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Main Falls, Ausable Chasm, Clinton County, New York

Ausable Chasm – 11 Named Waterfalls and Rapids

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Ausable Chasm – 11 Named Waterfalls and Rapids

Ausable Chasm – 11 Named Waterfalls and Rapids

AKA:
Adgate Falls, Birmingham Falls, Grand Canyon of the East
Location:
Chesterfield Twn/Au Sable Twn
First Visit:
8/17/2008
Region:
Northern
County:
Clinton/Essex
Park/Area:
Ausable Chasm
Gps of Falls:
N44.52490 W73.46301
Gps of Parking:
N44.52530 W73.46253
Gps of Trailhead:
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Trail Name/Reference to:
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Landmark:
Tourist Attraction
Stream/River/Watershed:
Ausable River
Height of Falls/Type:
Various
Elevation:
300-150 ft
Level of Difficulty/Hiking Distance:
Inner Sanctum Trail (1 mile) Rim Walk Trail (2 miles) Dry Chasm Trail (1.5 miles) Rainbow Falls/Elephant’s Head Vista (1/2 mile)
Wikiloc:
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Whitewater Rte/Canoe Rte Map:
http://www.americanwhitewater.org/content/River/detail/id/1236/
Maps:
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Trails Websites:
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My Resource:
Adirondack Waterfall Guide “New York’s Cool Cascades” By Russell Dunn 2004
Book Resource:
Adirondack Waterfall Guide “New York’s Cool Cascades” By Russell Dunn 2004
Brochures/Travel Guides/Visitor Guides:
Adirondack Great Walks & Day Hikes A Guide to paths less taken in the Northeast’s last great wilderness
Additional Information:
Ausable Chasm Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks
Photos And Information I Contributed To or Posted To Other Websites:
Northern New York Waterfalls
Nearest Intersection:
Rte 9 and Old State Rd
Directions:
From I-87 N in Keeseville, Take exit 34 to the right onto Rt-9n towards Ausable Forks/Keeseville for .3 miles. Turn right onto Hwy 9n and drive for 1.3 miles. Turn left onto US 9 and drive for 1.5 miles.
Comments/Notes:
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For additional information click on the following links
Dam And Falls
Rainbow Falls
Horseshoe Falls
Horseshoe Lower Falls
Diagonal Slide IV
Elephant Head Class III
Elephant Rock Rapid IV+
Long One IV Rapids
Mike’s Hole (lead-in) IV+ Rapids
Mike’s Hole Itself Class IV Rapids
The Pinch of the Chasm Class I
Exit Canal Class II+ Rapids

Stoney Brook Falls, Oswego County, New York

11-2-2014 New Additions and Updates

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11-2-2014 New Additions and Updates

11-2-2014 New Additions and Updates
THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS HAVE BEEN ADDED

FALLBROOK FALLS in ONEIDA COUNTY

STONEY BROOK FALLS in OSWEGO COUNTY
These are located at The High Braes Refuge Campgrounds

JENNY CREEK FALLS in ST LAWRENCE COUNTY

Whitaker Middle Falls

Roadtrip on 10-18-2014

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Roadtrip on 10-18-2014

Roadtrip on 10-18-2014 through Lewis and Oneida Counties

DENLEY DAM AND FALLS LEWIS COUNTY

This is a portage site for kayakers and canoes. There is a small parking area and the dam and falls can be seen from there.

ROCK ISLAND DAM AND FALLS LEWIS COUNTY

This is also another portage area for kayakers and canoes. The gate was open as they had the whitewater rafting run going on this weekend. Also from here you can look upstream and see Port Leyden dam and falls in the distance.

PORT LEYDEN DAM AND FALLS LEWIS COUNTY

We did not try accessing this from the other side as before. There is a school located there, and we parked in the lot and did a short scramble to get better views.

MILKHOUSE FALLS LEWIS COUNTY

The actual location for this waterfall is posted on private property. I realized when I got home and threw in my tracks in my mapping program, that I was at the backside of this. As I mentioned in my description, the land was not posted. HOWEVER, I do not recommend visiting location by this means. It is unsafe and very much a big liability should someone get hurt. I was following a stream down and came upon it, I was at the top of the falls, and went out and around to see what it looked like. But the whole area looks as though someone used it as a dump site and there is glass and metal everywhere. I would say to try and contact someone and get permission by other location listed on internet resources. And the same time maybe get a look at the Orthodox Church sitting there.

SWAN’S FALLS LEWIS COUNTY

This is on privately owned property but good views can be seen from the road.

ROARING BROOK UPPER FALLS LEWIS COUNTY

This waterfall is located within walking distance from the gate of Whitaker Falls State Park.

WHITAKER FALLS STATE PARK LEWIS COUNTY

I could not believe how much work had taken place at the park. However the trail in and around the waterfalls is still in dire need of repair and safety fencing. We happen to be lucky and came across a rope that someone had tied up and that’s how we got down in there. When we got down there was a group of young adults that we encountered and found out they had just been the ones to put the rope there. We were very thankful they left the rope there for us to get back

UNNAMED FALLS ON HWY 12 NEAR RAILROAD TRACKS LEWIS COUNTY

This was a delight to see. How we missed it on the way up, no clue. There is no trail up to the top. It was posted on the left hand side of the falls. We tried walking up the falls rock hopping as far as we could. It was very slippery, as it was raining. From the road you will have to walk across the railroad tracks, but this can be seen right from the highway.

BAKERS FALLS ONEIDA COUNTY

LANSING KILL FALLS ONEIDA COUNTY

The access to both Lansing and Bakers is same parking, same path. There is parking for maybe two or three cars. You can see the falls right from the road. The canal trail system is right there also. The path was very slippery and steep.

Opalescent Falls, Essex County, New York

Hiking Trip To Hanging Spear Falls 10-15-2008

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Hiking Trip To Hanging Spear Falls 10-15-2008

Hiking Trip To Hanging Spear Falls 10-15-2008

This was my first big hike and my most memorable one!! This is when I learned about how heavy a backpack gets when you are completely soaked!! I learned my pack was not very comfortable, and later down the road purchased one that sat better on my hips!! I learned very quickly what a Thunder Box was….lol So below I have posted albums for every section of the hike from beginning to end.

To start out our first day we did not get an early start and arrived at the trailhead register about 12 noonish. I was so ready for the hike in!!!

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HENDERSON MONUMENT AREA

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We arrived at the first available lean to about 5:30ish. I took some pics of around the lean to

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We got up and moving and headed down to Opalescent Falls and Hanging Spear Falls. The view first thing in the morning from the comforts of my sleeping bag was awesome!!

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OPALESCENT UPPER FALLS  We did not see a trail to this, without having to bushwack to get to.

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OPALESCENT FALLS

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HANGING SPEAR FALLS

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before heading back to camp we went over and checked out the Livingston Lean to area

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Here is where I just had to take a few pics of our lovely outdoor facilitiy!! Now mind you, the main trail goes right by this, and can be seen from the trail. No more words necessary!!! Oh and in the Rain!!!!

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It had started rain as we headed back out. It actually did rain all the way back out!!

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We did take the time to take some pics of the waterfall at the first bridge.

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Prospect Quarry Falls, Oneida-Herkimer County, New York

New Additions 10-25-2014

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New Additions 10-25-2014

New Additions 10-25-2014
BRIDAL VEIL FALLS IN DELAWARE COUNTY

COOKS FALLS IN DELAWARE COUNTY

CLIFFORD FALLS IN ESSEX COUNTY

HANGING SPEAR FALLS IN ESSEX COUNTY

SCHROON FALLS IN ESSEX COUNTY

SQUAW BROOK FALLS IN HAMILTON COUNTY

MILL CREEK FALLS ON IN HERKIMER COUNTY

WEST CANADA CREEK FALLS ON IN HERKIMER COUNTY

NATURAL BRIDGE FALLS IN JEFFERSON COUNTY

COPENHAGEN FALLS IN LEWIS COUNTY

GLEASMANS FALLS IN LEWIS COUNTY

Fillmore Glen State Park

Changes and Additions 10-22-2014

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Changes and Additions 10-22-2014

Changes and Additions 10-22-2014
I HAVE STARTED MAKING SOME CHANGES TO THE WEBSITE TO MAKE IT EASIER FOR BOTH THE READER AND MYSELF.

THE FIRST CHANGE IS NOW THERE IS A DROP DOWN ON THE NEW YORK STATES WATERFALL TAB THAT WILL ALLOW YOU TO GO DIRECTLY TO THE REGION YOU WISH TO NARROW DOWN ON. THIS I AM IN HOPES WILL MAKE IT A LITTLE EASIER FOR SCROLLING PURPOSES.

I HAVE PUBLISHED FILMORE GLEN STATE PARK WHICH IS LOCATED IN CAYUGA COUNTY, ALONG WITH AS MUCH DETAILED INFORMATION FROM MY POINT OF VIEW OF THE HIKE. THERE ARE PHOTOS BACK IN 2004 AND MY LATEST VISIT IN JUNE 2014.

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I HAVE ALSO PUBLISHED A DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF VAN HORNSVILLE FALLS AND TRAIL WHICH IS LOCATED IN HERKIMER COUNTY, AT THE OWEN D YOUNG SCHOOL. MY FIRST VISIT WAS BACK IN MARCH OF 2010, AND I REVISITED IN OCTOBER OF 2014.

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Van Hornsville, Cheesebox Falls

Van Hornsville Falls, Robert B Woodruff Outdoor Learning Center – 7 Waterfalls

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Van Hornsville Falls, Robert B Woodruff Outdoor Learning Center – 7 Waterfalls

Van Hornsville Falls, Robert B Woodruff Outdoor Learning Center – 7 Waterfalls
at Owen D Young School

Location:
Stark Twn
First Visit:
3/6/2010
Region:
Central
County:
Herkimer
Park/Area:
Robert B Woodruff Outdoor Learning Center
Gps of Falls:
N42.89701 W74.82514
Gps of Parking:
N42.89659 W74.82559
Landmark:
Owen D Young School
Stream/River/Watershed:
Otsquago Creek
Elevation:
1114 ft
Level of Difficulty/Hiking Distance:
Main Loop .64 Mile and Additional Side Trails .32 Miles
My Resource:
Mohawk Region Waterfall Guide “From the Capital District to Cooperstown & Syracuse” By Russell Dunn 2007
Book Resource:
Mohawk Region Waterfall Guide “From the Capital District to Cooperstown & Syracuse” By Russell Dunn 2007
Nearest Intersection:
Rte 80 and Wiltse Hill Rd
Directions:
From I-90 E, in Canajoharie, Take exit 29 to the right towards Rt-10/Canajoharie/Sharon Springs and drive for .5 miles.Turn right onto E Main St and drive for 3.6 miles. Turn left onto Main St and drive for .2 miles. Turn right onto Main St and drive for 11.5 miles. Turn left onto Tilyou Rd for 187 ft.
Comments/Notes:
See below

For more information and photos on the individual locations please click on the following links

Van Hornsville Waterfalls – Barbara Smit Young Arboretum Waterfall
Van Hornsville Waterfalls – Cheese Box Factory and Falls
Van Hornsville Waterfalls – Creamery Falls
Van Hornsville Waterfalls – Dave’s Look Out Falls at
Van Hornsville Waterfalls – Kelly Falls
Van Hornsville Waterfalls – Main Falls and Tufa Caves
Van Hornsville Waterfalls – Saw Mill Site and Falls

Van Hornsville Waterfalls - Dave's Look Out Falls at, Herkimer County, New York

Van Hornsville Waterfalls – Dave’s Look Out Falls at, Herkimer County, New York

Fillmore Glen State Park

Fillmore Glen State Park – 8 Named Waterfalls

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Fillmore Glen State Park – 8 Named Waterfalls

Fillmore Glen State Park – 8 Named Waterfalls

Location:
Locke Twn
First Visit:
6/19/2004
Region:
Central
County:
Cayuga
Park/Area:
Fillmore Glen State Park
Gps of Parking:
N42.69714 W76.41545
Gps of Trailhead:
N42.69714 W76.41545
Stream/River/Watershed:
Dry Creek
Height of Falls/Type:
Various
Level of Difficulty/Hiking Distance:
4 Mile Loop, 2 Hours
Maps:
Western New York all outdoors Atlas & Field Guide Publication 2008
Trails Websites:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/fillmore-glen-falls-5-falls-trail
My Resource:
Western New York all outdoors Atlas & Field Guide Publication 2008
Book Resource:
New York Waterfalls “A Guide For Hikers & Photographers” by Scott E. Brown 2010
Brochures/Travel Guides/Visitor Guides:
Filmore Glen State Park
Additional Information:
http://nysparks.com/parks/attachments/FillmoreGlenTrailMap.pdf
Nearest Intersection:
Hwy 38 and Hwy 38a and N Main St
Directions:
From I-81 South in Cortland, take exit 12 to the right onto US-11/Rt-41 towards Rt-281/Homer/Cortland and drive .4 miles.  Keep left onto S West St ramp and drive .5 miles. Take the Rt-281 N ramp to the right towards Tr-90/Homer and drive .4 miles. Turn left onto Cayuga St and drive 10.4 miles. Turn right onto Toll Gate Rd and drive 3.8 miles. Turn right onto Hwy 38 and drive .3 miles. There will be signs along the way to help direct you to the park.
Comments/Notes:
Named waterfalls in the park: Cowshed Falls, Dalibarda Falls aka Lower Falls and Dry Falls, Hogsback Falls (Historical Name), Pinnacle Falls (Historical Name), Pinnacle Lower Falls, and Pinnacle Upper Falls

For additional information please click on the following links:
Fillmore Glen – Cowshed Falls
Fillmore Glen – Cowsheds Upper Falls
Fillmore Glen – Pinnacle Falls (Historical Name)
Fillmore Glen – Dalibarda Falls
Fillmore Glen – Pinnacle Lower Falls
Fillmore Glen – Pinnacle Upper Falls
Fillmore Glen – Hogsback Falls (Historical Name)
Fillmore Glen – Upper Falls

Buttermilk Falls State Park, Tompkins County, New York

Buttermilk Falls State Park – 8 Named Waterfalls, Ithaca

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Buttermilk Falls State Park – 8 Named Waterfalls, Ithaca

Buttermilk Falls State Park – 8 Named Waterfalls, Ithaca
Buttermilk Falls State Park, Tompkins County, Ithaca, New York

Stream or River: Buttermilk Creek flows into Cayuga Lake

There are several falls of varying heights and types. Other named waterfalls here are: Pulpit Falls, Shower Bath Falls and Pinnacle Falls.

Dates Visited:
5/06/2012 7/15/2006 9/02/2006
I have yet to see all the falls here in the park. We only made it maybe to the top of the Main Falls due to it was really pouring rain that day. I wanted to include all the information I have accumulated since 2006. If the information I provided here is different or wrong, or you have additional information to provide, feel free to let me know.

Maps and Resources used to gather information:
Western New York all outdoors Atlas & Field Guide Publication 2008 103 C6
200 Waterfalls In Central & Western New York “A Finders’ Guide” By Rich And Sue Freeman 2002
New York Waterfalls “A Guide For Hikers & Photographers” by Scott E. Brown 2010
http://nyfalls.com/waterfalls/buttermilk-falls-state-park/
World Waterfall Database

Directions:
From I-81 S, in Whitney Point, Take exit 8 to the right onto Rt-79/US-11 towards Rt-26/Rt-206/Whitney Point/Lisle and drive .3 miles. Turn right onto US 11 and drive 29.5 miles. Keep left onto E State Street and drive .1 miles. Turn left onto S Aurora Street and drive  .1 miles. Turn right onto Prospect Street for 252 ft. Bear left onto Prospect Street for 424 ft. Bear left onto E Spencer Street and drive .2 miles. Turn left onto S Cayuga Street for 165 ft. Keep right onto W Spencer Street and drive .2 miles. Enter roundabout Roundabout for 147 ft. Take the 2nd right onto Elmira Road and drive .4 miles. Bear right onto Elmira Road for 103 ft. Turn left onto Elmira Road and drive 1.1 miles. Turn left onto Buttermilk Falls Road E and drive .1 miles.                

Length of Hike:   
Gorge Trail: 0.75 miles. Strenuous
Rim Trail: 0.75 miles Strenuous
Bear Trail: 0.5 miles. Moderate
Lake Treman: 1.5 miles. Easy

Parking areas:
Parking                    N42.41718 W76.52123  
Upper Parking Rd       N42.40935 W76.51213  
Upper Parking Rd 2    N42.40166 W76.51393

Buttermilk Creek And Falls aka Main Falls
Lower and Upper section has the viewing platform in the middle.
Falls: N42.41599 W76.52045
Height: 180 ft
Elevation: 450 ft
Type: Cascade

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Pinnacle Falls in Buttermilk Falls State Park
Falls: N42.41111 W76.51654
Landmark: Pinnacle Rock
Height: 30 ft
Elevation: 833 ft
Type: 2 steps

Pulpit Falls in Buttermilk Falls State Park
Falls: N42 26.004 W76 29.100
Landmark: Pulpit Rock above the falls
Elevation: 750 ft
Type: 2 tiered

Shower Bath Falls in Buttermilk Falls State Park
Falls: N42.41060 W76.51509
Landmark: above Pinnacle Rock
Elevation: 850 ft

Lake Treman Falls
Falls: N42.40050 W76.51276

Owl Creek Falls
Falls: N42.41174 W76.51006
Height: 70 ft
Type: Steep Cascade

Starting from Highway 13 Buttermilk Falls Entrance North to South and parking areas

           Waterfall                   Location                          Elevation
1 Buttermilk Creek Dam       N42.41633 W76.52130   452 ft
2 Buttermilk Lower Falls      N42.41599 W76.52045
3 Buttermilk Upper Falls      N42.41507 W76.51953   610 ft
4 Waterfall in                           N42.41447 W76.51911   672 ft
5 Waterfall 1                            N42.41365 W76.51854   741 ft
6 Waterfall 2                            N42.41333 W76.51828   752 ft
7 Pulpit Falls                            N42.41303 W76.51804   778 ft
8 Buttermilk Creek bridge   N42.41190 W76.51731   800 ft
9 Pinnacle Falls                       N42.41111 W76.51654   833 ft
10 Waterfall 3                          N42.41070 W76.51544   846 ft
11 Shower Bath Falls             N42.41060 W76.51509   850 ft
12 Flume Falls                         N42.41033 W76.51441   870 ft
13 Buttermilk Creek falls on    N42.40892 W76.51263   874 ft
14 Buttermilk Creek falls on 2 N42.40273 W76.51101   904 ft
15 Lake Treman Falls                  N42.40065 W76.51291   951 ft
16 Owl Creek Falls                       N42.41162 W76.51002   873 ft


Stony Brook Glen, Steuben County, New York State

Stony Brook Glen Falls, Steuben County, New York State

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Stony Brook Glen Falls, Steuben County, New York State

Stony Brook Glen Falls, Steuben County, New York State
More information about the Stony Brook Campground and trails can be found on their website.