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Robert H. Treman State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 4,281 Google reviews · Running trail in Ithaca, New York · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- 2 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Robert H. Treman State Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Gorge with scenic waterfalls & a stream-fed swimming hole ringed by hiking trails & camping areas.
What runners say about Robert H. Treman State Park
“Trails are well maintained, there are lush woods with lots of wild flowers, plus gorge views for much of the 2 mile hike to the top.”
“Starting from the Old Mill, the Gorge Trail is an unforgettable hike through some of the most stunning natural scenery in the region.”
“Its an easy hike from the old mill and is only about a half mile total but you can add on as many miles as you want and take many sweet trails.”
Starting from the Old Mill, the Gorge Trail is an unforgettable hike through some of the most stunning natural scenery in the region. The trail winds along dramatic rock formations carved by centuries of water flow, with cascading waterfalls and lush greenery at every turn.
Hiked the Rim and Gorge trail both on 4/28. Its start of the summer waterfalls are good but not at peak. Trees are not green yet so not the best time yet but still worth a nice workout. My recommendation: Rim trail is good hike under the woods but not that amazing as the Gorge trail.
I think this place beats watkins glen and thats a difficult task. The amount of work that went into building this adventure is astounding. Best place, with the most epic section and a short hike, is from the old mill parking lot.
Did the Lucifer Falls hike while I was at this park, it is a 5 ish mile round trip hike and after having travelled all over the country visiting national parks and hiking, this is potentially the most beautiful hike I have been on.
Trail conditions & character
“Starting from the Old Mill, the Gorge Trail is an unforgettable hike through some of the most stunning natural scenery in the region.”
“The 'top' of the hike is a second parking lot location with a beautiful old waterwheel mill/museum with free bathrooms and drinking fountains.”
“Lots of steps and steep section but it was a piece of cake.”
“it will let you cover best of the both half the time and effort ;) Conditions: Muddy Parking: Entry fee, Free, Medium lot Difficulty: Hard”
“The 'top' of the hike is a second parking lot location with a beautiful old waterwheel mill/museum with free bathrooms and drinking fountains.”
Plan your run at Robert H. Treman State Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- Distance2 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, water — reported by runners
- Websiteparks.ny.gov
- Phone+1 607-273-3440
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–9 pm |
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