The best waterfall hikes and walks in New York
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Last updated: October 14, 2025
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1. West Drive & East Drive loop — Central Park
10.4km
02:43
80m
80m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3. Gorge Trail & Finger Lakes Trail Loop — Watkins Glen State Park
3.28km
01:08
130m
130m
Intermediate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4. MacIntyre Falls & Wright Peak — High Peaks Wilderness
11.4km
05:06
740m
740m
Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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5. Escarpment Trail loop — Catskill Park
9.76km
02:50
260m
260m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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