorable part of your vacation. Restaurants across Chautauqua & Lake Erie NY offer outdoor seating seasonally. Sit outdoors at a lakeside restaurant for amazing views of area lakes and the famous Chautauqua Lake sunsets or watch the city of Jamestown come to life at night as your meal unfolds in a more urban setting. Pair…
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Three people picking fresh blueberries

Flavors of the Region

Enhance your next meal or charcuterie board with flavors from Chautauqua & Lake Erie NY! Stock up on favorites to take home and bring you back to a "Chautauqua state of mind," or to share with loved ones and friends. Discover artisanal food products like locally made grape products, fruit and maple syrups, cheese, spices, and more. The emphasis on small-batch, fresh, and local is strong in Cha…
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Horseback riding at Double DAB

Outdoor Adventure Seekers

Outdoor Adventure Abounds Start planning your next thrilling experience Nestled between the foothills of the Alleghenies and Lake Erie, Chautauqua County is a destination of unrivaled natural beauty. Outdoor adventure seekers will find five amazing lakes plus numerous waterways perfect for boating and fishing, miles of hiking and biking trails in old-growth forests and geologic formations like Pan…
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Summer dining patio at EBC on Chautauqua Lake

Outdoor Dining Options

Enjoying a meal outdoors can elevate a meal to an experience, plus be a memorable part of your vacation. Restaurants across Chautauqua & Lake Erie NY offer outdoor seating seasonally. Sit outdoors at a lakeside restaurant for amazing views of area lakes and the famous Chautauqua Lake sunsets or watch the city of Jamestown come to life at night as your meal unfolds in a more urban setting. Pair…
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