Visitor Center Closed
Following Cornell’s guidance on limiting in-person activities, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology Visitor Center and Wild Birds Unlimited store are closed to visitors. We will be monitoring the situation closely and hope to reopen soon. The trails of Sapsucker Woods are open from dawn until dusk.
Visit this website often for updates.
Plan Your Visit Watch birds. Take a stroll. Listen to the woods.
Enjoy our art and science exhibits; watch birds rain or shine; and explore 4 miles of trails through our 230-acre sanctuary.
What’s Happening Today at the Cornell Lab
Upcoming Events
Webinar: Stories from the People of the Longhouse
On January 25 at noon ET, join storyteller Perry Ground for traditional legends showcasing the birds, beliefs, customs, and history of the Haudenosaunee people.
Webinar: Bird Brother – A Falconer’s Journey and the Healing Power of Wildlife with Rodney Stotts
On February 2 at noon ET, be inspired by Rodney Stotts as he shares his story to becoming one of America's few Black master falconers.
Webinar: Watching and Counting Birds is Fun – Tips for the Great Backyard Bird Count
Join us for a free webinar on February 16 at 2 pm ET to help you make birdwatching easier and more fun—right in time for the 25th Great Backyard Bird Count.
How to Get Here
Address:
Cornell Lab of Ornithology
159 Sapsucker Woods Rd
Ithaca, NY 14850
1-800-843-BIRD (2473)
1-607-254-2473
Find us on a map
Public Transportation:
Bus: TCAT Route 31/41. Details.
Campus shuttle:
Free shuttle runs 4 times daily between Cornell Lab and Cornell University, Mon–Fri, during the fall and spring semesters. Details.
Accessibility:
Visitor Center is accessible; wheelchairs are available for indoor use. Wheelchairs are not recommended on the nature trails.
