Tompkin Falls
Tompkin Falls at Catskill Park near Andes, New York is a moderate 0.1-mile out-and-back hike that leads to the ~22-foot tall multi-tiered waterfall known as Tompkin Falls.Hike Description
This hike begins along the southern side Barkaboom Road at the coordinates provided and heads down over the guardrail to find a steep dirt trail on the other side. The trail is very worn with minimal large rocks for footing as you descend this steep grade, so watch your balance and where you step. At the bottom of the trail, hikers will find Tompkin Falls which can be explored in two sections - upper and lower falls. The Upper Falls cascade is about 7-feet tall, which can be easily viewed without danger or risk. The Lower Falls portion of Tompkin Falls, however, can only be viewed from a very skinny and sketchy trail that skirts around the ledge adjacent to the waterfall. Hikers can follow this short path for as long as they wish - I followed it to get a photo of the side of Lower Falls and then turned back.
The hike back up to the road is not easy due to the steep grade, hence the moderate difficulty. Last, hikers can get a view of the waterfall from the road, located downstream, but watch the local traffic as this road is not very wide and has no turnouts.
Parking
Hikers will find parking along Barkaboom Road near the coordinates provided.
Pets
Dogs are allowed if leashed and should be cleaned up after.
Warning
Steep ledges: This hike includes steep ledges, so hikers should be mindful of where they walk.
