Taughannock Falls State Park, Ithaca

Lonely PlanetJul 30

The Best Lake Vacations in the USA

There are few experiences that feel as spectacularly "summer" as sitting on a dock. We love these lakes for swimming, kayaking, sunning and golden hour docktails.

215ft cascade carves through cliffs

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Taughannock Falls State ParkSight215ft cascade carves through cliffs
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