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Pawling Nature Reserve

3.0 (1 review)
Closed • 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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CT Audubon at Deer Pond Farm - Map

CT Audubon at Deer Pond Farm

5.0(2 reviews)
4.8 mi

Found this place while looking for new hiking trails. We almost missed it though because we thought…read moreit was someone's actual farm. But What a treasure! We got a full tour of the house that sits on the property. They have many great programs and training. You can hike with a group or by yourself. What I liked the most was how the paths were so well marked out and large , I was never worried about getting lost. We can't wait to come back!

This is one of those places that I'm selfishly reluctant to review because it's so perfect just the…read moreway it is. There are never too, too many people here even at its most crowded. But Deer Pond (operated by the CT Audubon Society) has brought us so much joy that I feel compelled to share it with others: This preserve is a great treasure. The property is expansive, with hiking trails that meander over the CT border into NY over varied terrain. Some trails are rocky and need careful navigation. Other trails are well mulched and soft, good for trail running. There are trails that run through meadows; most others are through woods, well shielded from the sun. It is beautifully maintained and they host a variety of programs for adults (and a few for children), which we so far haven't checked out. We joined the CT Audubon Society as a result of our wonderful experiences, here. I still can't identify more than three birds or so (bluejays, robins, and those ground birds with the furry tails called squirrels) but maybe that will eventually change. For now, we just enjoy sharing the same space!

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CT Audubon at Deer Pond Farm - Purple martin surveying the pond

Purple martin surveying the pond

CT Audubon at Deer Pond Farm - Fresh tracks on a beautiful snowy day

Fresh tracks on a beautiful snowy day

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Kaaterskill Falls - March 2026

Kaaterskill Falls

4.6(166 reviews)
45.3 mi

The falls are truly incredible…read more The trail down to the bottom of the falls, is a bit tricky. But so incredibly worth it. I would suggest not to believe the sign saying 189 steps.... it is definitely more! Take drinking water because you'll need that for sure. We went back in August and the heat was definitely there. The parking lot was pretty packed but throughout the trails people were pretty evenly spaced out. Not so much at the base of the falls themselves but there was still plenty of room to move around freely.

One of the tallest waterfall in NY, similar height to Taughannock Falls. Physical requirement is…read moredifferent tho, Kaaterskill Falls has about 500foot of elevation change and a lot of slippery stone steps at the end, if you come here when the weather is still cold. Parking: most people park at the Laurel-House Road parking area, because it is the closest. Or you can park at Mountain Top Historical Society, the old train station, which an extra mile. Starting from the old railroad station is nice, you can still see some old tracks on the ground. Walk to the overlook is fairly easy, once you get to the start point of Lower falls junction, it is where you need to be prepared. I recommend hiking shoe, especially in colder months where the ground is wet and iced. When you reach to the stone steps, they can get slippery. I am surprised no one fell in late March. Half of the steps were cover in ice and people were wearing regular sneakers. Once you reach the base of the two tier falls, the view is tremendous. If water levels are high, you can feel the energy of the water. There is a lot of spray from the falls when you get close. There is short trail to the middle tier pool. It was iced up during winter, spikes will definitely be useful. The end was amazing too. So close to the lead of the waterfall. You can keep going and follow Escarpment trail and follow the edge of the valley. There is monument for fireman Frank Layman who died during firefighting in 1900, at his monument, you can see route 23A bend around mountain. And if you keep going, there are a couple viewpoint to overlook the valley. Nice break points to enjoy the view and rest your legs.

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Kaaterskill Falls - View Of Stream

View Of Stream

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