Park
Kaaterskill Falls Trail Head
114 locals recommend,
Location
New York 23A
Haines Falls, NY
Tips from locals
There is a bigger parking lot on Laurel House Rd. The trail from Laurel will take you to the top of the falls first and then down. If you get there very early you can park off 23A
Start your waterfall hike with expansive views of one of the most stunning scenes in the Catskills. At 260 feet, this towering, two-tier waterfall is the tallest in New York State – higher even than Niagara Falls! This natural wonder is the perfect destination for a day hike, and is a favorite among painters and photographers who find inspiration in the cascading water veils. Well-groomed trails and man-made stairs (lots and lots of stairs) make a once rocky hike more accessible, but the path is still steep and you’ll still want sturdy shoes. Exercise caution and do not hike past the designated trail. Difficulty: Moderate Distance: One mile to the base of falls Route Type: Out and back Elevation Gain: From the top of falls to base is 260 feet Trailhead Location: Laurel House Road, East of Haines Falls County: Greene
Start your waterfall hike with expansive views of one of the most stunning scenes in the Catskills. At 260 feet, this towering, two-tier waterfall is the tallest in New York State – higher even than Niagara Falls! This natural wonder is the perfect destination for a day hike, and is a favorite among…