With more than 200 state parks here in New York, you’ll find quite the long list of adventures that you can take on if you’re looking to spend some time outdoors. While we all may have our go-to state park to spend the day exploring, there’s one destination right along the Empire State’s eastern border that will lead you to someplace breathtaking. Taking you on a short hike that’s unlike any other in our state, see what’s waiting for you at Taconic State Park.
Out near New York’s eastern state border, Columbia County’s Taconic State Park will take you on an adventure unlike any other.
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Beginning in New York in the town of Copake Falls, Taconic State Park is home a short but wonderfully sweet trail that will lead you to a destination that’s simply unforgettable.
Those who have the pleasure of hiking along the Bash Bish Falls trail in Taconic State Park will trek along a .75-mile-long adventure that follows Bash Bish brook — a clear stream that features handfuls of cascading waterfalls along the way.
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Before you know it, while you’re hiking along this easy-to-follow trail, you’ll reach signs that let you know you’re actually leaving the state of New York. That’s right!
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Crossing our state border and bringing you into Massachusetts, the Bash Bish Falls trail will easily bring out the adventurer in you.
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After crossing over into our neighboring state, you’ll begin to hear the roar of Bash Bish Falls.
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After making your way down a steep little stone staircase, you’ll find yourself at the base of a nearly 60-foot-tall waterfall.
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The split waterfall is one that will instantly make you feel out of this world as soon as you set your eyes on it, cascading down in a v-shape that is simply stunning.
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Surrounded by lush forestry and vibrant pools of water, the trail to Bash Bish Falls is one that will leave you feeling quite at peace.
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So, if you’re ready to take on a unique hike that leads you to somewhere mesmerizing…
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…then keep in mind all that awaits you at Taconic State Park and out along the Bash Bish Falls trail!
Ilan Klein/Google To find out more information about Taconic State Park, click here.
If you’re ready to uncover more outdoor adventures here in the Empire State, then be sure to also check out The New Ashokan Rail Trail In New York Is A Scenic Adventure That Will Take You Away From It All!
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Address: Taconic State Park, 253 NY-344, Copake Falls, NY 12517, USA
