About this spot
This site features the state's tallest waterfall. Access begins at the Copake Falls Trailhead parking area in New York, followed by a straightforward hike. The trail crosses the state border partway through, with signage marking the transition from New York into Massachusetts. From the east or west via the MassPike (I-90): Exit at Lee (Exit 2). Head west on MA Route 102 for 4.7 miles to Stockbridge. Bear left onto U.S. Route 7 south, traveling 7.7 miles through Great Barrington. Turn right onto MA Route 23 west for 4.9 miles to South Egremont. Proceed left on MA Route 41 south, then immediately right onto Mount Washington Road, continuing 7.5 miles as the road becomes East Street. Turn right onto Cross Road, then right onto West Street for 1 mile. Turn left onto Falls Road and drive 1.5 miles to the parking and trailhead area on the left side. From the west, north, or south via NY Route 22: In Copake Falls, take NY Route 344 east past Taconic State Park and park at the trailhead on the right. Alternatively, continue east as the road becomes Falls Road through Massachusetts for approximately 2 miles, where the parking lot and trailhead entrance appear on the right.