Fall Kill

Fall Kill is a tributary that flows through Dutchess County, starting its course in the northern towns before reaching the Hudson River at Poughkeepsie. The stream passes through varied terrain, from open countryside and wetland areas to developed neighborhoods near its mouth.

During the 1930s Great Depression, workers built stone walls along a section of the creek near Poughkeepsie to modify its natural course. This public works project left a lasting mark on how the stream flows through that area today.

The Innis Dye Works building from the 1830s stands near where the stream meets the Hudson River, showing how industry once shaped this waterway and its surroundings.

The creek is suitable for fishing and can be accessed from several locations along its banks. Visitors should be prepared for slippery terrain along the waterway and expect water levels to vary depending on the season.

The northern wetland areas along the stream provide shelter for several endangered animal species that few visitors realize are there. These natural zones create a striking contrast with the built-up neighborhoods found further downstream.

Location: New York

GPS coordinates: 41.70917,-73.94028

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:02