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This is a place to see for yourself regardless if you are just visiting New York State, or have been here all your life. It offers breath taking views from many different angles. With viewing from wheelchair to more experienced hiker. It's a short easy walk on a flat path to two handicapped accessible over views. There is a steep path to the bottom of the falls, and gorge. And just past the second overview there is a staircase to the top of the falls. The top has an amazing view, and is great to explore for all ages. Fossilized rocks, tadpoles, and minnows at your feet as you walk on the flat bedrock, along side the water. No fence to block the view. This is a must see, fun for the whole family.
Melanie AllenMelanie Allen
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What a perfect day and time for a visit! If you have never been, I would highly recommend it. The parking was a short and easy walk to the trailhead. The trail is well groomed and easy to walk on. There is a scenic viewing spot fairly immediately upon entering, and then another one not too far away. There's a staircase that leads to the top of the falls. I would be careful in case of slippery leaf material. The top of the falls is wide open and they have a "do not cross" line about 15' from the ledge, as it is 110' high. Aside from that, there is a nice wide open area to check out. We did not do the main trails today, but look forward to it in the future.
Kailey YoungKailey Young
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The falls are a very short hike from where you park so accessible for just about anyone, but the trails go on for awhile following the river if you just want to stretch the legs. The trails are nice and not over grown, the water is great, and the sites are beautiful! Be advised, however, as with nature there are things to look out for. Poison ivy is grown up quite a bit on the trail to the gorge and we came across 3 snakes within an hour. Simple garter snakes though that didn't pay us any mind. Definitely recommend all in the area to make a trip out, will be back in the fall for sure!
simonnr57simonnr57
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Great place to go see the falls. It's only a 1/2 mile or so hike from the parking lot to the overlook. The path to the overlook is an easy, non-strenuous hike. Going down to the base area of the falls is a different story, very steep decline on a path with steep steps. The hike to the river at the top of the falls involves taking a set of steps down but it was worth it. Overall a nice experience with beautiful views of the falls.
Eric RansoneEric Ransone
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It was simply serene. The walk down to the base of the falls will have your heart rate pumping but it is worth it! Not recommended if you have bad knees. Very steep in most places. If you are brave enough you could cross the stream and stand right next to the cascading water. The sounds and breeze make it so majestic. There is a path to take you to the top of the waterfall. (Didn't take that one)
Edwin ReyesEdwin Reyes
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We have gone to many hiking spots but not only does this place have amazing views, especially in the fall, but exploring this area was great. It was extremely busy by the falls, since the weather was pretty nice & the leaves were changing, but the rest of the trails were empty. It gets pretty muddy this time of year so the trails are harder to get through. I can't wait to go when it's warmer!
Shannon YoderShannon Yoder
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