New York State Park · Tompkins County
A waterfall plunging 215 feet past cliffs that tower nearly 400 feet above the gorge — one of the outstanding natural attractions of the Northeast. Gorge and rim trails view it from below and above; campsites and cabins overlook Cayuga Lake.
$10 per vehicle — Vehicle Entrance Fee: $10 per vehicle Non-commercial bus: $35 Non-profit: $35 Profit: $75 Seasonal bus pass: $75 Collected: $10.00 Fee collection daily from sun up to sun down. Use pay stations when no gate attendant. On special event nights (concerts/movie/fireworks) an event fee of $5 vehicle, $20 bus fee is charged from 5:30-10:00pm.
Park is open year round from dawn to dusk.
Trails Update, as of April 17, 2026: All our trails are now fully opened
2026 Swimming Season: 6/26 - Labor Day, 11:00am - 7:00pm, daily
2026 Camping Season: 5/15 - 10/12 with existing reservations only at this time.
Cabins available 5/15 - 10/12 (prime season, week requirement: 6/27 - 8/28).
Shelters/Pavilions: Available for reservations from 5/9 through 10/26.
Hours as published by NY State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.
Boat Launch:
Transient Slips: 5/15 - 10/12
Seasonal Slips: 4/15 - 10/28
Schedules for pools, museums, campgrounds, tours and other facilities inside the park, as published by NY State Parks — not the park's own opening hours.
Phone607-539-4078
Address1740 Taughannock Blvd., Trumansburg, NY 14886
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