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Taughannock Falls State Park

Taughannock Falls State Park
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Taughannock Falls State Park
Taughannock Falls State Park
Taughannock Falls State Park
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Pronounced Tuh-GA-nick. The falls’ name is believed to have derived from the Algonquian Taconic (“in the trees”) or Taghkanic (after a Lenape chieftain killed in battle nearby). Taughannock Falls carves a 400-foot gorge through layers of sandstone, shale and limestone that were once the bed of an ancient sea. With a 215-foot plunge, this waterfall stands three stories taller than Niagara Falls.

Enjoy swimming in Cayuga Lake, a picnic area, concessions, a playground, camping, cabins and more!

Swimming prohibited in gorge. Lifeguarded swimming in Cayuga Lake available seasonally. Dogs allowed on leash. There are multiple hiking trails that provide views of the fall and the gorge.

Accessibility Note: The Overlook is a short distance from a paved parking lot. The George Trail is 9/10 mile and mostly flat, with a mixed surface composed of packed dirt and gravel.

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  • # Electrical Sites: 15
  • # Sites Total: 76
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  • Total # rooms: 2

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