Robert H. Treman State Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Robert H. Treman State Park |
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Lucifer Falls drops 115 feet into the Enfield Creek Gorge
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| Type | State park |
| Location | 105 Enfield Falls Road Ithaca, New York |
| Nearest city | Ithaca, New York |
| Area | 1,110 acres (4.5 km2) |
| Created | 1920 |
| Operated by | New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation |
| Visitors | 210,543 (in 2014) |
| Open | All year |
| Camp sites | 72 |
| Website | Robert H. Treman State Park |
Robert H. Treman State Park is a beautiful state park in Tompkins County, New York. It is located in the amazing Finger Lakes region of New York. This park covers about 1,110 acres (4.5 square kilometers) and is a wonderful place to explore nature. You can see stunning waterfalls and enjoy many outdoor activities here. The park is found near the towns of Ithaca, Enfield, and Newfield.
A Gift to New York
The park is named after a kind person named Robert Henry Treman (1858-1937). He started buying land around a place called Enfield Falls in 1915. He loved the area so much that he planted over 1,000 trees to make it even more beautiful.
In 1920, Robert and his wife, Laura Treman (1865-1944), decided to give this land to New York State. They wanted everyone to be able to enjoy its natural beauty. When it first opened, the park was called Enfield Glen State Park. After Robert H. Treman passed away in 1937, the park was renamed in his honor.
A historic building called the Enfield Falls Mill and Miller's House is also part of the park. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979, which means it's an important historical site.
Exploring the Park
Robert H. Treman State Park is easy to find, located along State Route 327. It's just west of other main roads like State Routes 13, 34, and 96.
This park offers many fun things to do! You can go for a swim in a special outdoor area at the bottom of a waterfall. There are also picnic tables where you can enjoy a meal, and open fields for playing games. If you love the outdoors, you can go hiking or even camping here.
Waterfalls and Trails
The park is famous for its many waterfalls. You can explore them on a hiking trip that is about 4.5 miles (7.2 kilometers) long. The hiking trails follow a stream called Enfield Creek. As you walk, you'll see amazing rock formations in a deep, narrow valley known as Enfield Glen.
One of the waterfalls is called Lower Falls. It has a natural swimming pool at its base, which is a great spot to cool off. Another incredible waterfall is Lucifer Falls. This waterfall is 115 feet (35 meters) tall and has many levels. You can see Lucifer Falls from the gorge trail or from special viewing spots along the rim trail. Part of the longer Finger Lakes Trail also runs along the southern edge of the park.
It's important to know that most of the park's trails are closed in the winter. This is because snow and ice can make them very dangerous. However, you can still visit Lower Falls all year round!
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