CORTLAND, New York — Summer just got a whole lot sweeter in Cortland County.
Experience Cortland has officially launched the 2026 Cortland County Ice Cream Trail — and this year, the trail is bigger than ever, adding a 14th stop to one of the county’s most beloved warm-weather traditions.
Now in its third year, the trail winds through some of the county’s best local ice cream shops, bakeries, and roadside spots — serving everything from classic soft serve and towering sundaes to homemade specialties that are hard to find anywhere else.
A Brand-New Stop Is Joining the Lineup
The newest addition to the 2026 trail is Trinity Valley Creamery & Market, a shop expected to open its doors in July.
Experience Cortland says the creamery will bring soft serve and farm-fresh flavors to the trail — a welcome addition for anyone working their way through all 14 stops this summer.
All Your Favorite Spots Are Back
Returning to the trail this year are 13 beloved local favorites that loyal trail-goers will already know well.
D’s Dairy Treat, Doug’s Fish Fry, Capt’n Jack’s Ice Cream at Shipwreck Amusements, Footie’s Freez, Frosted Bakery, The Frosty Caboose, Little Treat Shoppe, Mountainside Cones, Poole’s Drive-In, Rocky Road Express, So Good Ice Cream, Super Cream Dairy Bar, and Truxton Outpost are all back and ready to scoop.
“The Ice Cream Trail has become one of those traditions people look forward to every summer,” said Michelle Enright, Executive Director of Experience Cortland. “It’s a fun way to explore Cortland County, support local businesses, and create memories along the way.”
Here Is How to Participate
Getting started is simple. Pick up a trail map at any of the 14 locations — and every time you treat yourself to a stop, your map gets a hole punch.
Once all 14 stops are punched, bring your completed map to the Cortland County Visitors Center at 42 Main Street in Cortland to claim a limited-edition Little Treat Shoppe enamel pin. Prefer to stay home? You can also mail in your completed map.
Every finished map also earns a chance to win a $100 gift card to your favorite stop on the trail.
A Map Worth Keeping
This year’s trail map is once again illustrated by local artist Molly Reagan, whose whimsical hand-drawn style has become a signature part of the Ice Cream Trail experience.
The vibrant map doubles as a keepsake — something worth holding onto long after the last scoop is gone.
A Summer Tradition Worth Starting
Whether you are a Cortland County local or visiting for the season, the Ice Cream Trail is one of the easiest ways to explore the county, discover a new favorite shop, and support the small businesses that make the community what it is.
Fourteen stops. One summer. And a whole lot of ice cream waiting for you.
Have you done the Cortland County Ice Cream Trail before, or are you planning to tackle all 14 stops this year? Tell us your favorite stop in the comments — we want to know where to go first.
