How do I get down to Buttermilk Falls?

To view Buttermilk Falls from the top is fairly easy, as the Bruce Trail goes around the canyon at the top. Viewing it from the bottom is difficult, as you have to climb down the gorge at nearby Albion Falls and follow the creek downstream to the first creek on the left. This creek will lead to Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim at Buttermilk Falls PA?

This is a fantastic swimming area at the base of a waterfall. The swimming area is by the parking lot, but the waterfall trail will take you at least an hour to explore, and is all uphill. With that said, it is a well maintained trail so it is easy to climb.

Where do you park for the Buttermilk trail?

The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs and horses are also able to use this trail. The Reedy Creek parking area is on Riverside Drive at Hillcrest Road.

Where do you park for Buttermilk Falls?

Buttermilk Falls State Park is located two miles south of downtown Ithaca along Elmira Route (Route 13 and 96) in Tompkins County, New York. There are several parking areas in the park, but the best one for the falls and Gorge Trail is the lower parking lot at the following coordinates: 42.417128, -76.521140.

Do you have to pay for parking at Buttermilk Falls?

The Finger Lakes Environmental Education Department offers scheduled gorge tours and educational programs at Buttermilk Falls, Robert H. Treman, Taughannock Falls and Watkins Glen State Parks. All park programs are free and open to the public, no registration required, although a parking fee may be charged.

Where can you swim in Buttermilk Falls?

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Why are they called Buttermilk Falls?

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.