I think it’s BS that a power company gets to pick and choose when people are allowed to access the trail. It was open to the public long before them and it should still be that way
Can not get to the falls. It is on private property owned by the electric company. There is a sign up saying "trail open select weekends only". We were told to get off the property as soon as we parked.
This was a beautiful trail to walk! It wasn't difficult (considered easy for an experienced hiker) but there was quite a bit to look at, and plenty of informational plaques for you to learn about the history. The old pipeline concrete foundation was very cool to see, and the waterfall and gorge was beautiful. Definitely worth going when they're open. It gets crazy for parking the longer its open, so you want to arrive very early. It was a great experience, and my five year old could do most of it on her own, other than the occasional stopping on the uphill parks.
Horrible 1st time and last time.
Falls are running very slow, not much water.
Power company controls water flow.
Being they're only happen 2x a year. They should've had more water for the falls.
No trail to walk it was closes
Beautiful place to go when they're open. Only open a few times a year. If you get a chance, go. Easy walk, but if you have a stroller, bring a off road one. Some stairs.
I can say I have yet to even goto this place because of course it's only open 2 weekends a year. But locals do know of other ways to get to the falls. The main reason is people have died here jumping the falls.
I didn't like it, the trail is short and too high to enjoy or photograph the scenes. They close it the whole year and just open it for 2 days a year and make people line up behind to get in there! Oneida County has to take better care and more effort of the natural gems like this. I won't compare it so far but in Upstate NY itself, go see Taughannock Falls, don't you feels jealous of their organization and finished trails?
Beautiful gorge and falls. Short, easy trail. Would be 5 stars if it was open more than 2 weekends a year and if the power company would let more water through the gorge when it is open for viewing
I love Trenton Falls. It was a perfect fall day to get outside and enjoy the views. The volunteers working were very friendly and knowledgeable about the entire area. They have tables set up where you could have a picnic and a little stand selling drinks and snacks. The trail itself is an easy short walk that can easily accommodate families and strollers. At the end of the trail a table was set up that had specimens of different rocks and fossils. This was very interesting and informative.
It is unfortunate though that it is only open 2 weekends a year. That would explain the long line of cars and parking issues many people complained about. I wish there was more access throughout the year and that we could venture into areas I remember exploring as a kid.
Always enjoy the walk and view. Trails are nicely kept and the volunteers are very helpful and pleasant. Can't wait to go back again the next time the trail is open.
Beautiful day for a hike to the falls, unfortunately the hydrofalls were closed due to work but it was still a good day out with the kids and some great history lesson.
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