Chittenango Falls State Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Chittenango Falls State Park |
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Chittenango Falls in May 2007
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| Type | State park |
| Location | 2300 Rathbun Road Cazenovia, New York |
| Nearest city | Syracuse, New York |
| Area | 193 acres (0.78 km2) |
| Created | 1922 |
| Operated by | New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation |
| Visitors | 46,988 (in 2014) |
| Open | All year |
| Website | Chittenango Falls State Park |
Chittenango Falls State Park is a beautiful state park in Madison County, New York. It covers about 193 acres, which is like 146 football fields! The park is famous for its amazing waterfall. This waterfall drops 167 feet over rocks that are about 400 million years old. That's older than dinosaurs!
At the bottom of the falls, the Chittenango Creek flows gently under a wooden bridge. Many people visit the park each year, around 45,000 of them. They come to enjoy the outdoors. You can have a picnic, play at the playground, or go hiking. There are also nature trails and places to fish.
Even though some guides say it has camping, the park's campground closed a few years ago. Chittenango Falls State Park is also home to a very special and rare animal. It's called the Chittenango ovate amber snail. This snail lives only in this area. It is an endangered species, meaning it needs protection.
Exploring the Falls and Trails
The park is open all year round. However, the path that leads to the bridge for viewing the falls closes in winter. This is because the path can get very icy and unsafe.
Viewing the Waterfall
Even when the lower trail is closed, you can still see the falls from the top. There are great views from the side of the creek. You can also use a small viewing rail to get a good look.
Hiking Adventures
On the other side of the creek, there is a steep trail. This path goes uphill to the very top of the falls. Along this trail, you will find several spots to stop and enjoy the amazing views. It's a great way to see the waterfall from different angles.
Images for kids
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Entrance sign to the park.
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View of the falls taken from the bridge.
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Chittenango Creek flowing away from the falls in May.
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Chittenango Falls' lower portion, as viewed from the bridge.
