This Two-Tiered Waterfall In New York Is Definitely Worth The Hike
By Lea Monroe|Published June 05, 2019
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Hundreds of waterfalls are waiting to be chased here in New York, with every region here home to its own notable natural wonders. As you begin to explore more and more of the Empire State’s waterfalls, you’ll notice that each one has something unique about it – a detail or two that will forever be engrained in your memory. Towering over you in all of its glory, discover all the amazing ways that this one waterfall in our state will absolutely leave you in awe.
Tucked away not far from the road in the northern Catskill Mountains, travel along Route 23A and look out for Bastion Falls.
Once you spot Bastion Falls, you'll quickly notice the Kaaterskill Falls trailhead on the roadside - where you'll find signage indicating the short half-mile hike ahead of you.
A trail that runs parallel with Spruce Creek, as you hike to New York's most epic two-tiered waterfall you'll be amazed by all the smaller waterfalls and breathtaking scenery that you'll pass along the way.
Before you know it, you'll be standing at the base of not only the most epic two-tiered waterfall in New York but also the tallest waterfall in our state.
Cascading down 260-feet, Kaaterskill Falls will remind you of just how small you are as you stand at the base of this natural wonder that towers above you.
If you're curious to get a closer look at all the tiers of Kaaterskill Falls, you can follow the stone staircase that winds up along the right side of the waterfall.
If you aren't ready to take on a hike like this or climb up the side of a mountain to reach the top of our state's tallest waterfall, don't worry - there's another way of reaching the top!
Kaaterskill Falls has its own viewing platform and overlook that's easily accessible via a quick, flat-terrain walk from the parking lot on Laurel House Road.
Giving you the chance to enjoy a bird's eye view of the waterfall from the top and a never-ending view of Kaaterskill Clove, no matter how you come to view this waterfall you're bound to have a memorable adventure.
Before we send any of our readers out to Kaaterskill Falls, we'd like to make a note that over the course of history this natural wonder is one that's resulted in death. If you look at the signage all throughout Kaaterskill Falls, you'll notice that you're urged to stay on the trails at all times and to not wander close to the edge of the top of the falls - an action that could result in a deadly outcome.
With that said, don't let that information scare you from visiting our state's tallest waterfall! Kaaterskill Falls is an amazing hike to take, but as always with any outdoor adventure, you'll want to be safe and pay attention to what you're doing. To find out more about the falls, click here.
Address: Kaaterskill Falls Parking Lot - NY-23A, Haines Falls, NY 12436
