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Triphammer Falls
University Ave & East Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850, United States
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Ni
Review №1

The falls are just ok. Difficult to get a good view point. The Cornell university area is nice though. Took abunch of fall pictures in the nearby area.

ti
Review №2

Nice quick pit stop for a Gorgeous view. Park in pay lot. Best scenic spot is up at the end of the bridge looking down. Hard to locate trails to venture down into the gorge.

Ma
Review №3

Absolutely gorgeous walk, I mean just look at the pictures. Not much else to say about it lol

Jo
Review №4

We were visiting the area from out of town and spent an afternoon checking out the falls right in town. A local was kind enough to give us directions and said the falls werent much today, but we enjoyed them. I thought maybe she meant they were just a trickle, but they were better than that.

Ye
Review №5

Fenced off waterfall on campus of Cornell University. You can only see it from a bridge. There is no castle like building in the rock like on pictures which what made us curious to visit it in the first place. Still beautiful but not worth the trip considering all the other amazing waterfalls in the area.

Tr
Review №6

The first of 5 falls along Falls Creek. The pedestrian footbridge near visitor’s center traverses the Beebe Lake dam and reveals a series of step cascades that lead down to the actual falls. Unfortunately one can not view Triphammer Falls from this bridge but the series of cascading steps and it funneling down to a central spillway is quite interesting. The best viewing platform for this falls is from sidewalk along Thurston Ave bridge.

Wa
Review №7

A lovely falls you can see right on the beautiful Cornell university campus.

Sw
Review №8

This was the 2nd best to Ithaca fall, just because you were actually closer to the waterfall than the ones inbetween.YouTube 2RanDumb

Sh
Review №9

These falls are amazing. Located at the doorstep of Cornell. Imagine a university campus that has waterfalls, upriver lake and deep gorges.The falls come into their own during winter. Place yourself on the pedestrian bridge and lose yourself to the cascading sounds for a blissful no-mind experience.

Sh
Review №10

Nice view, but parking can be a problem. No free parking, you would need to park in a reserved spot and quickly run and take your photos!

Sh
Review №11

Another highly recommended waterfall to visit during ur trip to Ithaca. Easy to acces. Gorgeous waterfall worth your time n drive.

Ta
Review №12

A nice place. Its a dam like falls cascading down. There is parking available. We couldnt stay in the place for long as it was raining heavily but a nice pedestrian bridge gives you a decent look at the falls.

pa
Review №13

Delightful spot, we had it all to ourselves.

Ja
Review №14

The building is now collapsed so it isnt as cool looking, but still beautiful looking. One fall is down the steps near campus and the other one with the collapsed building you can see by looking down on it from the bridge near campus. Parking is wonky because it has to be on campus.

Do
Review №15

Located on the beautiful grounds of Cornell University. Easy to get to and quite stunning.

sa
Review №16

Stounding view, very peaceful. Not a hiking choice, go for walking and even stopping from time to time to enjoy the nature and listen to the geese calling each other

Ka
Review №17

Located in the Cornell campus, this place is a beautiful spot to unwind!! Adjoining bebee lake, this falls is a must visit.

Ka
Review №18

So beautiful!!! Does meet up with the Ithaca falls which can get confusing

G
Review №19

Beautiful and scenic place, although the falls arent as tall or majestic as some of the other ones in the area. There is a walk path behind the Martin Tang Visitor Center that takes you directly to a foot bridge, where you can see the falls up close. The outdoor balcony of the Visitor Center also has great views. And finally, there is a partially obscure view along the vehicular bridge (with a sidewalk) on Thurston Ave.

Ke
Review №20

Although the university campus of Cornell is very nice to visit, do not rely anymore on Google photos. The site has changed. it remains cute.

Do
Review №21

Great place for hiking.

Ti
Review №22

Beautiful waterfall, and natural area for a quick atop. Great photo opportunity.

Ka
Review №23

Not marked well. Park at the colleges welcome center and walk behind it to get nice views from the bridge.

An
Review №24

My fav spot on the campus!

Fe
Review №25

Embedded in the campus. Not really aimed for tourists, but good for a quick afternoon visit.

Gr
Review №26

40 year wedding anniversary trip. Scenic/historical part of New York.

Da
Review №27

Lovely

Jo
Review №28

Great waterfall, but limited parking and crowded with students when schools in session.

Du
Review №29

Taller than Niagara falls. It has family friendly walkway and views. Excellent weekend gateway.

D
Review №30

Beautiful waterfall. Nuff said

se
Review №31

Beautiful photo opp. Walk bridge and trails in several directions. Paid parking during peak weekday hours. I dont remember the exact schedule but it was free on Sunday and I think sign said free other days after 5pm. Great place to bring out of town guests.

Li
Review №32

Unlike most other falls in the nearby area, triphammer falls does not offer a great view for a tourist. However, that does not mean there is reason to skip it. The fall creates a deep gorge and is still beautiful. And the point of origin is a pool of water, much like a small lake. Rocks are dramatic and add to the overall natural charm to the place. Do not miss it as part of your overall waterfall hopping experience in Ithaca. Limited parking and the best view is actually from a nearby vehicle bridge.

L
Review №33

Beautiful. If your an avid hiker then this isnt exactly a hiking activity in itself. Trail is mostly steps going up can either go down the same way or a parallel trail. There a couple of spots where people were swimming throughout but there is a lifeguard and diving board and dog washing area at the base

Am
Review №34

Not as thrilling as some of the other Falls in the area. Not easy to access for good viewing. Was in the Cornell campus so it was a nice drive.

Ro
Review №35

Go there!

Mo
Review №36

Must visit parks

Co
Review №37

Beautiful park, amazing falls, easy to follow trails.

Sa
Review №38

Very pretty to look at and relax

Br
Review №39

Right on the Cornell campus great view

Fo
Review №40

Neat waterfall, overflowing with all the rain.

An
Review №41

Great walk around Bebe lake

Ma
Review №42

Nice!

Sa
Review №43

Couldnt find any water fall, just a tiny stream of water..

Po
Review №44

Beautiful place to relax, walk or hike.

su
Review №45

Nice and Pleasant place!

Jo
Review №46

Looked nice from the bridge. Wanted to go down there tho

pa
Review №47

Green & colorful !

Ah
Review №48

Great park and good swimming, just stay safe

Ly
Review №49

A little hard to find, but it was worth it.

Om
Review №50

Beautiful but a bit unsafe

Um
Review №51

Beautiful & scenic

Mi
Review №52

Beautiful location and falls.

Sa
Review №53

Beautiful place

ma
Review №54

This was a rare disappointment for the Ithica area falls and parks...this fall is petty too look at..but thats it..you look at the fall and then you leave..no hike..no trail..no pathways

Pe
Review №55

The famous school building fell down a few years ago but still a cool waterfall right in the middle of a college campus

Ke
Review №56

Beautiful and peaceful, was geocaching with boyfriend

Er
Review №57

Beautiful

Jo
Review №58

Awesome falls with a great view

Le
Review №59

Easy walk to Falls

Aa
Review №60

It was frozen when I visited, but still quite mesmerizing

To
Review №61

Nice place to walk around

Br
Review №62

Nice falls in the middle of Cornell University.

Gl
Review №63

Hardly any parking .Only can see from bridge way too much traffic .

ph
Review №64

Natural wonder

Vi
Review №65

Very good

Al
Review №66

Beautiful but short walk

ta
Review №67

Beautiful

Gr
Review №68

Beautiful

Gr
Review №69

Good

Me
Review №70

Beautiful

Ma
Review №71

Love it.

Fi
Review №72

Refreshing place

Er
Review №73

Worth the walk

N.
Review №74

Chilling falls

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  • Address:University Ave & East Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850, United States
  • Site:http://visitithaca.com/attractions/triphammer-falls-fall-creek
  • Phone:+1 607-272-1313
Categories
  • Tourist attraction
Working hours
  • Monday:Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday:Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday:Open 24 hours
  • Thursday:Open 24 hours
  • Friday:Open 24 hours
  • Saturday:Open 24 hours
  • Sunday:Open 24 hours
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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