Taughannock Falls State Park - New York

Address:2221 Taughannock Road
Trumansburg, New York

Meaning "great fall in the woods," Taughannock Falls is certainly true to its Delaware Indian name. Known to be the largest single drop waterfall in the Northeast, the Falls' main cataract drops 215 feet, making it 33 feet taller than the famous Niagara Falls. The ¾-mile trail here offers visitors splendid views of the Falls, as well as multi-use trails for hiking and cross-country skiing. Cayuga Lake is perfect for relaxing by the waterfront or as the setting for a quaint lakeside picnic. Along with camping and cabins for overnight stays, Taughannock has summer jazz and rock concerts so be sure to bring your blanket and chair and take in the tunes down by the waterside!

This major recreation area in the Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee Region offers year-round activities. In the winter, alpine skiing is available at Mt. Sunapee Resort, owned by the state of New Hampshire and managed by the Okemo Mountain Resort. Enjoy hiking, swimming, picnicking, boating, fishing and swimming in the summer/fall months. The campground offers lean-to and platform sites for family camping. Mt. Sunapee State Beach is situated about a mile from the campground and offers many amenities.