For our residents who are itching to go chasing after waterfalls, there’s no better region to explore in our state than the Finger Lakes. All throughout this area you can find a variety of waterfalls, some that are easy to access and that can be seen from the road while others will have you stretching your legs and get you hiking through our woods.

But most of all, there’s a reason why we all love shouting from the rooftops that ‘Ithaca is gorges’ – it’s because it’s true! Taking you out to Tompkins County, it’s time you check out this enchanting staircase that winds around one of the tallest waterfalls in the area.

Taking you through the heart of Robert H. Treman State Park AKA Enfield Glen, this 2-mile long Gorge Trail will leave you speechless.
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Through the state park you'll find more than ten magnificent waterfalls, with the most impressive one being the 115-foot tall Lucifer Falls.
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After you begin hiking through the gorge, you'll eventually reach this breathtaking view that waits for you at the top of Lucifer Falls.
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Turning into a gorgeous staircase that winds from the top of the falls all the way down to the base, you'll be able to get an exciting view of the lower park from this area of the trail.
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As you make your way down the stairs, you'll get an up close look at one of the tallest waterfalls in the area.
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Once you reach the base of the falls you'll find a spring-fed pool that creates an otherworldly landscape that you'll love to dip your feet in.
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Most all of New York's gorge trails close for the winter season, but you can expect to see places like this full of visitors once spring is fully sprung! Robert H. Treman State Park becomes a popular place to visit once summer rolls around due to the fact that there's a swimming hole for people to also enjoy here.
To view the park's official trail map and to learn more, click here.

How to get here:
105 Enfield Falls Road
Ithaca, NY 14850

If you’re craving waterfalls, there’s no better region to visit than the Finger Lakes! To discover more adventures in this area of our state, read about This Trail In New York That Will Lead You On An Adventure Like No Other!

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