Trenton Falls

Trenton Falls is a waterfall system featuring multiple cascades along West Canada Creek that descends through limestone formations. The total vertical drop spans roughly 270 feet, creating a series of steps as the water moves through the gorge.

John Sherman discovered these falls in 1805, leading to the development of a resort property in the area. The property attracted visitors through the early 1900s and played an important role in the local tourism of that era.

The Haudenosaunee named this location Ka-na-ta-dork, meaning brown water, and Kuy-a-ho-ra, referring to the slanting water formations. These names reflect how the indigenous people identified and described the distinctive features they observed here.

The site opens to the public only during two weekends per year, with stone dust paths and wood mulch walkways along the gorge edges. Visitors should wear sturdy footwear and prepare for uneven surfaces and narrow pathways.

The limestone walls contain numerous marine fossils, including Concularia, echinoderms, cephalopods, gastropods, and preserved ancient bryozoans. These findings offer a glimpse into the ancient sea that covered this region millions of years ago.

Location: New York

Part of: West Canada Creek

GPS coordinates: 43.28150,-75.15310

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:27