Dryden Area

(5–15 minutes from Underhill Farm)

Hiking & Outdoor Fun

• Dryden Lake & Jim Schug Trail
  5-minute walk from the farm. A flat, scenic trail along an old railroad bed—perfect for walking, biking, and fishing. No swimming access.

• Campbell Meadow & Fall Creek
  A hidden gem with creek access. Park and walk upstream to find magical picnic spots and the iconic willow tree. Great for wading or floating. (12 mins)

Food & Drink

• Hopshire Brewery – (8 mins)
  Family-friendly local brewery with outdoor seating and live music.

• Village Taqueria – (5 mins)
  Delicious, authentic Mexican food. Our go-to takeout.

• Carrozza’s Pizza – (5 mins)
  Classic local pizza joint.

• Dryden Creamery – (5 mins)
  Great ice cream and boba drinks—perfect on a hot day.

• Dryden Hotel – (5 mins)
  Pub-style food, great wings, casual local vibe.

• Clark’s ShurFine – (5 mins)
  Local grocery store with everything you might need.

Activities

• Greek Peak Mountain Resort – (15 mins)
  Try the Mountain Coaster—a one-of-a-kind alpine roller coaster down the mountain!

🌄 Ithaca Area

(20–35 minutes from Underhill Farm)

Hiking & Waterfalls

• Taughannock Falls State Park
  A must-see! Walk along the creek to reach one of the tallest waterfalls east of the Rockies.

• Ithaca Falls
  Easy access and right in town—stunning and dramatic.

• Buttermilk Falls
  Cascading falls and stone staircases. Near Wegmans and Ithaca Beer Co.

• Treman State Park
  Start at Upper Treman and hike down past gorgeous waterfalls and stonework.

• Flat Rock
  Local swimming hole off the beaten path. Peaceful and refreshing.

• Myers Park & Salmon Creek Falls
  Swim in Cayuga Lake, enjoy the playground, and visit nearby Salmon Creek Falls.

• Lick Brook Falls
  Quiet, hidden hike with a waterfall. Best after rain.

• East Shore Park
  Local favorite for swimming in Cayuga Lake—signs say “no swimming,” but the locals know better.

• Puddledockers
  Rent kayaks or canoes on Cayuga Lake for a day on the water.

Food, Drink & Farms

• Ithaca Beer Co.
  Incredible beer, great food, and a huge outdoor patio.

• Indian Creek Farm
  A U-Pick paradise with produce, flowers, and cider donuts. One of our favorites.

• Six Mile Creek Vineyard
  Pet-friendly vineyard with great wine and scenery.

• South Hill Cidery
  Pet-friendly with epic views and delicious hard cider. A perfect sunset spot.

🌲 Cortland Area

(20–25 minutes from Underhill Farm)

Food, Drink & Fun

• Bru 64
  Hip downtown café with excellent espresso, wine, and craft beer. Great vibe for reading, relaxing, or people-watching.

• Hairy Tony’s
  Pub-style restaurant with a huge menu and a good beer selection. Casual and fun.

• Central City Bar & Grill
  Classic college-town hangout with burgers, wings, and sports on the TVs.

• Wild Ginger
  Best Asian food in the area—Thai, Japanese, and sushi options.

• Cortland Beer Company
  Downtown brewery with craft beers, live music, and outdoor seating.

• Mini Golf at Shipwreck Golf Amusement Center
  Fun for families! Offers mini golf, laser tag, and an arcade.

• The 1890 House Museum
  Explore a beautiful Victorian mansion and get a peek into local history.

Hiking & Nature

• Lime Hollow Nature Center
  12 miles of well-maintained trails through forests, wetlands, and fields. Educational center and wildlife viewing opportunities.

• Hoxie Gorge Nature Preserve
  Gorgeous trails, a peaceful creek, and dense forest—managed by SUNY Cortland for research and recreation.

• Dwyer Memorial Park & Little York Lake
  Lakeside park with trails, picnic areas, paddleboat rentals, and scenic views.