The need for water for a growing population was the reason for building this dam and the creation of a waterfall was an extra benefit. New Croton Dam, Westchester County Source: MISHELLA / shutterstock New Croton Dam The falls involve walking some distance so be prepared with comfortable footwear.ħ. The trail can be a little slippery close to the falls so you should take extra care. The volume of water is at its height in the spring while a few weeks later, the cooling spray is refreshing. The best view is from the bridge above the gorge, although you can go down into the chasm to get closer. The downside of Rainbow Falls is that the flow of the Ausable River is regulated by a hydro-electric power company, but at their best they are spectacular. Rainbow Falls, Ausable Chasm, Adirondacks Source: cvrestan / shutterstock Rainbow Falls, Ausable Chasm They are just a short walk from the car park and very accessible. Several vantage points mean you can capture the falls in a number of different ways. If you add the colours of autumn, the photograph will be one to treasure. There is actually the chance of a photograph from a lookout position that looks down the gorge and includes Upper and Middle Falls. The old railway bridge from the mid-19th century looks down on these falls from a height of over 230 feet. The Upper Falls in comparison to the ‘’Middle’’ are fairly small, with a drop of just 40 feet. Upper Falls, Genesee River, Letchworth State Park Source: Mark Rust / shutterstock Upper Falls, Genesee River Lawrence River and finally entering the North Atlantic.ĥ. The water comes from Lake Erie and passes on to Lake Ontario before entering the St.

The rate of flow averages out at 85,000 cubic feet per second so there is little chance of freezing even in the coldest weather. There is a drop of 167 feet and on a hot day at the height of summer, and the mist and spray created by the power of the water help visitors to cool down. The three waterfalls form the southern end of the Niagara Gorge. It sits on the border between the USA and Canada. Niagara is regularly included in lists of the top waterfalls in the world, so it demands inclusion here. Niagara Falls, Buffalo Source: Abdullah Zafar / shutterstock Niagara Falls, Buffalo The colour that comes in the autumn, as the leaves turn yellow and brown before falling to the ground, just adds to the setting. Within New York State, there are some stunning waterfalls watercourses always display energy and those in the state are certainly no exception. While skyscrapers might dominate the City, when it comes to natural beauty, you have to head out to enjoy the countryside.Īnd enjoy it you will, because it is a playground for adventure lovers and those who feel at home with nature. New York State stretches from New York City itself right up to the Canadian border.

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