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Kaaterskill Falls Trail and Viewing Platform in Kaaterskill Wild Forest

The Kaaterskill Falls Trail offers a scenic journey through the lush forest of the Catskills, leading to breathtaking views of one of New York's tallest waterfalls. Hikers can enjoy multiple vantage points, including a well-maintained viewing platform, where the cascading water plunges dramatically into the rocky basin below, creating a stunning backdrop that is particularly enchanting during the fall foliage season. #Hiking #Waterfall #Forest #Nature

  • Distance: 1.6 mi
  • Elevation gain: 114 m
  • Maximum elevation: 634 m
  • Elevation loss: 113 m
  • Minimum elevation: 570 m
  • Moving time: 46 m 18 s
  • Moving speed: 2.1 mph
  • Maximum speed: 4.0 mph
  • Total time: 51 m 20 s
  • Global speed: 1.9 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 1.6 mi
  • Elevation gain: 114 m
  • Maximum elevation: 634 m
  • Elevation loss: 113 m
  • Minimum elevation: 570 m
  • Moving time: 46 m 18 s
  • Moving speed: 2.1 mph
  • Maximum speed: 4.0 mph
  • Total time: 51 m 20 s
  • Global speed: 1.9 mph

About this trail

Name: Kaaterskill Falls Trail and Viewing Platform in Kaaterskill Wild Forest trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Laurel House Road Parking Area, Laurel House Road, Town of Hunter, Greene County, New York, 12436, United States (42.19562 -74.06351)

End: Kaaterskill Rail Trail, Haines Falls, Town of Hunter, Greene County, New York, 12436, United States (42.19567 -74.06346)

Coordinates: 42.19169 -74.06616 42.19567 -74.06130

Gear up for your next adventure:

🥼Base Layers - Thermal base layers for temperature regulation
🎒Hiking Daypacks (20L) - Compact backpacks for day trips and technical mountain ascents
🌄Compact Monoculars - Lightweight optics for hiking
🧥Waterproof Hiking Jackets - Rain protection for walking in all weather conditions
🧰Survival Kits - Emergency tools for remote environments

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