Brief Hike Details

This is an out-and-back hike on the Finger Lakes Trail in Treman State Park in Enfield/Newfield, rated moderate.

Note we are starting at 3:00 pm to avoid hiking after dusk.

There are two hikes offered on this route: a short hike and a long hike. Choose one:

The short hike will go approximately four miles and will be led by Polley McClure. The group will stop frequently to observe flora and whatever wildflowers are still visible.

The long hike will go approximately seven miles, as far as the bridge over Fish Kill Creek, and will be led by Gary Mallow. This hike will go at a faster pace.

Both hikes begin and end at the lower parking area for Lick Brook Preserve near the intersection of NY State Routes 13/34/96, four miles south of Ithaca.

Dress in layers  for the weather, wear sturdy waterproof boots, and bring water. Trekking poles recommended if you have them.

If you will have trouble navigating to the trailhead, email the hike leaders at the addresses above.

Check this space the day of the hike for any changes or a cancellation.

The hikes tonight will take us through Treman State Park on the Finger Lakes Trail, rather than the more-traveled Rim and Gorge Trails. We are starting at an earlier time, 3:00 pm, to avoid hiking after dusk.

There will be a short hike option led by Polley McClure, and a long hike option led by Gary Mallow. The short hike will go at a slower pace to enjoy the flora and whatever wildflowers still are present, and will go as far as the group wishes, then turn around and return to the cars. Hikers on the long hike will go at a faster pace and will go as far as the bridge spanning Fish Kill Creek, then head back downhill to the cars.