May, docents lead wildflower walks on Saturday and Sunday. Nyack, New York might be best known as the home of the Palisades Mall, one of the largest shopping malls in the country. The intended direction a trail should be ridden. Colors indicate trail is missing specified detail. When your Adobe PDF Reader opens, set the magnification to 75% (easier to view 3D) or 100% (better result after you are experienced). 3.5 km The trail climbs through the woods on its way to Buttermilk Falls. Most people hike the trail in a clockwise direction, starting from the northern end of the parking lot along the Blue Trail. As your eyes relax the pictures in each pair begin to overlap.

Daily HOV parking (4 or more people) is FREE when arriving between 8:30am and 10:30am. See Whitewater Kayaking - BRT Insights for more on this sport. 6.2 km After another quarter-mile or so of hiking, the trail reaches the first of two vistas. 27.52 m Up Buttermilk Falls Park is one of the gems of the Rockland County park system. However, Palisades Mall does dominate a portion of it, which does take away from the natural beauty found here. NOT OKAY! Looking for more things to do in the area? available along the road and in a lot at the trailhead. 60.9 m Down, 3.1 mi Another view(Chosen by California State Parks for the cover of their brochure on the park.).

Starting at 21st St. the Buttermilk Trail is to your left. If you are visiting in the summer, but aren’t planning to swim, I’d definitely get here early to avoid the crowds.

Create Recommended Route or While the trail continues uphill, you are past the most difficult part of the hike, though make sure to exercise caution on any wet rocks as they might be slippery. To suggest edits for this trail, complete a While it might not be able to compete with the gorges at places like Watkins Glen State Park or Stony Brook State Park, it’s still an incredibly beautiful part of the Finger Lakes. You return down the same trail when you come to the end of this parcel of public property. The view from the ridgeline in Buttermilk Falls Park is quite expansive. An upper trail from the parking There are plenty of wildflowers and flowering trees. Buttermilk Bend trail offers spectacular views of the river and is a Buttermilk Main Parking point of interest; Type: Parking : Directions: google parking directions 72.5 m Up Please be aware of others utilizing the trail. Events. • • There is also a small amount of parking available at the bottom of the Tiehack ski lift. This trail starts across the river from the Visitors Center just on the opposite side of the modern Pleasant Valley Road bridge and winds up river about 1.2 miles. 319' Down There is also a small amount of parking available at the bottom of the Tiehack ski lift. • end of this parcel of public property. However, less than a mile from this large shopping area is a fantastic place to go hiking. The main parking area for Buttermilk Falls State Park is located two miles south of downtown Ithaca and mere steps from the base of Buttermilk Falls.

While you could simply view Buttermilk Falls from below and leave, the Gorge Trail above the main waterfall is well worth taking the time to hike. (Photo also provided to California State Parks for their brochure on the While crowds can definitely be an issue here in the summer, the concrete barrier built around the pool makes it incredibly easy to get to a variety of vantage points for viewing or photographing the waterfall. However, watch for poison ivy and those with allergies may need to bring an inhaler if allergic to pollen as the allergens can get bad. Ignore what you see on either side of the 3D picture with your peripheral vision. Each Spring, from mid March to the first weekend in This trail leads a quarter-mile to Schuyler Road and continues on to Stephen Rowe Bradley Town Park. Most people hike the trail in a clockwise direction, starting from the northern end of the parking lot along the Blue Trail. There are a few entrances to this trail, one at 21st Street, another is located at the Reedy Creek canoe launch area, and the last can be accessed from the Nickel Bridge. kayakers rest between rapids. At some spots, the trail passes above the waterfalls, which are hidden deep in crevices in the rock. 11.7 km The upper and old trails come back together about 0.2 mile

The main parking lot is located right at the base of the mountain; just a few steps away from the chairlifts.

If you are looking to get outdoors while in the Nyack area or visiting the nearby Palisades Mall, this is a great option thanks to the park’s beautiful waterfall and nice vistas. This 800-acre park is one of the region’s most popular spots thanks to the impressive 165-foot waterfall for which the park is named. If you are visiting the park via public transportation, this trailhead along Schuyler Road is a much easier and safer spot to access the trails in the park, though it’s a 0.6-mile walk from the closest bus stop. just on the opposite side of the modern Pleasant Valley Road bridge and winds up Interestingly, it’s said that Teddy Roosevelt would often stop and enjoy the views from here while riding his horse during his stays in nearby Blauevelt, New York.

You return down the same trail when you come to the Turning right will take you the short distance back to the main parking area for Buttermilk Falls Park. • 113' Down 238' Up Check out Yonkers Brewing Company, Dennings Point, and West Point Foundry Preserve. Please explain. This sandstone was primarily used in the construction of the Western Penitentiary in Pittsburgh, which is located just off of the western end of the Northshore Riverfront Trail.The GPS data provided here brings you from parking, over to the falls, and then out on a separate trail that runs along the ridge of one of the quarry's cliffs. 27.02 m Up Trip Reports Jim Cheney is the creator of Uncovering New York. For camping reservations, visit the Buttermilk Falls State Park website or call 607-273-5761 for more information. From the parking area, it’s less than 100 yards to the base of Buttermilk Falls and the start of the Gorge Trail. Nearby, a refreshing swim at the Buttermilk Fall’s stream-fed swimming pool is a popular spot for cooling off during warmer months. You can see this parking lot in the photo to the right. It’s interesting peering down into the pools and imaging how deep they must be and marveling at the color of the water. The Buttermilk Bend Trail begins at the north parking lot and follows the north side of the river upstream for a gentle and level 1.2 miles, one way.

From here, a one-mile hike takes you past the highlights of this beautiful natural area. The trail then proceeds to climb along the side of Buttermilk Falls, offering some great views of the waterfall, before heading into the woods. on this trail. 61.07 m Up After spending 5.5 years exploring Pennsylvania, Jim discovered a love for New York and is excited to spend time exploring this great state and uncovering the best things to do here. To your left is the creek that Buttermilk Falls feeds into and there are small waterfalls right off of the trail at the trailhead. While there may be a way to get to the base of the falls, the main trail features a view overlooking the waterfall. Overall, there is about a 275-foot climb in the first half-mile of the trail and an equal descent on the second half of the hike. Turning left on the White Trail will take you to Schuyler Town Park. You could also return the way you came, which would be a slightly shorter trek, but the Gorge Trail is fairly narrow, and it might be a bit difficult to pass people on a busy day in the park. While most of the waterfalls along the Gorge Trail are relatively small, the chasm, chutes, and pools that the creek has carved into the rock are truly magnificent. 27.54 m Down, 7.3 mi Meet at the Bridgeport north parking lot. All rights reserved. park.) Cross the bridge over Buttermilk Creek, and take a left onto the Rim Trail to head back towards the parking area. As the weather warms up you will see bathers across Poppies also put on a show. Something else? Near the vistas, there is a turn off for the Orange Trail. The waterfall is about 35 to 40 feet high that runs year-round, so this hike is great for any season.The trail starts out from the parking lot by heading downhill into an old quarry before heading up stairs which leads over to the falls. private or school groups. wide enough for wheelchair accessibility. While I tend to find plunge waterfalls like the nearby Taughannock Falls more impressive, the size of Buttermilk Falls makes this an incredibly beautiful spot. You can see this parking lot in the photo to the right.