Tour Overview
One-hour tour of Fall Creek Gorge’s natural and cultural history
Explore the rich history and remarkable natural beauty of Fall Creek Gorge—all reasons why this gorge is protected as a New York State Recreational River.
Please enjoy this gorge safely by remaining on designated trails.
Starting Point: The Forest Home Drive parking lot (paid)
Terrain: A few short, moderate inclines; ones set of stairs; flat
Surface: Crushed stone, pavement, packed earth
Stops
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Stop 1: Rare Plants of Fall Creek Gorge
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Stop 2: Side Trip: Risley Trail
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Stop 3: Old Bridge and Trail
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Stop 4: South-facing Gorge Rim Forest
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Stop 5: Hydroelectric Power Plant
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Stop 6: Side Trip: Horseshoe Falls Trail
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Stop 7: Ecological Restoration
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Stop 8: Horseshoe Falls
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Stop 9: Cayuga Trail
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Stop 10: Water Power in Fall Creek
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Stop 11: Architectural Jointing
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Stop 12: North-facing Gorge Rim Forest
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Stop 13: Cayuga Lake View
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Stop 14: The Foundry
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Stop 15: Thurston Avenue Bridge
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