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    Buttermilk Falls

    148 Reviews
    #1 of 15 things to do in Ludlow
    Nature & Parks, Waterfalls
    Buttermilk Falls Road, Ludlow, VT
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    “Scenic”

    An easy walk off road short hike and well worth the effort. It is a beautiful, scenic area. If it... read more

    Reviewed October 10, 2018
    richmonroe50
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    “Great little hike, poor signGe”

    We enjoyed seeing Buttermilk Falls today. But we were lucky to find it. There was a small green... read more

    Reviewed October 3, 2018
    U6661ORroberth
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    Maryville, Tennessee
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    Reviewed October 10, 2018 via mobile
    Scenic

    An easy walk off road short hike and well worth the effort. It is a beautiful, scenic area. If it had been warmer I would have dived right in!

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank richmonroe50
    Reviewed October 8, 2018 via mobile
    Located in Ludlow close to the Inn we stayed at

    A short ride from the Inn at Waters Edge. However we had a hard time finding it as it's not marked. The GPS was a godsend as otherwise we would never have found it. We had to search for the trail to see them but...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank Laurianne T
    Reviewed October 3, 2018 via mobile
    Great little hike, poor signGe

    We enjoyed seeing Buttermilk Falls today. But we were lucky to find it. There was a small green sign on the main highway, a sign we missed and had to make a u-turn to see. Then there were zero signs on the side road to...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank U6661ORroberth
    Reviewed September 30, 2018 via mobile
    Country

    The scenery and tranquility in this area are perfect to have a retreat getaway feeling. The hiking is not hard and the falls are worth the trip.

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank LollysLook
    Reviewed September 10, 2018 via mobile
    A mellow hour

    Spent about an hour playing around the falls. Must see. Only about ten minutes of walking each way that’s going slow. Very cool.

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank JohnS1026
    Reviewed September 5, 2018
    Beautiful Buttermilk Falls

    This is A Great Place to visit. When we went it was not really warm enough to go swimming, but I did put my feet in the water. The path going down to the Falls is a little steep. I was wearing Sandals and decided...More

    Date of experience: August 2018
    1  Thank bluejasmine1024
    Reviewed August 24, 2018
    Nice little hike with nice payoff

    Takes you back to the old days of the swimming hole. Bring your bathing suit and a towel and take a swim in the beautiful, tranquil piece of Vermont!

    Date of experience: July 2018
    2  Thank Chopperdanrice
    Reviewed July 31, 2018
    Reminds me of the old days

    In the old days in PA, before it was over populated and over built, there were lots of places like this. Its a shame you have to drive 8 hrs to show the kids unspoiled nature. This is not an easy access area. We did...More

    Date of experience: July 2018
    1  Thank Samuel C
    Reviewed July 30, 2018
    Short, easy hike.

    It was rainy and no one was around. It was a quiet, easy hike. It doesn't take much time and worth a look.

    Date of experience: July 2018
    Thank RaineWestDeptford
    Reviewed July 25, 2018
    Wear sneakers

    We started at the top and hiked through the sometime narrow paths from one fall to another. We enjoyed the experience and the beauty.

    Date of experience: July 2018
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    nybred1126
    July 5, 2018|
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    Response from magicdoc55 | Reviewed this property |
    From route 103/100 through Ludlow (about 1 mile west of Ludlow) turn right (north) of Ludlow on route 100 heading toward Plymouth. About one mile to Rod and Gun Club Road. Turn left. Go up that road until you see an... More
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    Ellen M
    July 21, 2017|
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    Response from Diane B | Reviewed this property |
    Yes, we saw lots of dogs with their owners. our grandkids were getting a kick out of all the different dogs they saw. The youngest granddaughter would ask after each encounter, can we buy it and take it home.. 4 years old... More
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    Joseph H
    February 27, 2017|
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    Response from Erin P | Reviewed this property |
    It's not really a picnic destination. Better to hike the falls and then drive 5 minutes to Okemo mountain and picnic on the slopes. In fact, if you want to have a picnic/hiking day, drive to the top of the clock tower base... More
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    Bhagvanram
    Madison, Wisconsin
    Places to go for good fall colors and hiking (4 Replies)
    Hello Friends, I have a two days (Oct 8th and 9th) planned to visit Ithaca to see fall colors and take good portrait pictures. We also enjoy hiking, and visiting waterfalls. We are currently planning to visit "Watkins Glen State Park" on one day, and the "Buttermilk Falls Start Park" on the other. Can you please suggest if those two places are good choices per our interests, and if they will keep us engaged for the whole two days, or if we should plan something else for the day? Also,...More
    September 26, 2016|
    Response fromrjr0810|
    Both parks will not take all day; for Watkins Glen, you could visit the Corning Glass Museum as well. Go early to Watkins Glen as it will be very crowded that weekend, more so as the day progresses. For Buttermilk, you could visit Taughannock Falls State Park and/or Robert Treman State Park. Both are beautiful and well worth visiting. The parking fee you will pay to enter the state parks is good for the day at any additional park you visit. I think the colors will be near peak then. NYS...More
    Sveinn H
    Reykjavík, Gullbringusysla, Iceland
    Ithaca from 17th to 22nd of june (4 Replies)
    Hi guys :) My girlfriend and I and our 1 year old son will be in Ithaca in June and I have a few questions and hopefully you can help me! :) We have already planned to visit Taughannock Falls, Buttermilk Falls, Robert Treman and the farmers market. How would you do the 3 parks? Can you do them all in one day or do you need a full day for each one? We're also gonna do a day tour to Niagra falls (I know it's a long drive) so just that is a whole day. I am hoping you can help me with other...More
    June 06, 2017|
    Response fromrjr0810|
    The farmers market that you will not want to miss is on the weekend (9AM-3PM Sat, 10AM-2PM Sun.). Since it appears you are arriving on Saturday, you may want to go early to the Farmer's Market on Sunday then head to Taughannock Falls. You could spend a couple of hours or the whole morning and afternoon depending on how long you want to hang out at the market and if you want to do more than just the short hike along the creek to the falls at the state park. You can swim and hike the rim trail...More
    NewlyWed
    London
    Things to do around Ithaca other than wineries... (3 Replies)
    Hi, We are currently staying in the Ithaca area and are wondering what things there are to do other than visit the wineries. So far, we have hiked Watkins Glen and Robert Treman State Park, walked along the Commons in town and driven through the University campus. We have another day and a half in this area. Are there any museums that are worth seeing (apart from the museum of the earth?) or other hiking areas? Buttermilk Falls and Taughannock Falls (sp?) are on our list for tomorrow, but...More
    September 17, 2013|
    Response fromkayofcny|
    You'll probably get this late.....but I would suggest Sapsucker woods on rt. 13.
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