Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation
- You can book a campsite either online or by calling New York State Parks. Walk-ins are not available, so it’s crucial to book ahead to avoid disappointment.
- Campsites can be reserved from nine months in advance of your stay to 3pm on the day of your visit.
- If the site you want isn’t available for your preferred dates, you can set up a notification through the website to be alerted of the next available opening.
- If you can’t find a site at Taughannock Falls State Park, consider looking into nearby Hipcamps or private campgrounds instead.
When to Go
Taughannock Falls State Park is open year-round from sunrise to sunset, but camping is only available from the middle of April until mid-October. Summer is the best time of year to visit, and swimming is allowed from the beginning of July through Labor Day weekend. However, this is also the busiest time due to school summer vacations, so if you want to come in summer, opt for a weekday visit if possible.
Know Before You Go
- The closest place to pick up groceries and supplies is the town of Trumansburg, about a five-minute drive from the park.
- Two leashed pets per party are allowed in campsites and day-use areas.
- Boat rentals and slips are available for rent during the camping season.
- Cabins require a two-night minimum during certain times of the season.
- A per-vehicle charge applies for entry but is waived for those with an annual Empire Pass.
Taughannock Falls State Park
Camp in the shadows of one of New York’s best waterfalls.
Although named for its main attraction—the 215-foot-high Taughannock Falls—this Finger Lakes state park offers plenty more to do than just viewing its star attraction. The summer months draw hikers, water-sports enthusiasts, and swimmers galore, and the park’s Cayuga Lake offers seasonal slips, a boat launch, and a swimming beach. Winter brings lots of snow, offering winter sports for those keen on cross-country skiing, sledding, and ice-skating. Accommodations include 16 cabins and a campground with tent and RV sites, available from spring through early autumn.
Although named for its main attraction—the 215-foot-high Taughannock Falls—this Finger Lakes state park offers plenty more to do than just viewing its star attraction. The summer months draw hikers, water-sports enthusiasts, and swimmers galore, and the park’s Cayuga Lake offers seasonal slips, a boat launch, and a swimming beach. Winter brings lots of snow, offering winter sports for those keen on cross-country skiing, sledding, and ice-skating. Accommodations include 16 cabins and a campground with tent and RV sites, available from spring through early autumn.
Activities in the park
1 campground in Taughannock Falls State Park
What’s in a name? At Taughannock Falls State Park Campground, the beauty lives up to its natural namesake. With cabin and tent campsites that overlook Cayuga Lake, you won’t believe the natural around you. Hike the trails all day and find Taughannock Waterfall plunging 215 feet through the gorge, or relax at the beach on the lake. At Taughannock F Read more...
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Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation
Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation
When to Go
Taughannock Falls State Park is open year-round from sunrise to sunset, but camping is only available from the middle of April until mid-October. Summer is the best time of year to visit, and swimming is allowed from the beginning of July through Labor Day weekend. However, this is also the busiest time due to school summer vacations, so if you want to come in summer, opt for a weekday visit if possible.
Know Before You Go
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