The Best Hiking in Haines Falls

Although this is a super short hike, it is definitely a tough one! The quick, steep climb is totally worth it once you reach the 260 foot cascade and pool at the end. Hike along the trail, hugging Spruce Creek all the way to the falls. If you hike in the spring, the creek and the falls will be ra...

Layman's Monument and Kaaterskill Falls is an out-and-back trail that takes you to one of New York's tallest waterfalls at 231 feet and to the historical monument for Frank D. Layman, who passed away in 1990 while fighting a forest fire. This trail is located near Haines Falls, New York.

Katterskill Falls from Laurel House Road is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Haines Falls, New York.

Layman's Monument Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Haines Falls, New York.

The Kaaterskill Rail Trail begins near North and South Lake, heading toward Haines Falls and Twilight Park NY. The trail is set in a gorgeous forest, and is used for hiking, trail running, and birding trips. The trail provides exceptional views of the surrounding mountains, valleys, forests, and ...

Kaaterskill Rail Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Haines Falls, New York.

Katterskills High Peak Loop via Snowmobile Trail is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near Elka Park, New York.

Kaaterskill Falls, South Mountain, and North Point Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Haines Falls, New York.

Escarpment Trail is a point-to-point trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Jewett, New York.

Have you ever wanted to feel as if you were hiking two different locations at once? If so, then North Mountain is definitely somewhere to check out. Take the birch tree forests around Aspen, CO and pair it with the spruces/pines of the Adirondacks and you'll have this route in the Catskills.Parki...

Inspiration Point and Boulder Rock Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Tannersville, New York.

This trail features a lake, waterfall, and many scenic viewpoints of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The Inspiration Point and Boulder Rock Trail is open for use year-round, but is best hiked from April to October. Dogs are allowed on this trail but must be kept on leash. We recommend stop...

The North Point and Badman's Cave Trail is perfect for hikers and trail runners who want a gorgeous forest setting. The trail is open for use year-round, but is best travelled from March - October. The North Point and Badman's Cave Trail allows dogs, but they must be kept on leash. This trail is ...

This trail is great for families and for all ages and skill levels. Dogs are able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.  Colgate Lake is also a great place for camping or fishing!

Escarpment Loop, Kaaterskill Falls, Bastion Falls, and South Lake Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Haines Falls, New York.

Boulder Rock and Catskill Mountain House is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Hunter, New York.