Buttermilk Falls Loop via Gorge Trail and Rim Trail in Buttermilk Falls State Park
The Buttermilk Falls Loop, encompassing the Gorge Trail and Rim Trail, offers hikers a captivating journey through diverse landscapes. The Gorge Trail meanders alongside Buttermilk Creek, unveiling a series of cascading waterfalls, including the park's namesake cascade, Buttermilk Falls, and serene pools nestled within a lush forested gorge. Transitioning to the Rim Trail, hikers are treated to panoramic vistas of the Ithaca area, with the trail's elevated position providing sweeping views of the surrounding natural beauty. This loop seamlessly combines the dynamic energy of flowing water with the tranquil expanses of the forested rim, making it a memorable experience for nature enthusiasts. #Hiking #Loop #Forest #Nature #Waterfall #River
- Distance: 1.6 mi
- Elevation gain: 476 ft
- Maximum elevation: 912 ft
- Elevation loss: 466 ft
- Minimum elevation: 433 ft
- Moving time: 43 m 52 s
- Moving speed: 2.1 mph
- Maximum speed: 3.8 mph
- Total time: 48 m 27 s
- Global speed: 1.9 mph
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Name: Buttermilk Falls Loop via Gorge Trail and Rim Trail in Buttermilk Falls State Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track
Coordinates: 42.41016 -76.52134 42.41757 -76.51365
Topography: Town of Ithaca topographic map, elevation, terrain