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Waterfalls of New York State 100+ Challenge, Dig the Falls, part 5, The North Country Region

Waterfalls of New York State 100+ Challenge, Dig the Falls, part 5, The North Country Region

For more information on this challenge click here
To purchase “Waterfalls of New York State”, click here 
To purchase “A Waterfall Guide to Letchworth State Park” by Scott A. Ensminger and Douglas K. Bassett, click here

The following list is the first set of locations listed in the book “Waterfalls of New York State” by Scott A. Ensminger of (Western New York Waterfall Survey), David J. Schryver of (Northern New York Waterfalls) and Edwards M. Smathers of (Dig the Falls)

Be sure to check them out! I myself have personally contributed a lot of waterfall location information to both Mr. Edward Smathers and Mr. David Schryver. I am currently a team member with “Dig the Falls”. The simple rules of this challenge, is to visit 100 waterfall locations in the book. One location may have several waterfalls, but counts as one location. Click on the links (I have visited) in the boxes below, which will take you to additional information pages. (NOTE: format is different then the first 4 parts of challenge already posted prior. I thought I had posted all of these, but, ummm well, I did not)

Park, Area
County
Waterfall Name
Aka
 
Oswego
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Oneida
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Lewis
Sugar River
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Lewis
High Falls
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Lewis
Whetstone Creek Falls, Whetstone Gulf Falls
Whitaker Falls State Park
Lewis
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Lewis
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Lewis
Frenchs Mills and Myers Mills
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Lewis
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Jefferson
Burr’s Mill Falls, Cider Mill Falls
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Jefferson
Boynton Creek, falls on
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Jefferson
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Jefferson
Great Falls, Watertown Falls
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Jefferson
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Jefferson
Glen Park Falls
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Jefferson
Evans Mills Falls, The Falls at Evans Mills
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St. Lawrence
Fullerville Falls
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St. Lawrence
Brown’s Falls
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St. Lawrence
Butter Tub Falls
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St. Lawrence
Chipmunk Falls
Schuyler Falls
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St. Lawrence
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St. Lawrence
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St. Lawrence
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St. Lawrence
Flat Rock Falls
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St. Lawrence
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St. Lawrence
Stewart Rapids
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St. Lawrence
Bulkhead Falls
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St. Lawrence
Large Marge
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St. Lawrence
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St. Lawrence
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St. Lawrence
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Willow Island/Falls Island
St. Lawrence
leftside
Willow Island/Falls Island
St. Lawrence
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St. Lawrence
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Franklin
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Franklin
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Franklin
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Ausable Chasm
Clinton Essex
Tiny Cascades and Rapids, downstream from Horseshoe Falls
Ausable Chasm
Clinton Essex
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Ausable Chasm
Clinton Essex
Adgate Falls, Birmingham Falls, Anderson Falls
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Essex Clinton
Alice Falls
Little Falls
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Essex
Jay Falls
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High Falls Gorge
Essex
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High Falls Gorge
Essex
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High Falls Gorge
Essex
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High Falls Gorge
Essex
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High Falls Gorge
Essex
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St. Lawrence
Bog River Falls
Upper,Lower
AMR
Essex
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Essex
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Essex
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Hamilton
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Hamilton
Auger Falls
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Hamilton
Auger Falls
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Hamilton
Auger Falls

Waterfalls of New York State 100+ Challenge, Dig the Falls part 4, The Greater Niagara Region

Waterfalls of New York State 100+ Challenge, Dig the Falls, part 4, The Greater Niagara Region

For more information on this challenge click here
To purchase “Waterfalls of New York State”, click here 
To purchase “A Waterfall Guide to Letchworth State Park” by Scott A. Ensminger and Douglas K. Bassett, click here

The following list, is the first set of locations listed in the book by “Waterfalls of New York State” by Scott A. Ensminger (Western New York Waterfall Survey), David J. Schryver (Northern New York Waterfalls) and Edwards M. Smathers (Dig the Falls) Be sure to check them out! I myself have personally contributed a lot of waterfall location information to both Mr. Edward Smathers and Mr. David Schryver. I am currently a team member with “Dig the Falls”. The simple rules of this challenge, is to visit 100 waterfall locations in the book. One location may have several waterfalls, this counts as one location. Click on the links (I have visited) in the boxes below, which will take you to additional information pages.

Additional Falls in location, or close by

Waterfall Name, info

County

Date First visited

Photo

…..
Glen Mills Falls
More falls nearby 12 ft, 8 ft, 4 ft narrow flume
Chautauqua
No
…..
…..
Buttermilk Falls
15 ft, 54 ft, tiered ribbon Roadside view from the top/.2 mile to bottom
Erie
4/12/2014
Buttermilk Falls (North Evans) Erie County Western New York 4-12-2014_00008.JPG
…..
Eternal Flame Falls
Chestnut Ridge Park
30 ft, Ribbon Falls .56 mile
Erie
4/13/2014
Eternal Flame Falls  Erie County Western New York 4-13-2014_00018.JPG
additional falls
Chestnut Ridge Cascade, West
Chestnut Ridge Park
15 ft Ward Hill Walkway Trail 1.15 mile 
Erie
No
…..
additional falls
Chestnut Ridge Cascade aka East Shale Creek Cascade
Chestnut Ridge Park aka Shale Creek Preserve
18 ft 
Erie
No
…..
…..
Glen Falls
Glen Park/Town Park 
27 ft, Curtain Falls
Erie
4/12/2014
Glen Falls Erie County Western New York 4-12-2014_00017.JPG
…..
Akron Lower Falls
aka Falkirk Falls
Akron Falls Park
44 ft total, 5 ft, 20 ft 20 ft
Erie
4/13/2014
Akron Falls Park Erie County Western New York 4-13-2014_00015.JPG
additional falls
Akron Upper Falls
Akron Falls Park
20 ft, Private/No Access
Erie
No
…..
additional falls
Akron Park Dam
Akron Falls Park
10 ft
Erie
4/13/2014
Akron Falls Park Erie County Western New York 4-13-2014_00013.JPG
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American Falls
Niagara Falls State Park 183 ft National Park/trail 
Niagara
June 1984
Niagara Falls, Maid of the Mist 8-15-2016_00019.JPG
…..
Bridal Veil Falls
Niagara Falls State Park 181 ft
Luna Island
Niagara
June 1984
Niagara Falls, Cave of the Winds 8-15-2016_00010.JPG
additional falls
Cascade of the American Rapids aka Niagara Rapids, Hells Half Acre Niagara Falls State Park
7 ft Green Island
Niagara
June 1984
Niagara Falls, American Rapids 8-15-2016_00010.JPG
…..
Horseshoe Falls
aka Canadian Falls Niagara Falls State Park 173 ft
Goat Island,Terrapin Point
Niagara
June 1984
Horseshoe Falls 7-6-2016_00002.JPG
additional falls
Green Cascade
Niagara Falls State Park 10 ft .2 rt
Three Sisters Island 
Niagara
7/6/2016
Three Sisters Islands views from 7-6-2016_00015.JPG
additional falls
Second Sister Falls
Niagara Falls State Park
5 ft .2 rt
Three Sisters Island 
Niagara
7/6/2016
Three Sisters Islands views from 7-6-2016_00017.JPG
additional falls
Third Sister Falls
Niagara Falls State Park
7 ft .2 rt
Three Sisters Island 
Niagara
7/6/2016
Three Sisters Islands views from 7-6-2016_00022.JPG
…..
Clarendon Falls
aka Clarendon, Falls At 25 ft Park View
Orleans
4/12/2014
Clarendon Falls Orleans County Western New York 4-12-2014_00009.JPG
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Glen Falls At Holley
aka Glen Falls, Holley Canal Falls
30 ft Roadside or short walk down to the falls
Orleans
4/12/2014
Holley Canal Falls Orleans County Western New York 4-12-2014_00010.JPG

Waterfalls, Whats areas and types interest You! 6-5-2017

Waterfalls, Whats areas and types interest You!

I am curious! We all view our destinations based on our personal preferences. For all you “Waterfall” folks, what areas or types of waterfall locations do you choose to see.

Do you like long hikes to get to a waterfall?
Do you prefer a roadside stop here and there along a route to your end destination?

Old City Road, falls on Herkimer County, New York

Old City Road, falls on Herkimer County, New York

Do you prefer hikes less then 1 mile to see a waterfall?

Buttermilk Falls, Little Falls, Herkimer County, New York

Buttermilk Falls, Little Falls, Herkimer County, New York

Would you only visit tourist areas of attractions like Niagara Falls, Watkins Glen State Park or Letchworth State Park?

Letchworth State Park, Middle Falls

Letchworth State Park, Middle Falls

Would you camp in the woods over night, just to see waterfalls?

Hanging Spear Falls 10-15-2008_00017

Hanging Spear Falls 10-15-2008

If you were to choose a waterfall destination where would it be?

I would like to see your comments!

My point of view
I love waterfalls, of course. I do not like lots of people, therefore I would choose lesser known places to travel to. As well as the adventure it brings. Niagara Falls is a totally awesome place, yet I found every time I went it was too overwhelming with all the people. I love following the “Whitewater rafting/kayaking” folks. I love watching as they plummet over the falls! Sure there on plenty of on lookers, cheering on their friend or family or spouses. Everyone is there with the same common interest. That and I get to learn and find more waterfalls in which is classified as rapids! I have had more adventures and stories to tell for years later! Cool, I think so.

Agers Falls, Lewis County, New York, Moose River

Agers Falls, Lewis County, New York, Moose River

What is one of your favorite waterfall adventures? Share yours here!

 

Kettle Hole Falls – 3 Waterfalls

Kettle Hole – 3 Waterfalls

Kettle Hole Falls – 3 Waterfalls

AKA:
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Location:
Webb Twn
First Visit:
6/25/2016
Region:
Central
County:
Herkimer
Park/Area:
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Gps of Falls:
N43.91565 W75.03934
Gps of Parking:
N43.89661 W75.05433
Gps of Trailhead:
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Trail Name/Reference to:
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Landmark:
Raven Lake section Trail
Stream/River/Watershed:
Stillwater Reservoir
Height of Falls/Type:
15 ft free fall/slides, above the falls, second cascade/step, third falls off to the right not far from the end of the meadow.
Elevation:
1787 ft
Level of Difficulty/Hiking Distance:
1.7 miles one way
Wikiloc:
Whitewater Rte/Canoe Rte Map:
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Maps:
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Trails Websites:
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My Resource:
Discover the Northwestern Adirondacks, Four-Season Guide to the Oswegatchie Wilderness, 3rd Edition 2007, Barbara McMartin & Bill Ingersoll
Book Resource:
Discover the Northwestern Adirondacks, Four-Season Guide to the Oswegatchie Wilderness, 3rd Edition 2007, Barbara McMartin & Bill Ingersoll
Brochures/Travel Guides/Visitor Guides:
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Additional Information:
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Photos And Information I Contributed To or Posted To Other Websites:
Digthefalls
Nearest Intersection:
Necessary Dam Rd and Stillwater Rd
Directions:
From County Rte 28 and Big Moose Rd, in Eagle Bay, Get on Big Moose Rd and drive north for 5.8 miles. Turn left onto Big Moose Rd and drive for 11.7 miles. Turn right onto Stillwater Rd, and drive .4 miles. Turn left onto Necessary Dam Rd and drive 1.2 miles to parking area for trailhead.
Comments/Notes:
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For additional information on the individual locations please click on the following links:

Falls #1
Fall #2
Falls #3

Kettle Hole Falls, Shallow Pond Outlet Falls, Stillwater-Wikiloc

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Beaverkill Falls, Sullivan County, New York 2014

Updated Waterfall Locations in Sullivan County New York 2-21-2016

Updated Waterfall Locations in Sullivan County New York 2-21-2016

Updated Waterfall Locations in Sullivan County New York 2-21-2016
These waterfall locations are located in Sullivan County, New York in the Town of Liberty

Beaverkill Falls

There is a small rest area with picnic tables. You will find the small trail fairly easy and almost straight back from picnic tables. Located on the Little Beaver Kill this is a very Short Scramble.

BEAVERKILL FALLS SULLIVAN COUNTY SOUTHERN NEW YORK 8-23-2014_00015.JPG

Ferndale Falls

There was a new restaurant built here. The sign stated opening soon. There was a high privacy fence on both sides of this building with no way to see the falls. The name of the place is Eden By The Falls. Located on the Mongaup River and is a  6 foot Drop that can be seen from the roadside.

FERNDALE FALLS SULLIVAN COUNTY SOUTHERN NEW YORK 8-23-2014_00001.JPG

Parksville Falls

You can see this waterfall from the bridge in the distance. Further up the road there is a trail that leads to the falls. Even though the trail looks very well warn, please also note there are posted signs right by the falls. Located on the Little Beaver Kill  this waterfall is a 10 foot  plunge and seen from the roadside.

PARKSVILLE FALLS SULLIVAN COUNTY SOUTHERN NEW YORK 8-23-2014_00005.JPG

 

Mill Park Falls, Warren County, New York 2010

Updated Waterfall Locations in Warren County New York 2-20-2016

Updated Waterfall Locations in Warren County New York 2-20-2016

Updated Waterfall Locations in Warren County New York 2-20-2016
The following waterfall locations are in Warren County, New York in the Towns of Lake Luzerne, Chester, and South Glens Falls.

Glens Falls South Located in South Glens Falls, borders the counties of Warren and Saratoga
South Glens Falls Historical Park, The South Glens Falls Hydroelectric Project
Dam and Falls /Hudson River

The Village at Coopers Cave

 

Mill Park Falls (Lake Luzerne) Located in Lake Luzerne Town
Mill Park Lake/Luzerne Village Park
25 ft Slide Roadside

 

Rockwell Falls (Lake Luzerne) aka Jessups Little Falls, Luzerne Falls
Located in Lake Luzerne Town, borders the counties of Warren and Saratoga
Rockwell Falls Church/Bridge Of Hope
Hudson River 10 ft  Horseshoe Cascades Roadside

 

Trout Brook Falls (Adirondack Natural Stone Bridge and Caves) Located in Chester Town
Trout Brook  8 ft Various Types
Moderate to Difficult

Natural Stone Bridge and Caves

Natural Stone Bridge and Caves Park Map

 

Old Mill Falls and Dam, Ontario County, New York 2013

Updated Old Mill Falls (Flint Creek) in Ontario County New York 2-14-2016

Updated Old Mill Falls (Flint Creek) in Ontario County New York 2-14-2016

Updated Old Mill Falls (Flint Creek) in Ontario County New York 2-14-2016
Old Mill Falls (Flint Creek)
Flint Creek
11 ft and 4 ft Dam and Falls
Roadside

OLD MILL FALLS ONTARIO COUNTY WESTERN NEW YORK 8-10-2013_00002.JPG

OLD MILL FALLS ONTARIO COUNTY WESTERN NEW YORK 8-10-2013_00005.JPG

Mill Drop Falls, Ontario County, New York 2012

Updated Mill Drop Falls (Canandaigua Outlet) in Ontario County New York 2-13-2016

Updated Mill Drop Falls (Canandaigua Outlet) in Ontario County New York 2-13-2016

Updated Mill Drop Falls (Canandaigua Outlet) in Ontario County New York 2-13-2016
Mill Drop Falls (Canandaigua Outlet)

Private Property Roadside View Only
Canandaigua Outlet
10 ft Dam and Falls

MILL DROP FALLS ONTARIO WESTERN NY 8-04-2012_00001.JPG

Double Drop Falls, Ontario County, New York 2012

Updated Double Drop Falls (Flint Creek) in Ontario County, New York 2-12-2016

Updated Double Drop Falls (Flint Creek) in Ontario County, New York 2-12-2016

Updated Double Drop Falls (Flint Creek) in Ontario County, New York 2-12-2016
Double Drop Falls (Flint Creek)

Ontario Pathways

Flint Creek
10 ft and 5 ft Ledges
1.2 Mile Round Trip

DOUBLE DROP FALLS ONTARIO WESTERN NY 8-04-2012_00001.JPG

Rainbow Falls in High Falls Gorge, Essex County, New York

12/21/2014 Update

12/21/2014 Update

12/21/2014 Update
The following locations are now published.

Ausable Chasms in Essex/Clinton County, New York State

High Falls Gorge in Essex County, New York State

Russell Falls in Essex County, New York State