Ithaca is Gorges & Waterfalls: Cascadilla Gorge Walking Tour

Natural History Hike Through Cascadilla Gorge

Breathtaking Cascadilla Gorge connects downtown Ithaca with the Cornell University campus. Join us on a 1.75 mile round trip hike through the charming stone paths and stairs of the gorge to arrive in the heart of bustling “Collegetown.” On the way back down, we’ll explore part of the Cornell University campus and pass through a creekside neighborhood that overlooks the gorge. This hike is somewhat strenuous with stairs and steep paths, but the group will take a leisurely pace. It’s suitable for ages 8 and up.

Departure Location

Meet your guide at the Treman Triangle Park in downtown Ithaca, near the intersection of Court and Linn Streets. Please Note: Transportation to and from the departure location is not provided. Be sure to leave ample time to find parking. There is limited, nearby street parking, some of which requires payment during weekdays between 9am and 6pm (pay attention to locally posted signs.)

Important Information:

• All tours are public and require a minimum of 4 total guests in order to run at the listed price. For parties of 2 guests, this tour is offered for a flat rate of $135. Once the minimum number of 4 guests has been reached, adults are $39 per person, and children ages 3-12 are $25 per person.
• A 15% service charge will be added to reservations with 4 or more guests. If you book online, you will receive an updated confirmation email containing that extra charge within 2 business days.
• Weather Alert: This tour will move forward if the weather is overcast or lightly raining. Ponchos and umbrellas will be provided. We will cancel the tour if weather conditions become unsafe, such as torrential rains, thunderstorms, or in the event of flood or ice warnings.