Chittenango Falls State Park
Closed — The campground at Chittenango Falls State Park has been permanently closed since the mid-2000s. The park operates as a day-use facility only, open year-round from sunrise to sunset. The Gorge Trail is closed for winter.
Winter Storm Warning issued December 30 at 12:42AM EST until December 31 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Binghamton NY
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 10 and 20 inches, with localized higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...Madison, Northern Oneida, Onondaga, and Southern Oneida Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities likely drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Occasional blizzard conditions are likely to occur. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour possible, with up to 3 inches per hour possible through Tuesday morning. Widespread blowing snow will create whiteout conditions and occasional blizzard conditions.
Wind Advisory issued December 30 at 12:42AM EST until December 30 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Binghamton NY
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central New York and northeast Pennsylvania. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
About
Chittenango Falls State Park is centered around its dramatic 167-foot waterfall, formed 10,000 years ago through glacial sculpting of 400 million-year-old bedrock. Visitors can view the falls from multiple vantage points, including from the top, along a winding gorge trail that descends to a footbridge at the base, and from observation areas on the opposite side. The park's diverse plant and wildlife communities thrive along the trails and gorge. While many older camping guides still list Chittenango Falls as a campground, camping facilities were permanently closed in the mid-2000s due to budget constraints. The park now operates exclusively as a day-use facility. Activities include hiking on trails through the gorge and surrounding woodlands, fishing for brown trout in Chittenango Creek, and picnicking at tables and two rentable pavilions that accommodate 25 to 100 people. Additional amenities include a playground and restroom facilities. The park is open year-round from sunrise to sunset, though some facilities operate seasonally. The Gorge Trail closes for winter, typically from early November through spring. Vehicle entry fees are collected via automated pay station from late May through Labor Day. Two pets on leashes up to six feet are permitted in day-use areas.
Directions
Chittenango Falls State Park is located at 5241 Gorge Rd (Route 13), Cazenovia, NY 13035. From Cazenovia, head north on Route 13 for approximately 3 miles; the park entrance will be on your right. From Chittenango, head south on Route 13 for about 5 miles; the entrance will be on your left.
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Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | — |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $100 - $200 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (315) 423-3744 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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