6 Incredible Natural Wonders In New York That You Can Witness For Free
The best things in life aren’t always free — taking a trip to an attraction in New York often involves opening your wallet! Most places charge admission fees to pay staff and help maintain properties. With that being said, we do have some fantastic day trips in New York you can take without having to spend a dime. Check out this list of natural wonders in New York that you can see for free:
The "Little Grand Canyon of the East" is one of the most amazing attractions in New York. There are some wonderful paid tours you can take that involve hiking or rafting. But this is a natural wonder you can see for free, at least from one viewpoint. The view from the bridge is one of the best you can get. If you park your car on one side and walk back across the bridge, make sure to bring your camera!
Ausable Chasm, NY 12911, USA
This 215-foot behemoth is taller than even Niagara Falls! You do have to pay a small entrance fee to get into the state park that contains the falls. If you don't feel like hiking or are short on cash, the overlook just outside the park's entrance provides a great (and free!) view.
Taughannock Falls, Ulysses, NY 14886, USA
This stunning cave is just a short hike from the road. It's hidden between two driveways, so it's an easy spot to miss that even many locals are unaware of. This is such a beautiful area.
The Stone Church, Dover, NY 12522, USA
Kaaterskill Falls is one of the tallest waterfalls in New York at 260 feet. It's also one of America's earliest tourist attractions. Make sure to wear sturdy hiking shoes, as it does require a little bit of a trek to reach. It's one of our favorite hikes in New York!
Kaaterskill Falls, Hunter, NY 12436, USA
Eternal Flame Falls is a small waterfall in Chestnut Ridge Park. It's not the falls themselves that are incredible, but the natural flame behind them. The fire is produced from natural gas that seeps out of the rocks.It does occasionally require re-lighting, but otherwise it burns eternally.
Eternal Flame Falls, Eternal Flame Hiking Trail, Orchard Park, NY 14127, USA
There's a reason this is the most famous park in the world. At 843 acres smack dab in the middle of NYC, this is an incredible spot for people watching. There are so many beautiful attractions inside the park that are worth checking out, like Strawberry Fields and the Central Park Zoo. It's also the most filmed location in the world.
You don’t have to spend a fortune to have a good time in New York! What’s your favorite natural attraction in the Empire State? Share your thoughts in the comments.
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