Six Mile Creek Gorge Trail

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New York · tompkins County

Six Mile Creek Gorge Trail

Ithaca-area gorge route through forested stream canyon terrain.

Rating

Length

3.0 mi

Difficulty

4

County

tompkins

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About This Trail

An Ithaca-area gorge route following Six Mile Creek through a forested stream canyon with small cascades and rock formations. The trail offers a quieter gorge experience than the more famous Ithaca state parks. Popular with local hikers and Cornell students for a quick nature escape.

Location

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Coordinates: 43.2994285, -74.21793260000001

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Getting There

From Ithaca, head south to the Six Mile Creek Natural Area. Park in the lot just off Giles Street. The gorge trail follows Six Mile Creek upstream through the natural area.

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Short Adirondack climb to a historic fire tower and broad mountain views.

Crane Mountain Trail

Steep and rocky ascent to one of the Lake George region's top viewpoints.

Prospect Mountain Trail Lake George

Direct summit route with expansive views above Lake George village.

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