Cascadilla Gorge

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Rate Cascadilla Falls

1 - Ugly, Not worth the trip
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2 - Could be better
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3 - OK, See it if you are in the area
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13%
4 - Beautiful, worth the trip
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75%
5 - Must see, worth revisiting
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13%
 
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The new stairway doesn't seem to blend in with the natural environment well though. Maybe just because it's "new" looking.
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We were in Ithaca over the weekend and stopped by the gorge. The new stairway by the 2nd falls is nice on its own, but it really does not blend in with its natural environment. I didn't take any pictures of it unfortunately. Also the trail is still closed beyond this point.

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Cornell Restores Cascadilla Gorge Trail
Cornell Plantations is gaining on the eagerly anticipated completion of Cascadilla Gorge Trail’s restoration project. Todd Bittner, Director of Natural Areas, is “striving to have the trail completely open by fall semester 2014”. Although Phase One is completed from Linn Street up the creek as far as the Stewart Avenue Bridge, the upper exit out of the gorge is not open yet. Phase Two is focused on the section between the Stewart and College Avenue bridges with three major staircases and a foot bridge to be rebuilt, new railings, and new walks.
In the middle of the 2008 financial crash Cornell University had a decision to make: either close and invest in the trail or just close it. A comprehensive assessment of the entire gorge trail was conducted and included all wooden railings, trail beds, drainage systems, walls, staircases and more. After much discussion and close analysis, the university chose to invest $1.7 million to pursue the necessary restoration repairs and upgrades for public safety and enjoyment.

Before any work began, Bittner met with university landscape architect David Cutter to consider the historical aesthetics of the gorge as an iconic space; they documented details and elements that complemented the natural beauty. Donated to Cornell by Robert H. Treman in 1909 to “support public use, education and enjoyment,” the Cascadilla Gorge Trail system was initially constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). It runs a total of 7,800 feet in length rising through 400 feet of elevation from Linn Street to Hoy Road. Cornell Plantations manages this gorge and Fall Creek gorge and is committed to protecting these natural areas and providing ongoing educational use, while supporting safe public recreation and enjoyment of the gorge. Eighty-five percent of their operating budget comes from donor gifts and membership.
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The trail is finally fully open again
http://news.cornell.edu/stories/2014/09 ... il-reopens
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Ithaca, Cornell sued over Ph.D.’s 2012 death in gorge trail
Young-Bryant’s family has filed a lawsuit — made public in October — that contends Ithaca was negligent in not maintaining the gorge trail and that it “carelessly” failed to provide adequate lighting and warning signs.

Records show Young-Bryant had been drinking heavily at the Chapter House bar the night of his death, and an autopsy revealed he also had amphetamines and barbiturates in his system.
http://ithacavoice.com/2014/10/ithaca-c ... rge-death/
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