Are dogs allowed on Stony Kill Falls?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Stony Kill Falls but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Stony Kill Falls?

No, Stony Kill Falls does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Stony Kill Falls?

Stony Kill Falls is rated easy. It is 1.5 miles long with 348 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Stony Kill Falls suitable for kids?

Yes, Stony Kill Falls is considered kid-friendly. As always with children, bring water and snacks, pace yourself, and watch for weather changes and wildlife.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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EasyOut and Back

New York

Stony Kill Falls

Kerhonkson, New York

1.5 mi

Distance

348 ft

Elev. Gain

37m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Stony Kill Falls is the site of one of many access points to the Delaware Aqueduct. It is located in the town of Wawarsing, on the northwestern edge of the Minnewaska Preserve on land acquired in 2001 by the State of New York, The Open Space Institute and the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference from Napanoch Sand and Gravel Company that once owned the land. Long a little known back entrance into the Minnewaska Preserve, utilized by curiosity seekers and more experienced mountaineers, as a more convenient access point to Stony Kill Falls. The area only provides access to Stony Kill Falls, no other trails are allowed to be accessed from this area. Parking is not permitted on town roads.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:350 ft

Max:422 ft

106 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.