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Gorge Trail
112 E Buttermilk Falls Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850, United States
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Je
Review №1

I love this trail! There are so many little waterfalls around every corner! I recommend getting a map at the office because it connects to other trails and its nice to track where you are while you are walking. There is no swimming on this trail, which is a bummer. There police or ranger was following slowly behind us. It was kind of awkward. We went on the weekend, so there were a lot of people there. A weekday might be better if your looking for a secluded hike. Always beautiful though!

Gr
Review №2

Unacceptable to be open. Five times too many people to effectively distance.. only 1/3 of people wearing masks. Significant groups of people going the wrong direction.. it’s supposed to be one-way but no respect for the rules here by patrons of the park: all ages, all nationalities being unsafe and you can’t get away from people once in the gorge where everyone is congregated.Staff is far too understaffed to police the herds of people swimming and off the trail when they are not supposed to be. Yes, this is a beautiful park but not safe for you or your family to visit, at least on a weekend during this pandemic.It’s impossible to observe New York States COVID restrictions and be on this trail today.

Ta
Review №3

Beautiful nature, gorgeous waterfalls. Good workout - it has many stairs up in the beginning if you go from the buttermilk waterfall. Definitely place to visit. Must be something special in fall foliage time, I came a couple of weeks after.. But its still lovely

Br
Review №4

Took the full hike and it is a diverse set of trails that range from a gorge with a set of waterfalls to a hilly trail encircling a lake at the top of the creek with a nice dam. Scenic and pretty easy terrain to hike

Ol
Review №5

Even though it was cold, its a beautiful place to visit. I saw a few pieces of trash here and there on the trail but thats to be expected in a public area. Some of the steps were a bit difficult to go past, but overall I enjoyed my visit!

K
Review №6

$ 8 per car unless you come after 6pm. 30 minute hike (really just walking up stairs) to where the other trail going back connects. Really pretty worth the visit even if it has been dry like when we went.

Mi
Review №7

Beautiful hike, although it is steep and rocky.

Di
Review №8

Nice falls, worth visiting for sure.

Da
Review №9

Great place to visit. Stunning scenery

Je
Review №10

The walk along buttermilk falls is very pretty, although a decent workout as it is mostly uphill from the buttermilk falls park entrance. The path is fairly well maintained, but some of the concrete enforced steps are a little uneven. However, even with that, it was a very comfortable walk. The walk is soothing and the views are great! You get to see a lot of waterfalls the whole walk. If you are in the area definitely worth a visit.

Wa
Review №11

The rim trail is nice out and back trail from this entrance

Tr
Review №12

Great hiking experience! The falls are beautiful with many photo opportunities. There were many stairs, so I wouldnt recommend anyone who has trouble with stairs. However along the way gives many places to be able to sit along the trail by the falls. We had a fantastic time and are already talking about coming back, eventhough we live states away!

Ga
Review №13

Absolutely a must see and hike for this wonderful trail and waterfalls. Yes, this trail has multiple falls and drops, even though the main event at the bottom is worth the trip alone, dont short change yourself and skip the rest of the gorge. But I do need to for warn you, the hike UP the gorge isnt for the faint of heart or the unfit. Avoid hiking this one in extreme humidity if at all possible, unless you are fit or well trained for these conditions. Enjoy this one, it is well worth it!

Ka
Review №14

Beautiful falls but the trail was too much.

An
Review №15

Truly wonderful hike along the gorge trail. Great waterfalls and views. Wear boots. Free parking but download map beforehand as my cell service cut out.

Mi
Review №16

Such a beautiful walk. The sound of the water alone is just mesmerizing

Fr
Review №17

Wonderful hiking trail a lot of stairs but well worth it. I think in the fall it will be spectacular. Very Nice!

ET
Review №18

Amazing water fall view

Re
Review №19

Upkeep and maintenance of the trails is great. Map is great for those visiting for the first time. Beginning of gorge trail can be a bit of a workout.

ed
Review №20

Quite the trek up and down but SOOOO very much worth it for the picturesque scenery that follows the Buttermilk Falls. Truly gorgeous!!

Er
Review №21

Be prepared to climb! This one is a workout.

Sa
Review №22

Lovely trail up the hill along the waterfalls. You can also take a different trail back through the woods. There are picnic spots and bathrooms at the start of the trail.

Ra
Review №23

Great falls; a great place for people who love to walk

Yo
Review №24

This is one of my Must See locations for trails to hike. The trail is beautiful and ever changing. It doesnt seem like an incredibly intense hike but it can take a minute depending on foot traffic. Personally I reccomend taking it slow and embracing the natural beauty above and below anyways.

Ta
Review №25

The falls are full this spring. Very pretty. Only two of the right stalls in the ladies room were working and available. Not too many people. Just nicely populated. Clean grounds. Clean picnic area. Playground for the kids. Nice. No swimming and no access to the lower falls for wading.

MK
Review №26

Connects from Buttermilk Falls or can be independent. Nice easy hike. Took my time. And thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Highly recommend.

Wa
Review №27

Nice walking trails, cool waterfalls, not for the timid but okay for moderately fit people.

Ra
Review №28

Beautiful trail.15+ waterfalls in this 1 trail amidst a gorgeous gorge!!Loved it.

Au
Review №29

The falls are beautiful! So peaceful, will visit again soon.

Be
Review №30

Absolutely beautiful! Lots of stairs along the gorge! If unable to hike both ways, take the shuttle back to your starting place.

Ki
Review №31

Amazing! Beautiful views of waterfalls, rock cliffs and fall colors. Worth the strenuous hike.

Pa
Review №32

Was Gorge-oous. Beautiful falls, short hike but intense on rim trail

Hu
Review №33

It was a beautiful site. Very clean and well kept and the walk isnt to bad either.

Ma
Review №34

Stunning views! I love this place.

Or
Review №35

Beautiful hike, not very hard, calm and quiet

Al
Review №36

Beautiful!

Pe
Review №37

Walk all the time, love Treman Park!!

Br
Review №38

Strenuous trail. Great hiking!

sh
Review №39

Its nice place to go with family

Ca
Review №40

Gorgeous. Amazing hike. View is phenomenal.

Ge
Review №41

Cool place to hang..

Ha
Review №42

This is a magical placeThe waterfalls are so beautiful and scenic

Go
Review №43

One of my favorite places to visit in Ithaca- great form of exercise while witnessing gorges natural wonders along the way. The walk up is work but the walk down feels like it happens too quickly! Bring your camera and make memories here!

Su
Review №44

Varry cool place to see. Lots of up hill hiking but worth every second.

st
Review №45

Loved the hike, clean and free of litter.

Ge
Review №46

Beautiful waterfalls and swimming area during the summer!

Ka
Review №47

Breathtaking

Ja
Review №48

Beautiful hike, great workout for the legs.

Mi
Review №49

Great Hike! Earned md my Wings… Literally! Buffalo!

Al
Review №50

Nice trail, not demanding at all.

J
Review №51

Picturesque hike. Be prepared for going uphill on both a trail and stairs. Worth the effort

Ca
Review №52

So beautiful and a great reminder of what we have right here in New York!

Rh
Review №53

Great pictures trail.

Ed
Review №54

Beautiful views of multiple waterfalls

le
Review №55

Great place to visit

Ve
Review №56

Great place to visit

Cr
Review №57

Great hike, next time I will go up the rim trail and return to the parking lot in the gorge. It was neat to see it with just a trickle.

Da
Review №58

Beautiful walk through a gorge trail, if you approach from the south parking area it seems like an endless uphill climb. The walk is well worth it as you can literally walk through the gorge en route to gorgeous views!

Li
Review №59

Lovely hiking.

No
Review №60

Amazing park, very well maintained. Great with kids.

Ke
Review №61

Amazing views... Bring a camera

Mi
Review №62

Great hike

je
Review №63

Its beautiful there

De
Review №64

So beautiful!

Ja
Review №65

Nice hike

Ma
Review №66

Beautiful.

ga
Review №67

Amazing really breathtakeing waterfalls

Se
Review №68

Beautiful.

Ne
Review №69

Awesome! Beautiful!

do
Review №70

A beautiful day in gorgeous location!

Jo
Review №71

Great view

Na
Review №72

Beautiful trails running parallel to the Gorge the water hole at the bottom wasnt open (no life guard) but further up on the Gorge trail you can walk into the water (only goes up to your ankles at the most) but it is slippery!

Di
Review №73

Just beautiful

Je
Review №74

Awesome!

Mi
Review №75

Ithaca is gorges.

Ph
Review №76

Amazing

Do
Review №77

Wonderful

R
Review №78

Absolutely beautiful

Do
Review №79

Beautiful

Ke
Review №80

Definitely worth going to

Er
Review №81

Nice Walk

Ja
Review №82

Well worth the time

Bo
Review №83

I love this place

jo
Review №84

Awesome

Ne
Review №85

Awesome

Ch
Review №86

Beautiful

Mi
Review №87

The Gorge Trail is a great place to go for a hike!!!!

Ma
Review №88

Great hike and lots of stairs

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  • Address:112 E Buttermilk Falls Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850, United States
  • Site:https://parks.ny.gov/parks/151/
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  • Good for kids:Yes
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