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Top 25 Dangerous locations in New York
byEdward Smathers and
Michal Ben-Ari and
Aviad Coppenhagen and
bobbieswaterfalls (bobbie sweeting)
Live update: Updated August 6, 2022Copy link
Copy link1. Chestnut Ridge Park Eternal Flame Trail
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
bobbieswaterfalls (bobbie sweeting)Eternal Flame Falls trail. There are at least 3 other waterfalls in the park, that I did not yet visit. 1.5 Hours Roundtrip Large Parking Area With Signs Pointing The Way. The trail was very well marked. Walking up the stream on some ice was a bit challenging. 
Karra NY Hikes&WaterfallsA classic, fun hike and creek walk. Steep in some areas. This is definitely a moderate hike. Always worth the trip!
2. High Tor Wildlife Management Area
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:bobbieswaterfalls (bobbie sweeting)High Tor Wildlife Management Area, Parish Glen/Conklin Gully Waterfalls, this is very difficult if you are taking the stream up. Requires strength, agility and balance. My grandchildren and I did do it but was very scary in some areas. We were very thankful for other hikers that helped along the way. 1.9 Loop/FLT Map - B1LongBlueTF, 12 falls total https://www.wikiloc.com/hiking-trails/parish-glen-conklin-gully-yates-county-new-york-state-part-2-37439925
3. The Plotter Kill Preserve
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Edward Smathers There are a dozen waterfalls and miles of trail on this preserve!Edward Smathers Love this hike and the dozen waterfalls!!
4. Wilmington Notch Falls
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Edward Smathers This is a lesser-known, but very beautiful waterfall. It can be VERY dangerous in certain conditions, so be sure to wear proper footwear and be conscious of weather conditions.
5. Whetstone Gulf State Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Edward Smathers This park is absolutely amazing!!
6. Siamese Ponds Wilderness
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Edward Smathers One of the larger wildernesses in the Adirondack Forest Preserve.
7. Schunnemunk Mountain State Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Edward Smathers I love visiting this area, any time I'm in the region!
8. Sam's Point Area of Minnewaska State Park Preserve
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Edward Smathers This preserve is absolutely magical. The rock surface can be tough for the doggies, so be mindful.
9. Carpenter Falls
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:bobbieswaterfalls (bobbie sweeting)Carpenter Falls is located in Bahar Preserve. The main falls can be seen by taking the trail left, from the koist. You can see the other waterfalls by taking the trail to the right. Use caution as the trails are very steep and slippery.
10. Wildcat Falls
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:bobbieswaterfalls (bobbie sweeting)9 Mile Hike Including Several Falls
Wildcat Ravine - Falls #1, 63' total. 3 cascades
Wildcat Ravine - Falls #2, 37' total, 3 drops
Wildcat Ravine - Falls #3, 102'
Wildcat Ravine - Falls #4 aka Wildcat Lower Falls, 57', 2 distinct drops
Wildcat Ravine - Falls #5, 15'
11. Ross Parking Area
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Karra NY Hikes&WaterfallsThis is the best entrance for Holcomb Pond loop hike. Holcomb is so different than the rest of Zoar Valley. You dip through a forest, around marshy ponds and zip around the rim of the gorge for a gorgeous view.
12. Hollyhock Hollow Sanctuary
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:bobbieswaterfalls (bobbie sweeting)Hollyhock Hollow Sanctuary Cave/Waterfall
https://decideyouradventure.com/spring-hollyhock-hollow-sanctuary/
http://www.auduboninternational.org/hollyhock-hollow-sanctuary
http://www.necaveconservancy.org/preserves/
13. Buttermilk Falls
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:bobbieswaterfalls (bobbie sweeting)Very Difficult
There are several waterfalls in Buttermilk Ravine
9 Mile Hike Including Several Falls/http://www.catskillmountaineer.com/WF-BR.html
Buttermilk Falls #1, 45 ft
Buttermilk Falls #2, 30 ft
Buttermilk Falls #3, 44 ft
Buttermilk Falls #4, 108 ft
Buttermilk Lower Falls aka John Case Brook Waterfall, 46 ft
14. Furlong Bridge Swimming Hole
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:bobbieswaterfalls (bobbie sweeting)East Durham, Falls In #1 aka Shady Glen Falls, 25'
15. Japanese Falls, Upper
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:bobbieswaterfalls (bobbie sweeting)Recommended this place!
16. Japanese Falls, Lower
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:bobbieswaterfalls (bobbie sweeting)Recommended this place!
17. Bridal Veil Falls, Lower
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:bobbieswaterfalls (bobbie sweeting)Recommended this place!
18. Bridal Veil Falls, Upper
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:bobbieswaterfalls (bobbie sweeting)Recommended this place!
19. Plattekill Falls
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:bobbieswaterfalls (bobbie sweeting)Dangerous, not for small children
20. King Post Bridge Falls
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:bobbieswaterfalls (bobbie sweeting)King Post Bridge/Old Mill Falls, 10' Total
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