Roundtree Park park
Roundtree Park
Located in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of New York, Roundtree Park is known for its stunning natural landscapes and recreational opportunities. It is situated near the town of Ithaca, in Tompkins County.
Reasons to Visit:
1. Natural Beauty: Roundtree Park boasts breathtaking scenery with picturesque rolling hills, dense forests, and tranquil water bodies. The park's serene ambiance provides an ideal escape from the bustling city life.
2. Outdoor Activities: The park offers a range of outdoor activities to suit different interests. Visitors can enjoy hiking, birdwatching, fishing, picnicking, or simply taking in the peaceful surroundings.
3. Wildlife Watching: Roundtree Park is home to diverse wildlife, including various bird species, mammals, and reptiles. Nature enthusiasts can spot wildlife during their visit, making it a haven for photographers and wildlife lovers.
Points of Interest:
1. Roundtree Lake: The park is centered around Roundtree Lake, a scenic water body that provides opportunities for fishing, boating, and kayaking. Fishing enthusiasts can try their luck at catching bass, trout, or panfish.
2. Hiking Trails: Roundtree Park features well-maintained hiking trails that wind through the woods and offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape. These trails cater to different skill levels, making it accessible to both beginners and experienced hikers.
3. Picnic Areas: There are designated picnic spots throughout the park, allowing visitors to relax, enjoy a meal, and immerse themselves in nature.
Interesting Facts:
1. Roundtree Park is part of the larger network of parks and natural areas managed by the Tompkins County Department of Parks.
2. The park covers a substantial area, providing ample space for visitors to explore and enjoy a range of outdoor activities.
3. Roundtree Park's natural features have been carefully preserved and protected for visitors to appreciate the area's unique biodiversity.
Best Time to Visit:
The best time to visit Roundtree Park is during the late spring, summer, or early fall. The months of May to October offer pleasant weather for outdoor activities, with moderate temperatures and minimal rainfall. However, it is advisable to check the local weather conditions before planning a trip.
To ensure accuracy, it is always recommended to cross-reference this information with multiple independent sources, such as official park websites, travel guides, and local tourism websites, to obtain the most up-to-date and accurate information about Roundtree Park in New York.
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Roundtree Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Row | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Park Shore Day Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Blydenburgh Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, fishing spots, and POIs so a park visit can grow into a full weekend.
Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Roundtree Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Roundtree Park
What can I do at Roundtree Park?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Roundtree Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other parks near here
Snoflo-tracked parks within driving distance of Roundtree Park.