High Falls — Local services in Town of Claverack

Capturing the Beauty of High Falls in Philmont, NY

As an aerial photographers, We've had the privilege of capturing some of New York's most stunning landscapes. Out recent visit to High Falls in Philmont, NY, was a truly memorable experience. This isn't just a place; it's a testament to nature's raw power and delicate beauty, offering an incredible canvas for aerial photography.

The falls cascade into a gorge, creating a mesmerizing scene of rushing water and dramatic rock formations. From above, the contrast of the bright, foamy water against the dark, jagged rocks is breathtaking. I was particularly struck by the vibrant green foliage that surrounds the area, creating a lush, living frame for the falls. The opportunities for photography here are endless, from wide shots that capture the entire gorge to close-ups that highlight the intricate patterns of the water.

This project presented some unique challenges and highlights. The variable wind conditions near the falls required careful drone operation to maintain a steady shot. However, the effort was well worth it. One of the standout moments was capturing the mist rising from the falls as the morning sun hit it, creating a beautiful, ethereal glow. Another was discovering a hidden angle of the falls from a higher altitude, revealing a perspective that's impossible to see from the ground. In the end, this visit was a powerful reminder of why we love aerial photography. It's about more than just flying a drone; it's about seeing the world from a new perspective and sharing that vision with others. The images captured at High Falls are some of my favorite to date, and I'm proud to feature them in...

This was a great hike! Well maintained trails and easy, the trail to the base if the fall was closed due to u stable ground and rocks from storm washout...take the little switchback down to Agawamuck Falls. There isn’t officially a trail to the base of High falls, but if you use the stones past Agawamuck as steps you can get yourself smack center in front of the base of High falls. Very pretty view and sound, also great picnic spot for two, just please please take your trash out with you! *Also, this pool is not for swimming in. * Very dirty water is fed from...

Don't navigate here, navigate to the "High Falls Conservation Area." The trails are a little confusing and we were initially a bit disappointed reaching some really small man-made falls someone else on trail told us was "it," but we decided to go back the other way and found the real fall. Reviews of poor views clearly didn't hike down to the smaller falls or follow up to the large fall which has a pretty...