Monica's Guidebook
Sightseeing
This gorge is a breathtaking hike up a gorge. The entire walk from the bottom takes 2 1/2 hours but the top is the most dramatic and there is a loop tea that takes 25 minutes. If you only have time for one thing, this walk is memorable.
10 locals recommend
Robert H. Treman State Park, Upper Entrance
129 Upper Park RdThis gorge is a breathtaking hike up a gorge. The entire walk from the bottom takes 2 1/2 hours but the top is the most dramatic and there is a loop tea that takes 25 minutes. If you only have time for one thing, this walk is memorable.
Cascadilla Gorge Trail
Cascadilla Gorge TrailFabulous walk along the gorge and right in town.
Two mile walk in, on the flat beside water from the falls, ending up at a tall cascade.
507 locals recommend
Taughannock Falls State Park
1740 Taughannock BlvdTwo mile walk in, on the flat beside water from the falls, ending up at a tall cascade.
In town, central, easy quick walk to a wide waterfall
Right in town, you can park nearby and in 5 minutes you are right next to the wide waterfall.it’s hard to believe this is just in town
Ithaca Falls Natural Area
Lake StreetWalk or bikeride
Eight miles, ADA compliant path along the inlet downtown that goes through the Farmers’ market.
Waterfront Trail
Waterfront TrailFood scene
Great new chef (won in Chopped TV show) and great setting by the water with lots of outdoor seating. Reservation is helpful.
88 locals recommend
The Boatyard Grill
525 Old Taughannock BlvdGreat new chef (won in Chopped TV show) and great setting by the water with lots of outdoor seating. Reservation is helpful.