Bloomingdale Brook Waterfall Trail is a 1.2 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Troy, New York that features a waterfall and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
This trail is in the NORTHERN set of trails behind WMHT (it is unrelated to the Waterfall Spur Trail also in this park). This trail area traverses a set of cascades and small waterfalls, along with a beautiful 10 foot waterfall. The trail is a loop with significant inclines and declines along with two water crossings which can prove difficult in high water. Much wildlife is in the area including chipmunks, squirrels, and white tailed deer. The loop is well marked with "Red" discs.
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The stream can be difficult to cross at the bottom; as of May 2018 there is a fallen tree BLOCKING the stepping stones across the stream; due to the ravines carved by the water thru the years, it is VERY steep up the walls of the ravine and can be extremely difficult to circumnavigate at that point.
Take I90 to Route 4 (Exit 9) Take Route 4 toward Troy, and the Rensselaer Tech Park (Jordan Road) is on the left. Follow all the way to the end at the circle in front of WMHT Take a left, and parking will be on the right. Follow the mowed grass to the trailhead at the end of the field.
April 13, 2021It was a nicely kept trail with nice little waterfalls. Clean,some dropoffs so tight leash on doggy. About a 10 car lot next to WMHT. Another tick on Enzo so spray yourself tickproof the 4 legged friends and check yourself.
April 8, 2021The grass by the parking are was a little wet and muddy but easily avoidable. The trail was dry and a great walk as always.
April 8, 2021A quick, well-groomed trail with pretty cool views.
March 27, 2021March 20, 2021Shlippity shlopp
February 15, 2021Walked in winter during a light snow fall. Beautiful. Well marked.
February 6, 2021January 22, 2021Great little trail through the woods with several waterfalls along the route.
January 22, 2021Fairly easy with a couple steeper pitches to hike up. Rocks a little slippery with the snow melting.
January 1, 2021muddy
December 28, 2020Nice little walk, when we went it was very muddy but the trail is clear. Walked it during the winter but would like to go back in the summer and then fall. again, easy walk and some interesting views.
November 29, 2020November 20, 2020Wonderful - great small waterfalls.
November 14, 2020it was very steep next to a 100ft drop, I wouldn't recommend it for children or those with vertigo. impossible for strollers
November 9, 2020Trail made for a nice walk through the woods. Definitely lightly trafficked, as it was a beautiful day and not too many people there. There are several waterfalls of varying sizes. Planning on going back in the Spring when water levels are higher. There were definitely a few spots that looked like there should be water but it was dry.
November 7, 2020Definitely moderate, decent inclines and steep drops. If bringing kids, keep them close. We parked at WMHT and picked up the red trail there. Nice loop, took about 30 minutes once we were at the right spot. Initially parked at the children’s museum and followed a different, very overgrown piece of the trail. Had to backtrack and get in the car to go to WHMT.
October 25, 2020October 25, 2020Great trail. Nice views.
October 24, 2020October 24, 2020October 24, 2020October 10, 2020Nice Trail. Starts off easy, then progresses to moderate. Nice cascades. On the way back checked out were a small brook joins with the Bloomingdale brook. There are a few places where it looks like the trail is eroding on the hillside, so be careful.
October 6, 2020Easy hike with beautiful waterfall view. Clearly marked and clean trails. Nice, quick adventure before leaving the Capital Region.
September 23, 2020Nice trail . Very dry now but one small waterfall flowing
September 14, 2020Great trail! Took my two dogs and had a great time. Quick and easy exercise!
September 13, 2020It would have been way better if there was water there but still worth a trip!
September 13, 2020Well kept, great for families and all skill levels
September 12, 2020Well maintained and marked trail. Great for dogs. One steep section to get your heart rate up otherwise very easy. Beautiful waterfall.
