No matter how long you live in New York, you’ll forever find yourself feeling overwhelmed by all the beauty that’s around us in our state. From the serene beauty that Mother Nature has laid out for us to the man-made structures that are now a part of our landscapes, it’s hard not to spend all your time capturing what you’re seeing around you. Lucky for us, these magnificent photographers have managed to take some beautiful shots that showcase just how magical the Empire State really is. Here are 20 photos taken in our state that you won’t believe are real:
- Could this picture be anymore perfect? There’s nothing like capturing a colorful sunset on Fire Island with our picturesque lighthouse!
A.D. Wheeler/The Explorographer
- Looking like something out of a movie, the architectural brilliance that is the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum will leave you speechless.
slack12/Flickr
- Another beautiful shot of Fire Island, if it wasn’t for the person sitting on the beach I would think this is another planet!
A.D. Wheeler/The Explorographer
- Doesn’t this tranquil shot of Saranac Lake just instantly put you at peace? Beautiful!
Maria/Flickr
- Out near Skaneateles Lake, a part of the amazing Bahar Preserve, you’ll find the magical Carpenter’s Falls.
Zach Frailey/Flickr
- There’s nothing quite like the skyscrapers of New York City, here you can see a unique angle of the One World Trade Center.
Nick Harris/Flickr
- The Cherry Blossoms of Brooklyn’s Botanic Garden will sweep you off of you feet.
Joseph Bylund/Flickr
- This two-tiered beauty is a sight every New Yorker should see for themselves at least once, Kaaterskill Falls.
Peter M Graham/Flickr
- You’d never believe that on the other side of this photo you’ll find a large amusement park! The boardwalk at Rye Playland is breathtaking.
June Marie/Flickr
- Captured near the Pepacton Reservoir, this hidden Catskills waterfall looks like something out of this world.
Jason Farrar/Flickr
- Our Capital Region skyline against this beautiful sunset looks like nothing you’ve ever seen.
Dylan Boyce/Flickr
- Rightfully titled Field Of Dreams, the morning fog across this Upstate city park is unbelievable.
A.D. Wheeler/The Explorographer local city park - 6am fog - upstate
- This amazing shot of Iona Island on the Hudson River is nothing short of relaxing.
Karl Tsakos/Flickr
- Nothing will seem as unbelievable as our famous High Peaks, the views from the summits are unreal!
bocomo007/Flickr
- The sky mirrored in New York’s West Canada Creek is some of Mother Nature’s finest work.
Tony I/Flickr
- Taking a trip to the Keene Valley is an absolute must where stunning views like this are waiting for you!
Vaibhav Bhosale/Flickr
- New York’s beautiful waterfalls will always make us feel out of this world and Lampson Falls in Clare is no exception!
Decaseconds/Flickr
- An enchanting corner of New York’s Platte Clove.
V.T. Polywoda/Flickr
- An unforgettable summer morning in the Adirondacks, looking like it rolled straight out of our dreams.
John Cudworth/Flickr
- The Finger Lakes are nothing short of extraordinary. How stunning is this sunset on Seneca Lake?
Carmen/Flickr
Do you have a favorite picture of New York that you’ll never forget? Share with Only In New York which surreal photos on our list won your heart over!
A.D. Wheeler/The Explorographer
slack12/Flickr
Maria/Flickr
Zach Frailey/Flickr
Nick Harris/Flickr
Joseph Bylund/Flickr
Peter M Graham/Flickr
June Marie/Flickr
Jason Farrar/Flickr
Dylan Boyce/Flickr
local city park - 6am fog - upstate
Karl Tsakos/Flickr
bocomo007/Flickr
Tony I/Flickr
Vaibhav Bhosale/Flickr
Decaseconds/Flickr
V.T. Polywoda/Flickr
John Cudworth/Flickr
Carmen/Flickr
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