City park right on one of the finger lakes. They have 20-30…read morecampsites & you're close to town. During summer they have great program for kids. Paddle boarding, Kayaking. Great view of lake.

This isn't a large park, and it's a bit tucked away and mostly frequented by Lansing residents…read more There are times when it can feel VERY crowded given the size. Everything in the park is mainly around a little driving loop. Myers Park includes 19 available camping sites with each having electric and water hookups. For camping, the nightly fee is $36 for Lansing Residents and $40 a night for Non-Residents. For just generally visiting the park, admission to the park is free for Town of Lansing residents (with ID). Nonresidents are charged $6 per car. Since it's a Lansing park, and not a NYS park, NYS Empire Passes aren't able to get you access. Myers Park does take credit cards as a form of payment though (along with cash, obviously). There is a decently sized playground for kids (which you can see on the Facebook, here: https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Sports---Recreation-Venue/Myers-Park-Playground-Project-MP3-433430860214/), boat launch, various picnic tables, and beach-y type areas to go into the water (it's not especially sandy... small rocks/gravel-type, mainly). Paddle-N-More is also located within the park if you want to rent canoes or kayaks (though not sure if they're currently renting anything out because of COVID - so check before you go if that's something you're looking for!). TL;DR I've been pleeenty of times over the years because I had family that lived in Lansing. Would I regularly pay the $6 per car now to get into this park? No. (I already have an Empire Pass and prefer to ensure I get my money's worth out of it.) But if it's a nice day, you want to rent a kayak or something, and it's not too crowded? Myers Park is a nice enough spot.

Stair Park is one of Vestal's hidden gems. If you're looking for a peaceful place to get outside,…read morethis is definitely worth a visit. A beautiful wooded area with rock formations, a shallow creek, and plenty of spots to stop and take in the scenery. The water is crystal clear, and it's fun to hop across the rocks or just sit and listen to the stream. The stairs definitely provide a workout, but they're well worth it for the views and the experience. It feels surprisingly secluded even though you're close to civilization. We also appreciated how clean and natural the area felt. A portable poty is on site. Plenty of parking. A pavilion and playground are also available. Wear sturdy shoes since some sections can be rocky or slippery near the water. Whether you're hiking for exercise, taking photos, or just looking for a quiet place to relax, Stair Park is a great local escape.

Super pretty place! Found lots of seashell fossils along the riverbed which was super cool!read more

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.

We were in Binghamton for the day and wanted to see something new outside. My wife knew about…read moreBinghamton being the "Carousel City." We headed over to Rec Park just to relax and see the carousel, which was unfortunately closed. We just walked around and enjoyed the beautiful setting. Plenty of open space and with a beautiful pool, ball fields and tennis courts with multiple paths to walk around. I especially like the huge playground with not just one but two areas for the kids to play and climb and wow... they were all out enjoying the the pay structures and using the slides. This is just a lovely enclave in the middle of a city to find some nice resting and strolling areas. I hope to come here one day and be able to take advantage of the free carousel. KUDOs to the city and those who maintain the wonderful Rec Park.

wish I had been there in summertime with the old-fashioned wooden horse carousel building was open…read morebut still epically beautiful

Visiting Ithaca and need something to do? Stop by this arboretum and take a walk. Get some fresh…read moreair, enjoy the trees and the beautiful scenery. It is a fun and pandemic appropriate activity! Know a lot about trees already? Test your knowledge and learn more in the nine different collections of trees. Not very tree savvy? Walk around and just enjoy the good old outdoors. Take a seat in one of the pocket gardens and sit down and rest a while. The arboretum provides a quiet peaceful, and beautiful place to walk around. Stop by now, we could all use a bit more of that in our lives!

This is a cute park with some interesting artistic structures and a nice lake with a bunch of fish…read moreand turtles. There are probably other parts of it as well, but it was a chilly day, so we didn't venture out too far. Pretty accessible parking, though, and probably nice to walk around on a nice day. I'd like to check it out again in the future!

This is a wonderful new playground with things to do for both my 1.5yr/old and 3.5 yr/old. It is…read morewell maintained, partially in the shade, so it doesn't get too hot in the summer. It has a variety of things to do (swings, slides, monkey bards, small climbing wall, etc.). We really enjoy going there! Unfortunately, there is no sign for it, so you don't see it from the road - it is right behind the Varna Community Center.

Awesome playground built in May 2015. Activities for toddlers and up. Free and open to the public…read more Professionally designed by 'PlayByDesign' (Playbydesignonline.com) and built by more than 160 local volunteers.

I love this local rink. The ice rink is open during winter and the swimming is open during summer…read more They offer a variety of skate class options for those of us who are newbs to the art, even offering children and toddler classes. There's seating inside and outside of the rink space and a snack bar with hot dogs, slushies, popcorn, and all the goodies! And the folks behind the skate rental desk are super helpful. Great Ithaca winter or summer adventure spot!

This place is wonderful, they switch the rink from ice to normal smooth floor for Ice skating and…read moreroller skating. They have food here also. I never have been in the pool or playground, it's a stress reliver to come and meet others who enjoy the same hobbies or to start learning a new skill. They have passes so you can come in and enjoy without spending too much at a time.

I've been going to this park for 50 years going to all sorts of events. Its really nice there…read more Well kept with a boat launch, camping, and retable pavilions.

I am very saddened by this dog park. The park is great and is very well kept. Unfortunately, there…read moreare a lot of people that ruin it because they bring they're unsocialized and untrained dogs. The saddest part is it's mostly the volunteers that have the untrained dogs. My dog was attacked by a volunteers dog and unfortunately people struggle with taking responsibility. It's truly sad because it would be a great park otherwise. I would not recommend bringing your dog here. :/