Brochure InfoTake the Virtual Tour! - BUTTERMILK FALLS STATE PARK 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.Brochure Info - OrientationButtermilk Falls State Park is located south of Ithaca.Brochure Info - RecreationFishing, hiking, hunting, and field sports are the most popular park activities.Brochure Info - Facilities and RestrictionsThe park offers, cabins, campsites, nature trail, picnic tables and pavilions, playground, playing fields, showers, and waterfalls are accessible to everyone.Brochure Info - Nearby AttractionsNearby 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.Key InfoCAMPSITES Reservations for campsites may be booked 9 months in advance for a 1-night minimum stay. A maximum of 2 sleeping tents, or 1 camping unit and 1 small tent, is permitted per site. CABINS Cabins require a 2-night minimum stay during non-peak season. A 3-night minimum stay (Friday - Sunday) is required on holiday weekends during non-peak (Memorial Day, Labor Day and Columbus Day) During PEAK season, cabins require a 7 or 14-night minimum stay. Cabins 004, 005, 006, 007, 008, 009, 010, 011, 012 run Friday - Friday during peak season. Cabins 013, 014, 015, 016, 017, 018, 019, 020, 021 run Sunday - Sunday during peak season. Smoking is NOT permitted in any cabin. Generators are NOT allowed at any cabins. If you need to charge electronics, campers may use the camper picnic shelter. Tents are NOT permitted in the cabin area. Cabins are rustic, with no bedding, no cookware, and no heat. Portable heaters of any kind are not permitted. ATTENTION PET OWNERS: Current proof of rabies inoculation is required at check-in (metal tags will not be accepted). At any time during your stay, pet owners may be required to provide proof of rabies inoculation upon request. Be sure to have this information available to present to park staff. Where pets are permitted, there is a maximum limit of 2 pets per site. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6ft and under control at all times. Do not leave pets unattended and always clean up after them. Pet owners/permit holders are liable for any damage, personal injury, or nuisance caused by the pet. Pets are NOT permitted in the swimming area. SWIMMING: Each year the campground makes every effort to provide safe swimming opportunities by testing the water and by keeping the swimming areas staffed with lifeguards. Please be aware that if the safety of our swimmers is compromised due to lack of lifeguard coverage or water quality issues, swimming will be prohibited. Swimming cannot be a guaranteed activity; therefore, we cannot offer refunds on camping stays. We apologize for this inconvenience as it may occur with little advance notice. PRE-REGISTRATION: Have a reservation already? Don't forget to Pre-Register!! 7 days prior to your arrival you can sign into Reserve America and pre-register. IT SAVES TIME when checking in on the day of arrival. LENGTH OF STAY: A camping party and their equipment may occupy a site for a maximum of 14 continuous nights. After which, the camping party and equipment must leave the site and facility for 48 hours before registering again for another site. Please Note: To ensure fairness for all NY customers, any reservation with departure dates outside the 9-month Maximum Window cannot be changed or cancelled until 18 days after the reservation was made. OPRHP General Camping Rules, Information, and Cancellation PolicyImportant Information for Daily EntranceDirectionThe park is located on Route 13, south of Ithaca. Park Office: 607-273-5761Season Date DescButtermilk 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. 8Booking Window Product InfoFee Cancellation DescPlease read our Fees and Cancellation Policies