Karl's Map

Explore landmarks, legends, and Karl sighting spots around Keuka Lake.

19 locations

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Bluff Point

Scenic Viewpoints

Peninsula between the two northern branches with scenic Skyline Drive.

"The highest concentration of Karl sightings occurs along Skyline Drive."

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Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery

Wineries

Vinifera pioneer with lake-view vineyards.

"The misty mornings when Karl emerges inspired the winery's most prized vintage."

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Garrett Memorial Chapel

Scenic Viewpoints

The 'Little Chapel on the Hill' above the lake.

"Couples who marry here are said to receive Karl's blessing for calm waters."

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Glenn H. Curtiss Museum

Historic Sites

Aircraft, motorcycles, and hydroaeroplane history.

"Some say Karl inspired Glenn Curtiss to invent the flying boat after seeing the creature glide across the lake."

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Hammondsport

Historic Sites

South tip of Keuka; aviation heritage and Depot Park.

"Karl has been spotted near Depot Park, watching the seaplanes take off—perhaps remembering his old friend Glenn Curtiss."

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Keuka Lake State Park

Parks

State park on the north end of the west branch with camping and recreation.

"Rangers have recorded mysterious wake patterns in the early morning hours."

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Keuka Outlet Trail – Seneca Mills Falls

Trails

40+ ft cascade and mill ruins along the gorge.

"Hikers report hearing splashing sounds near the falls—some say it's Karl taking his morning swim."

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Penn Yan

Historic Sites

Northern gateway to Keuka; Birkett Mills and the Outlet Trail head.

"The old-timers say Karl visits the Outlet at dawn, searching for buckwheat pancakes."

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The Birkett Mills

Restaurants

Historic buckwheat mill—home of the giant pancake griddle.

"Legend has it Karl once helped flip the world's largest buckwheat pancake here."

Branchport

Historic Sites

Hamlet at the west fork; gateway to Finger Lakes Museum campus area.

Bully Hill Vineyards

Wineries

Iconic winery with restaurant and museum overlooking the lake.

"Walter S. Taylor claimed to have shared a bottle with Karl himself."

Depot Park

Parks

Waterfront green with launch and beach.

"Best spot to watch for Karl at sunset."

Esperanza Mansion

Lodging

Greek Revival landmark with grand lake views.

"The mansion's founder reportedly kept a journal of Karl sightings."

Keuka College

Historic Sites

Liberal arts campus on the lake.

Keuka Outlet

Trails

Historic canal route, now a scenic trail connecting to Seneca Lake.

"The canal was Karl's original highway between the lakes."

Keuka Outlet Trail – Cascade Mills Falls

Trails

Falls near historic Cascade Mills complex.

Keuka Park

Historic Sites

Home of Keuka College along the east branch.

Pleasant Valley Wine Company

Wineries

Fieldstone winery complex; U.S. Bonded Winery No. 1.

Sugar Creek

Beaches

Northwest inlet and boat launch area near Branchport.

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