The nine most dangerous and deadly places in New York

There's no denying how much we all love New York! But, as with many things, there will always be pros and cons. There are many dangerous places throughout the state. Some of them have become so deadly that they are now completely closed to the public. Only in Your State.

Kanajohari Waterfall

Those who live in the village of Kanajohari have long been aware of the dangers lurking in the Kanajohari waterfall. But again and again people come here to see for themselves. Between 2001 and 2004, three people died jumping into waterfall is an adventure often sought after by adrenaline junkies. Although there are "No Swimming" signs hanging around the falls, they seem to be ignored as deaths continue to occur here.

So what makes this particular waterfall so deadly? There is an invisible stone ledge at the base. Every year, local police officers issue endless fines to those who trespass in this part of Wintergreen, hoping to prevent further losses.

Devil's Path

The Devil's Way, about 35 km long in the Catskills, is considered one of the most difficult hikes on the east coast. Not only is the trail long, but it's also quite dangerous, if you haven't already figured it out from its name.

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Katerskill Falls

One of the highest waterfalls in New York is also one of the most dangerous. For a long time, DEC and the local fire department have regularly visited this particular waterfall. Those who come to explore the area often make the occasional mistake of losing their balance too close to the edge at the top of the first or second tier, dying from a long fall. As always, when it comes to exploring New York, you need to be careful and ready for an adventure.

Taconic State Boulevard

Taconic State Parkway, which we considered the deadliest road in New York, is one of our least favorite roads to travel on. Over 200 km, there were 2080 accidents in the three-year period ending in 2014. Here, thousands of passengers exceeded the speed limit, especially in the Westchester and Putnam areas. If you have to drive through this particular section of the state, be sure to keep an eye on the road and, as always, be a careful driver!

Salmon River Falls

So beautiful, yet so dangerous, the Salmon River Falls in Oswego County is another scenic spot with an infamous reputation. Over the past 20 years, at least five people have died in the 33-meter waterfall. Many locals consider this place dangerous.

Newburgh

Newburgh seems to be forever at the top of our lists when it comes to dangerous places. City Newburgh is a mesmerizing place during the daytime. While the area has a lot to offer and is loved by many, it also has some disturbing statistics that are a little unsettling. According to the findings, only 8% of American cities are safer than Newburgh!

The high peaks of the Adirondacks

It cannot be reduced to one Adirondack Mountain, because many of the High Peaks have their own dangers and difficulties. Especially during the winter months. When taking on the task of trekking into any of our highest mountains, special care must be taken. If you've ever hiked one of the 46 highest mountains in the region, then you know how harsh the weather can be. Even if you explore these trails during our warmer months, you shouldn't be too surprised to find snow-capped mountains surrounding the peaks or dangerously slippery trails leading up to the summit.

Broadway New York

Another place where you should be careful while traveling is the 50 km road that goes through Manhattan, the Bronx and beyond from Yonkers. From 2008 to 2010, 19 pedestrians were killed on a 13-kilometer section of Manhattan's Broadway. Wasn't the number 13 supposed to be unlucky? Another part of Broadway that you should avoid is the 3.5 km stretch that runs through the Bronx. It is notorious for the significant number of pedestrian deaths in recent years.

Reserve "Plotter Kill"

The 255 hectare nature reserve, which is a real gem of Schenectady County, has long been considered quite dangerous. A few years ago, the county decided to do something about the reserve's safety issues and announced that it would receive a $600 safety upgrade for trail improvements. The problem with this park is that many "unofficial trails" have been created over the years by those who have explored the area, taking uninformed visitors off the designated trails and into dangerous places you would normally want to avoid.

Address: Kaaterskill Falls, Hunter, NY 12436, USA

Address: Salmon River Falls, Orwell, NY 13302, USA

Address: Newburgh, NY 12550, USA

Address: Canajoharie Falls, Canajoharie, NY 13317, USA

Address: The Plotter Kill Preserve, Mariaville Rd, Rotterdam, NY 12306, USA