Bish Bash Falls State Park - Copake Falls, NY

This trail is part of the Taconic State Park system and we entered on the New York side but the falls themselves are in Massachusetts. Massachusetts has closed the road leading in from that side so be aware of that before you set out. The trail from the parking lot to the falls is only 3/4 mile in length and is fairly easy with a moderate slope but the day we were there we saw lots of families with children so should be accessible for most people. The falls are spectacular and offer lots of "viewing platforms" from the rocks at the base of the falls. There is a trail that goes to an area above the falls but this is for experienced climbers and is very steep and we were told could be dangerous. There is an overlook a short drive farther up the road to another parking area, but this is also a steep climb with steel guard wire to help you, and although the view of the valley is very nice once your at the top, you cannot actually see the falls because of the tree cover, so unless you enjoy climbing I would skip this.

Distance traveled: approximately 2 miles