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...
Status: Closed through Thu May 16 2024   Season Dates
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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

Wed Mar 20 2024 - Thu Dec 19 2024

Reservations must be made 1 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 9 Month(s) in advance.

Campsite

Tue Mar 19 2024 - Thu Dec 19 2024

Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 9 Month(s) in advance.

Pavilion

Tue Apr 02 2024 - Wed Feb 19 2025

Reservations 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 - 2023 Camping Season
  • Campsites: Friday, May 19 - Sunday, October 8, 2023
  • Cabins: Friday, May 19 - Sunday, October 8, 2023
  • All cabins require a 2-night minimum required non-peak season, except Memorial Day, Labor Day and Columbus Day weekends where a 3-night minimum is required.
  • All cabins require a 7-night minimum during peak season.
  • All cabins: 3-night minimum required Memorial Day Weekend: Friday, May 26 - Sunday, May 28
  • All cabins: 3-night minimum required Labor Day Weekend: Friday, Sept. 1 - Sunday Sept. 3
  • All cabins: 3-night minimum required Columbus Day Weekend: Friday, Oct. 6 - Sunday, Oct. 8


  • Buttermilk Falls State Park - 2024 Camping Season
  • Campsites: Friday, May 17 - Sunday, October 13, 2024
  • Cabins: Friday, May 17 - Sunday, October 13, 2024
  • All cabins require a 2-night minimum required non-peak season, except Memorial Day, Labor Day and Columbus Day weekends where a 3-night minimum is required.
  • All cabins require a 7-night minimum during peak season.
  • All cabins: 3-night minimum required Memorial Day Weekend: Friday, May 24 - Sunday, May 26
  • All cabins: 3-night minimum required Labor Day Weekend: Friday, Aug 30 - Sunday Sept. 1
  • All cabins: 3-night minimum required Columbus Day Weekend: Friday, Oct. 11 - Sunday, Oct. 13

  • Season Schedule

    Park Season
    Start
    End
    Non Peak
    Fri May 17 2024
    Sat Jun 22 2024
    Peak
    Sun Jun 23 2024
    Sat Aug 24 2024
    Non Peak
    Sun Aug 25 2024
    Sun Oct 13 2024
    Services and Amenities
    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
    Fees and Cancellation Policies
    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.

    Park Office: 607-273-5761

    Contact Information

    Mailing Address:

    BUTTERMILK FALLS STATE PARK
    105 Enfield Falls Rd
    ITHACA  NY  14850
    Phone Number:
    Information:  (607)273-5761
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