Salt Point

About Salt Point

Salt Point is located in the Town of Lansing, Tompkins County, NY. The entrance is on Myers Road, just north of Myers Park. Salt Point is separated from Myers Park by Salmon Creek. 

Known locally for many years as UC Point, Salt Point is leased by the Town of Lansing from New York State. Local officials, Friends of Salt Point, Cayuga Bird Club, and other volunteers are currently restoring the natural beauty of this scenic peninsula by adding walking trails, native trees and shrubs, and vital wildlife habitat.

From 1892 until 1962 Salt Point was the home of the International Salt Company, which operated a large plant to produce fine table salt and other salt products. The plant employed many Lansing residents and attracted new immigrants to the area. Read our History of Salt Point to learn more about the area's fascinating past. (Photo: Lansing Historical Association)

Salt Point is now a quiet place to wander, explore, discover, and enjoy the scenic shores of Cayuga Lake.

• Experience 34 scenic acres of historic Cayuga Lake shoreline.
• Explore the trails and enjoy the beautiful lake views.
• See the Ospreys, bluebirds, ducks, Great Blue Herons, and many more birds. Over 230 bird species have been recorded in the Salt Point vicinity since 2012!
• Enjoy native plants, including a rainbow of wildflowers, and the colorful butterflies and other insects they attract.
• Discover Lansing history and the lost days of Libertyville and International Salt Company.
• Bring a picnic, fishing gear, and binoculars. Dogs on leashes welcome.

Visitor Information

• Open daily, 7 a.m. until Dark
• No entrance fee
• Park in designated areas
• Seasonal restroom facilities (port-a-john) (Myers Park has facilities)
• Please stay on roadway and trail areas only
• Non-motorized boat launching is permitted
• Motor boats and wet bikes can launch at Myers Park
• No alcohol
• No camping
• All pets must be on a leash. Please clean up after your pet.
• Carry-in / Carry-out trash
• No open burning or fires
• Salt Point is patrolled by the Town Constable and other Law Enforcement