Kaaterskill Falls: NYC's Secret Winter Wonderland! ❄️✨
📍 Kaaterskill Falls (2.5hrs from NYC) 💎 Free parking + no entry fee Just discovered this magical frozen waterfall—and wow, it’s like stepping into Narnia! Here’s the essential guide for your winter hike: 🧤 Gear Up Ice cleats (⚠️ No exceptions—paths are **solid ice*). Gloves (to grip icy rails + avoid frostbite). Sunglasses (snow glare is real). Hiking poles (for extra stability). 🥾 The Hike Viewing platform: 10 mins (easy, flat). Base of falls: 40 mins (treacherous but worth it). Pro tip: Go early to avoid crowds + icy chaos. 📸 Photo Ops Frozen cascades (like Elsa’s palace). Snow-dusted pines (peak winter fairy tale). Ever hiked to a frozen waterfall? Share your fave winter trails below! ❄️👇 #NYCHikes #WinterWonderland #FrozenWaterfalls