Things To Do

Waterfalls & Hikes

Taughannock Falls State Park

Taughannock Falls State Park's namesake waterfall is one of the outstanding natural attractions of the Northeast. Taughannock Falls plunges 215 feet past rocky cliffs that tower nearly 400 feet above the gorge. Gorge and rim trails offer spectacular views from above the falls and from below at the end of the gorge trail. Campsites and cabins overlook Cayuga Lake, with marina, boat launch and beach nearby. A multi-use trail--hiking, cross-country skiing--winds past sledding slopes and natural skating ponds.

Buttermilk Falls State Park

Buttermilk Falls State Park takes its name from the foaming cascade formed by Buttermilk Creek as it flows down the steep valley side toward Cayuga Lake. The upper park has a small lake, hiking trails through woodlands and along the gorge and rim, picnic areas and playing fields. The lower park has a campground, natural pool and playing fields, beyond which is Larch Meadows. Larch Meadows is a wetland area through which a nature trail winds. Swimming will not yet be open.

Robert H. Treman State Park

Robert H. Treman State Park is an area of wild beauty, with the rugged gorge called Enfield Glen as its scenic highlight. Winding trails follow the gorge past 12 waterfalls, including the 115-foot Lucifer Falls, to where visitors can see a mile-and-a-half down the wooded gorge as it winds its way to the lower park. Swimming will not be open until the end of June.

Six Mile Creek

Nestled between Ithaca Commons and Cornell’s Collegetown, Six Mile Creek contains two main dams, aptly named First and Second Dam, that are a popular spot for ~unofficial~ swimming. When heading out of Ithaca, cross the bridge and park at the clearly marked Mullholland wildflower Reserve lot. Exit the parking area and walk back over the bridge. When you reach the other side of the bridge, walk past the first (improvised) trail and on to the second trail. It is broad and marked by a sign and a gate. From here, the walk down is easy.

Explore Ithaca:

Ithaca Commons

Make sure you walk around The Commons and stop in some local shops and restaurants. Hit Collegetown Bagels for a quick breakfast, The Ale House for bar food & beers, Red's Place for lunch or dinner, Mercato Wine Bar, Simeons for something fancy & Revelry Yards for a drink outside in the back.

Ithaca Farmers Market

Saturdays 9 am - 3 pm, Sundays 10 am - 3 pm. Located in a beautiful park on the Cayuga Lake waterfront, with more than 150 active vendors who grow or produce their wares within 30 miles of the Ithaca award-winning covered pavilion.

Ithaca Beer Co

Craft Brewery home to Ithaca Flower Power. Grab food inside the taproom or sit outside in the beer garden on the lawn complete with yard games.

Fingerlakes Wineries:

The deep glacial finger lakes create a cool microclimate, with the mass of water moderating temperature around its shoreline, preventing frost damage and promoting quality grape growth. The region is particularly known for Rieslings, thanks to the coolness of the climate, the grape ripens slowly, which gives rich yet fresh aromas. Brady & Devin prefer tasting dry rieslings along the Cayuga & Seneca Lake Wine Trails.

Cayuga Ridge Estate Winery

Known for their chardonnay and sweet wines. One of the oldest on the wine trail!

Thirsty Owl Wine Company

Do a tasting or have a bite at the bistro. Try the dry riesling, their most popular wine - light, dry, and crisp. Fun fact: Thirsty Owl also has an outlet restaurant in Saratoga Springs, where Brady & Devin live!

Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards

Go for the wine slushies (Brambleberry!) and outdoor patio at The Oasis on site, typically with live music.

Lamoreaux Landing Wine Cellars

Devin & Brady's favorite dry rieslings. Do a tasting of their strong selection of whites. Try the Red Oak or the Round Rock. They will ship to you for free!

Atwater Vineyards, LLC

The best views of Cayuga lake. Find a spot on the launch, buy a bottle and a cheese board.