Waterfall Hikes in New York (NY)
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New York's waterfalls arise from a mix of Adirondack and Catskill peaks, glacially carved Finger Lakes gorges, and the dissected Allegheny Plateau and Hudson River valley, with steep ravines, escarpments and riverine canyons feeding cascades. Hikes are predominantly moderate, many following well-worn gorge and rim trails, with numerous shorter family-friendly paths and a handful of drive-up or strenuous backcountry routes. The state is notable for concentrated lake- and glacier-fed gorges and unusually accessible falls near major metropolitan corridors. See waterfalls near major New York cities .
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- 1 Buttermilk Falls Roaring · 401 cfs 100th percentile
- 2 Lower Falls Roaring · 4820 cfs 99th percentile
- 3 Stony Kill Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 99th percentile
- 4 Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 99th percentile
- 5 High Falls Roaring · 4820 cfs 99th percentile
- 6 Middle Falls Roaring · 4820 cfs 99th percentile
Best Waterfall Hikes in New York
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