Within Park
- Bird Watching
- Dump Station
- Dumpster
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Hunting
- Interpretive Programs
- Parking
- Picnic Shelter
- Picnic Tables
- Picnicking
- Playground
- Recycling Station
- Restroom
- Showers
- Sightseeing
- Swimming
Camping reservations can be made up to 9 months in advance. Sites become available at the 9-month window at the following times:
March 15 - Labor Day: 8AM Monday - Friday, 9AM Saturday & Sunday.
Day after Labor Day - March 14: 9AM Monday - Friday, 9AM Saturday & Sunday.
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Please Be Advised: New York State Park Campgrounds: Same-day reservations are allowed until 3PM on day of arrival; this applies to campsites only. Reservations can be made online or through the ReserveAmerica Call Center: 1-800-456-2267. Walk-ins are not permitted.
BUTTERMILK FALLS STATE PARK, NY
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...
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** Arrival dates earlier than the online-reservation-window may also be available at the facility.
**** Some sites may be available only from the campground. Call the park to check availability.
**** Some sites may be available only from the campground. Call the park to check availability.
Overview
Description
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, stream fed water fall, and playing fields, beyond which is Larch Meadows. Larch Meadows is a moist, shady glen and wetland area, through which a nature trail winds. Park activities, including tours through Buttermilk gorge, are offered weekly from July 4th through Labor Day.
Geography:
Buttermilk Falls State Park is located south of Ithaca.
Recreation:
Fishing, hiking, hunting, and field sports are the most popular park activities.
Facilities:
The park offers, cabins, campsites, nature trail, picnic tables and pavilions, playground, playing fields, showers, and waterfalls are accessible to everyone.
Nearby Attractions:
Nearby state parks include Sampson State Park, Robert H. Treman State Park, Allan H. Treman State Marine Park, Taughannock Falls State Park, Newtown Battlefield Reservation and Watkins Glen State Park.
Booking Window
Cabin
Sat Oct 05 2024 - Fri Jul 04 2025Reservations must be made 1 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 9 Month(s) in advance.
Campsite
Sat Oct 05 2024 - Fri Jul 04 2025Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 9 Month(s) in advance.
Pavilion
Fri Oct 18 2024 - Thu Sep 04 2025Reservations must be made 14 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 11 Month(s) in advance.
Season Dates
Buttermilk Falls State Park - 2024 Camping Season
Buttermilk Falls State Park - 2025 Camping Season
Season Schedule
Park Season
Start
End
Non Peak
Sun Aug 25 2024
Sun Oct 13 2024
Non Peak
Fri May 16 2025
Sat Jun 21 2025
Peak
Sun Jun 22 2025
Sat Aug 23 2025
Non Peak
Sun Aug 24 2025
Sun Oct 12 2025
Services and Amenities
Getting There
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
42.4175, -76.52194
42°25'3"N, 76°31'19"W
The park is located on Route 13, south of Ithaca.
42.4175, -76.52194
42°25'3"N, 76°31'19"W
The park is located on Route 13, south of Ithaca.
Park Office: 607-273-5761
Contact Information
Mailing Address:
BUTTERMILK FALLS STATE PARK105 Enfield Falls Rd
ITHACA NY 14850
Phone Number:
Information:
(607)273-5761
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