[Tuh-Gan-Ick] Falls state park is one the of most beautiful state park in NY. It has spectacular…read morenatural attractions of waterfalls, and a lake front on the other side of the road The Gorge Trail to the waterfall is very easy to access. I visited in the winter to see the falls frozen over, and the park rangers had done an excellent job keeping the trail well maintained. It takes about 20 minutes to walk from the parking lot to the waterfall, and there's very little elevation change along the way. North Rim trail entrance was close during winter due to ice and snow. But you can skip the dangerous part of the trail by parking at the Taughannock Falls overlook point and start hiking from there. Then you will reach the upper falls. Parking is only $10. lot is small so warmer weather probably will fill up pretty quickly.

I visited here in the winter to see the falls frozen over, and it was such a cool experience! I…read morehadn't seen a frozen waterfall before, so it was really special to experience. I thought it was a fairly easy 1 mile hike out to the falls (though my coworker vehemently disagrees that 1 mile and easy belong in the same sentence - sorry Miss Sheila!), and there were some falcons swooping around. There is a fee to park, but were still spots remaining when we arrived. We should have received discounted parking with a Military ID, but the booth was unmanned that day, so we paid anyway. There is a restroom facility at the parking lot, and it wasn't bad. I actually think it was heated, so that was nice. I'd be interested in seeing the falls and hiking the upper trail when the weather is better!

We stopped here on our way camping a couple weeks ago. The playground was fun, and included a…read morelittle zipline. The splash pad is huge. Staff sprays off everyone's feet so they don't bring in beach debris. The swimming beach is so shallow. My boys walked for the longest time and even when they started to swim, they could still stand if they wanted. Warm, too. Not the softest sand, but the way out into the lake isn't too bad. The way back, it feels a little more prickly. Guess the rocks face away from the beach. Plenty of parking, seating and shade.

Seneca Lake State Park has several good things going for it. It's nice to look at and clean; it's…read morealso a fun place to head for if you want to go jogging or take a walk. Tip: There's a path here which (upon closer examination) is actually an old street that's in a pretty far-gone state of disrepair. It's so far gone that it's actually too rough to ride a bike on :-( I suggest you learn from our mistake - if you're actually intended to go for a bike ride, you should seek out another destination.

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.

This place is an absolute treasure! I love the finger lakes and I've been everywhere and how I've…read moremissed this amazing place is beyond me. The gorge trail and rim trail were so beautiful and scenic we had an absolute blast here and I want to come back again very soon! There is tons of parking and trails and camping as well! What an absolute gem of a park!

Excellent park…read more There's places to BBQ and a big playground with lots of old classics and a giant wooden truck with slide. There's also a short but beautiful nature trail leading to Eagle Cliff Falls. Worth a visit if you're in the Finger Lakes, especially if you want a break from the crowd at Watkins Glen.

Great place to check out some falls. Plenty of railings for your safety and a cool place to bring…read morethe kids. If you wanna take a whole trip out to the area, there is also a campsite right in front of these falls for you and your family. If you are going to make this a trip consider checking out the other falls in the surrounding area.

sadly, This park was beautiful many years ago. Overpriced sites too close together, no vegetation,…read moregarbage left by previous camper and no one cleaned it up. Bought firewood from office but it wouldn't burn, it just smoked. I do not recommend.

Smith Park is one of the many hidden gems of the Finger Lakes. One of my favorite places to visit…read morewhen I need to get away. The trails are easy to follow and lead to some amazing views. I will post more pictures soon. Great for Social distancing!

I like coming to this trail, there are a few different waterfalls to see and it's close to the…read morespotted duck!

Any season of the year, the Outlet Trail is a pleasant place to walk, jog or run - or walk your…read moredog. Even better in Spring/Summer/Fall when you can take your boat out. ($2 a day to park - but no overnight parking). Love it here.

Nice beach, pretty shallow, small area but has a lifeguard which helps if you want to relax. Beach…read morewas sandy, a little rocky. Volleyball net, seems like a place to boat launch, kayak.

Was great trip. Cabins are great! Lake fun with swimming, boating and fishing! Kids loved it!read more

Who knew such a beautiful waterfall existed in New York!…read moreMost people only visit the city, and this beauty is kept to the locals. This is one of the most breathtaking hikes I've been on. The climb was brutal, but the view is worth it!

The hike along the Watkins Glen gorge trail is one of the best in the area. Incredible views,…read morebeautiful waterfalls, and if you look closely, lots of wildlife. This review focuses more on the campgrounds. There are tons of campgrounds in the area, but this is a great option! The sites are large and spread apart. There are no tent pads but there is plenty of room to set up all your stuff. Each site includes a picnic table and campfire ring. There are no bear concerns so you don't have to take as many precautions. You can also head straight into the gorge from some of the campsites. The bathrooms have lights, water, flush toilets, and showers. They were very clean while we were there and spacious. There's also plenty of dumpsters for trash. You can purchase firewood at the registration office, where they also have maps, guides, and useful info. It's a great local camping option.

Came to see how frozen the lake was. I could see ice as far as the lighthouse. Snow was more than a…read morefoot deep on the beach. Walk path still get clear during winter just in case you want to take a walk.

If you asked me a couple years ago, I would've told you that if there isn't an ocean, you don't…read morehave a real beach. I would probably still tell you that today, but I'd be ever so slightly more conflicted about it, because this is about as close as it gets to a real beach. Only if a lake is truly great can you stare across it and not even see the other side. There's even adorable little waves, if you look hard enough. The park itself is a nice place to get outside in the summer, too. It can be a bit grimy, but it's hard to hate on sand and water and sunshine. The sunsets can be spectacular by the pier, the boardwalk is nice for a walk, and there's some places to play and even some public grills if I remember right. As far as the vendors go, I'm not that big on Bill Gray's, but Abbot's ice cream is a winner. Ice cream + sunshine + sand + sea (I mean lake) = good.