Taughannock Gorge with the kids

and ice cream!!

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The waterfall and gorge comprise an example of a hanging valley, formed where Taughannock Creek’s stream-carved valley meets the deeper glacially carved valley that contains Cayuga Lake.

The gorge has continued to retreat westward from Cayuga Lake as easily eroded shale near the fall’s base is worn away by the stream, which supports erosion-resistant siltstone and sandstone found in the upper portions of the gorge.

Pollywogs!! Catch and release

Annual freeze and thaw cycles also act upon small faults in the rock, causing large sections to occasionally break away, further expanding the gorge.

Taughannock Falls’ main cataract is a 215-foot drop (66 m), making it 33 feet (10 m) taller than Niagara Falls. It is the tallest single-drop waterfall east of the Rocky Mountains. The waterfall is located along Taughannock Creek, which flows through a long gorge with cliffs up to 400 feet (120 m) high.

Enjoy!!

16 thoughts on “Taughannock Gorge with the kids”

  2. Such a beautiful place and serene start to my day! I love the photos and fun videos of your grandchildren- this is a very special and memorable day for them. As for the ice-cream – your grandson’s face sums it up!

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    1. What fun!! The boulder made a perfect picnic spot and framing for the photograph. New Jersey has some excellent natural features, overlooked for the surrounding suburban sprawl.

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