Waterfalls of Naples

What a day to explore the streams and waterfalls in Naples. Without having to leave the village we visited five major waterfalls.   Naples is in the heart of the Finger Lakes waterfall map. We set off from Joseph's Wayside Market - a great place to visit - and headed up to Tannery Creek.  Tannery was peaceful as always and we enjoyed the solitude to ourselves.  A nice pool at the base of the waterfall invited swimming. That water is cold.  We meandered out and walked through town to trek up Grimes Glen.

Tannery Creek

Grimes Glen is a very popular hike - a hot summer day and you will see dozens of folks finding respite from the heat.  Our Tuesday morning was quiet - we crossed paths with three other groups.  Most stop at the second falls to enjoy the scenery and wide pool.  We decided to take the challenge of ascending the second falls to see the third falls.  The path is worn, steep & narrow with ropes in places - do not trust ropes that are not yours.  We went together and supported each other as we made our way up.

Third falls is worth the challenge.  The stream narrows and creates a long deep pool at the base of the falls.  Normally there are natural steps and benches surrounding the pools, but with the rain the water was high.  Unfortunately this is also where the 'pack in/pack out' mentality is lost.

A great way to spend the morning and well worth the return trips in the summer heat.

First Falls in Tannery - cold water.

Second Falls in Tannery Creek

Group Juggling

Group Juggling

Crossing the bridge to hike Grimes Glen

First Falls

Devil's Bedroom

Second Falls

Third Falls

Third Falls in Grimes Glen

Top of Second Falls - looking down