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Falls View Park
Park · Cohoes, New York
This four-acre park provides the best views of Cohoes Falls, one of the largest waterfalls in the eastern United States — approximately 1,000 feet across with a 60-foot vertical drop on the Mohawk River. A 192-foot pedestrian bridge, an 80-person amphitheater, ADA-compliant fishing platforms, and interpretive panels bring visitors close to what's considered the second most beautiful cataract in New York State after Niagara Falls. Open seasonally May through November, free admission.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Falls View Park?
- Falls View Park is a park in Cohoes, New York.
- Can you swim at Falls View Park?
- There is no fixed answer for Falls View Park: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Falls View Park in Cohoes, New York. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
- How is Falls View Park rated?
- Falls View Park in Cohoes, New York has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 1110 reviews.
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- ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
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Location & Contact
231-341 N Mohawk St, Cohoes, NY 12047
Cohoes, New York 12047
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