It's a state park, and a beautiful one at that. Within recent years they finally rebuilt the bridge…read morenear the front and are currently rebuilding the brig at the main entrance. They have campsites and cabins, and a Tony of walking trails. The stream and waterfalls are beautiful and it is good fishing if you fish for trout (it's stocked for trout and is full of little minnows and suckers and such) Be warned, there are a lot of hills and a lot of the trails aren't going to be the "easiest" in the world, they have some fairly "difficult" trails too. The only complaints I have are usually people. Usually drinking or smoking within the park and with kids around, and unfortunately with it being a small state park they don't have any sort of ranger or law enforcement presence. Also please where orange come hunting season!!! Oh and, at least for me, Verizon cell service kinda sucks up there, so keep that in mind

Super pretty! I went there fossil hunting and did not find any which was a shame. But still great…read morepark with a cool waterfall just up the riverbed!

So so glad my friend found this park! We were staying in the area and hoped to get in a hike while…read morethe Canadian smoke/air quality seemed reasonable. Fortunately because you're hiking in a gorge and in dense woods the air quality didn't bother us. And we were rewarded with a gorgeous hike! The hike was gorgeous, but definitely has lots of steps, so be warned. If you don't feel like hiking, there is a shallow (7ft deep) swimming hole with a lifeguard on duty, clean bathrooms and lots of space for picnics I would come back here again and recommend the park to others.

This was a nice walk to see the falls. The path is well marked and clear for walking. There are…read morestairs. We found a 60 year old Chapman slide gate in the closed position. No handwheel at the top. Unlikely to be operational. Picture with red at the bottom. Years of Rust.

We have been camping here for 4 years now. It's a nice park. The campground bathroom is not well…read moremaintained. This past time, the soap in the ladies room ran out and was not replenished for almost 24 hours. The floor is always wet and gross in the stalls. The loop we stay on was paved since last year and the kids absolutely loved it for biking!

this park is a treasure to the community. It's built around the old barge route canals offer her…read morebeautiful water views and attract wildlife. Great trails for walking and biking. Great camp zones for RV and tent camping. for years, there was an owl nest and very popular our family living in a dead tree. People would come from Miles to see the owls in their babies this year. The park service cut down the owls tree hopefully not killing the owls but removing their home of eight years . Is this what the park service is here for? Who are they serving and how in God's name do they cut down a tree with baby owls in it?

This park is beautiful! It's tiny, with a small playground and a little pavilion with a grill…read more There is a little swing seat by the falls as well. There is a path down, but it was rushing enough that we didn't try to go down. But still, it was beautiful!

Small public park with a steep off beat path down to a waterfall overhang, small veranda and a lot…read moreof teens swimming in the watering hole here. The area is a little slippery with the rocks and you have to be careful to not turn an ankle. Not handicapped accessible to the falls aside from the view at the rim. Deep overhang helps keep it cool but also have to watch falling rock eventually.

Wonderful waterfalls hike and easy. Park in dirt parking area and the falls is in view right away…read more If you follow the water upstream you will come to a bigger falls you can walk behind. There is also an upper trail. Beautiful area. Be careful of poison ivy. Water shoes are recommended. Uneven surface and slippery conditions.

A wonderful place to enjoy. We always take a trash bag to…read moreclean up after those that are inconsiderate.

This is a beautiful Onondaga County Park. There are several well marked trails of different…read morelengths. The two we walked were nice and shady, 1.2 and.6 miles, but because of the stairs and inclines, it ended up being a vigorous workout. The lower waterfall observation area was shady and beautiful with several benches to rest before the climb back up the stairs. The bathrooms were clean and it was a beautiful day.

I visited a couple of weeks ago, back when we had warm-but-not-yet-sweltering weather. This park is…read morea bit of a distance from Syracuse, but worth the drive. It's not too far off from Heritage Hill Brewery, so you can do a two-for and visit both-- however the park is lovely and worth a visit on its own. There's an overlook near the entrance where you can get a glimpse of the waterfall. However, the falls are also within walking distance of the start of the trail. The hill is on a slant and there are steep stairs, so the view may not be accessible for those who have difficulty walking. However, it was so calming just to sit and watch and listening to the waterfall. The day I went, there were others out but the paths didn't feel claustrophobic. I took some time and walked through the woods. The trail I took was relatively short, I think about a half mile total. I appreciated that there was a marker at the start that let you know how long it was. I am by no means a regular hiker (hoping to change that one day!) but this trail wasn't exhausting and was quite serene. This is a great park with a great waterfall and is definitely worth checking out!

It's quite an impressive waterfall hidden in plain sight in this college town. A small parking lot…read moreand gravel trail lead to the base of the waterfall; there isn't any huge amount of hiking immediately onsite but there are plenty of other trails in the area. Signage everywhere warns that the pool underneath the waterfall has dangerous currents and is a significant drowning hazard. Given the wet rocks nearby, caution is advised. I noted that apparently fishing is permitted here, which irritates me as it makes it hard to get a good view, not that I'm a fan of fishing anyway. The waterfall is several stories high and cascades impressively. Once you get past the dangerous swirling pool at the base, the downstream area is a rocky creek that admits of some exploration, and a heron was perusing it as I walked by. The site is free and open to the non-ivy league public, so there's no reason not to stop in.

I didn't really know what to expect but this was a pleasant surprise. Easy little pull-off with a…read moresmall gravel upper and lower lot area with a short walk along some rocks to Ithaca Falls. Not a lot of effort for a pretty big payoff as this is a pretty large waterfall and you can be as close, or as far away, as you desire. Got some beautiful pictures and spent around 30 minutes here.

This park is kind of hidden, and at first I thought the term "gorge" might be overselling it…read more Walking from the bottom up, I entered off of a quiet residential street and found an oasis that does indeed feel separate from the surrounding community. And as I ascended, the views just kept getting better and better. There are a lot of stone steps, and these are likely to be wet most of the time, so some caution and consideration of fitness and mobility issues is wise. Unlike the larger Ithaca Falls, I don't think it presents a big drowning hazard. The site offers numerous terraced waterfalls and splendid foliage and rock formations throughout. It is free to enter and adjoins the university but is open to the public. It is an impressive example of urban development done right.

I loved this trail! I'm so glad we squeezed it in!…read more It sneaks up on you when leaving Cornell and entering the bustling Commons/residential area. It's like a hidden haven right off to the side. The rustic stone steps and handrails were charming and a few stone bridges added to the ambiance. Not a lot of work for a huge payoff at 0.5 miles or so long one way with several waterfalls.

No hike, instant gratification! Are you sometimes just not in the mood to walk for hours to see a…read morewaterfall? Then, this is ideal! Right next to the main road, you park across the street (all of our cars missed it and had to u-turn so don't be surprised if you have to do the same - there's no shame it that!) If you have just come from Watkins Glen State Park will you be impressed? Probably not. But, if you have bad knees or feet problems, that hike is probably not going to work well. This waterfall is for everyone! And there isn't a fee to access it, either - win, win!

You've got to love the Finger Lakes. This waterfall is on the side of a road and there is parking…read moreacross the street. It's so pretty especially when there's a lot of water or melted ice. The biggest downside is you have to hoof it across a road that's 40 mph but very cool for pictures, quiet reflection, or just enjoying nature.

I live nearby Cole Park, but go there only occasionally. Everywhere out here in the Town of…read moreColesville is beautiful, so we don't need to escape a noisy city, or nosey neighbors. The swimming area is clean and lifeguards are on duty. There's adequate snack items availavle,available, various watercraft for rent to cruise around the pond. The scenery is postcard level, and the parking and picnic facilities are outstanding. If you want to make it a more fulfilling day for the kids, Cole Park is only a hop & a skip away from world famous Animal Adventure Park. A wonderful day is in store for you with a swim, picnic, and a visit with an amazing menagerie of exotic animals. I highly recommend Cole Park for the entire family. Have big fun!

The first beach I've met in Binghamton. Of course, it's an upstate beach. I, being a downstater who…read morelived on the Atlantic ocean all my life, could never get quite comfortable with a beach of no waves. At least there is real sand on the beach - imported of course. There is swimming for about 40 feet in, and then there are boat and kayak rentals for the rest of the lake. Let me tell you something - Kayaks aRe fun! You can go so fast in them. I towed both my friends with my kayak last time, they are wimps! Boats are pretty boring to me, I could never get the oars right. Oh, as of last year, kayak and boat rentals are free. wait... FREE! Even 1 dollar is a deterrant based on principle. Here it is so easy. So THIS is where my tax dollars are going... 5 stars for free kayaks. Love kayaks.