Parks
There are a number of different parks in the area.
Cass Park 273-1090
off Rte. 89 in the Cayuga inlet
-- Pool hours: M-Sun 12-6:30, June 23rd. Children under
9 must be accompanied by an adult. Pool admission 12 and
under: $.75; students 13-17: $1.50; Adults 18 and over: $2.
-- Outdoor covered Ice Rink open from October 19th-March
-- Admission: Adults $3.00, Students 13-17 $2.50,
Children $1.50
-- Skate rental: $1.50, ID needed
-- Season Pass can be obtained at the Ithaca Youth Bureau
-- One enclosed pavillion is available. Call the Ithaca Youth
Bureau at 273-8364 for reservations (also for Stewart Park).
Dewitt Park 272-1718
116 N. Cayuga Street
-- Alternative site for the Farmer's Market (Tuesdays).
Stewart Park 272-1718
Off Rte 13
-- Open year round.
-- No swimming allowed.
-- No alcoholic beverages allowed.
-- There are two enclosed pavilions that can be used for
group events. Call the Ithaca Youth Bureau at 273-8364 for
reservations.
State Parks
-- Parking fees, $3.00, $4.00 when swimming is in effect; $30 for the year. For more information call the Finger Lakes State Headquarters 387-7041.
Allan H. Treman Marina 272-1460
Buttermilk Falls 273-5761
Cayuga Lake 315 568-5163
Filmore Glen 315 497-0130
Robert H. Treman State Park 273-3440
Taughannock Falls 387-6739
Watkins Glen 535-4511
off rte. 14, camping open May-October
gorge trail closes November-May
305 camping sites
1000 acres
Mr. and Mrs. Scata (Timespell)
535-4960
-- Recreation of gorge with sound and light laser art.
-- Generally open May through October.
-- Call for specific show times and current admission prices.
"MINI-PARKS":
Arnot Forest
A 4.025 acre tract located about 20 miles southwest of
Ithaca between the villages of Newfield, Cayuta, and Van Etten.
The forest may be used for picnicking, hiking, cross-country
skiing, bird watching, nature study, fishing, and hunting.
Van Natta's Dam
A cool retreat in the summer and a good hike in the winter
within the city of Ithaca, located just off Giles Street.
Cascadilla Gorge
A charming "mini" gorge near the center of Ithaca, just four
blocks from State Street at the foot of University Avenue.
Sunset Park
The area was given to the village of Cayuga Heights in the
1920s for a "View Park" to provide one of the best views
of the lake and inlet. Turn right on Wyckoff Road from East
Shore Drive, then turn left on Sunset Park Drive.
Minn's Gardens
Located in front of the Plant Science Building on the Cornell
campus, it is a showcase for hundreds of annuals from the
campus greenhouses. All plants are marked with their
popular and scientific names.
Flat Rock
Located directly across from the entrance to the Cornell
Plantations on Route 392. The broad, flat rocks of Fall
Creek are a popular swimming and wading area, suitable
for young children.
Wildflower Garden
Located in the Cornell Plantations at the junction of
Caldwell Road and Route 392. Wildflowers, labelled for
variety, can be seen on this short walk through the woods.