CAYUGA LAKE

Cayuga Lake real estate is identified as a top ten market in New York for land and lake lots.

Generally, there are about 120 homes and land lots for purchase on Cayuga Lake.

Homes in Cayuga Lake that are available for purchase can range between $45,000 to $3 million, producing a total market value close to $52 million.

2nd Largest Finger Lake

Cayuga Lake is situated inside Ithaca, one hour from Rochester and a bit more than two hours from Buffalo.

This lake reaches depths up to 435 feet and encloses over 42,000 acres of surface area, making it the second deepest of the Finger Lakes. It also has a coastline of 96 miles, labeling it the longest of the Finger Lakes.

This lake is not only exceptional because of its size, but it also has more than seven lakes within a couple of miles of its shore, which includes Lake Ontario.

State: New York

Counties: Steuben County, Yates County

Alternate lake name: Crooked Lake

Other alternate lake name: Lady of the Lakes

Is the lake in the mountains: No

Acreage covered: 11,584

Miles of shoreline: 59

Average lake depth: 101 ft

Deepest lake depth: 183 ft

Shoreline part of national forest or park: None

Shoreline part of state park: None

Jet Skis allowed: Yes

Motorized boats allowed: Yes

Dock restrictions: Yes. Permit Required

Houseboats allowed: Yes

Swimming, Fishing, and Sailing

Cayuga Lake is a popular venue for sailing, swimming, fishing, and other aquatic sports because of its large size.

This lake is a perfect spot for salmon and trout fishing because of the chilly waters found in the lake's deeper corners. Several of Cayuga's streams also provide a spring rainbow trout fishery and a fall landlocked salmon fishery. You can also get an abundance of largemouth bass, perch, and pickerel during summer.

Drive the Breathtaking Byway

The Cayuga Lake Scenic Byway is an 87-mile loop bordering Cayuga Lake that accents the lake's shores, spectacular views, and woodland landscapes. There are countless natural, historical, and cultural amusements to visit along the way.

If you feel like taking a boat instead of a car, the Cayuga Lake Blueway Trail is a local water recreation route connecting non-motorized watercraft, including standup paddle boards, kayaks, canoes, and a lot more on Cayuga Lake.

You may also have a wine tour on the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail. You can savor the wine from more than ten local wineries that sit along the coast of Cayuga Lake. Some of the wineries along the route are top-ranking and are deemed a must-taste amongst local wine enthusiasts.

A Stunning Way of Life

Whether you are looking to purchase a family home, a full-time retirement place, or a vacation rental, Cayuga Lake is a perfect choice.