Lower Ghost (Japanese) Falls
New York · 49-foot drop · Indian Head Wilderness · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Lower Ghost (Japanese) Falls is a waterfall in New York. It drops roughly 49 feet. Access details and conditions have not yet been verified in person by Fallspots — the data on this page comes from OpenStreetMap and USGS GNIS.
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| Waterfall | Distance | Height | Trail | Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Ghost (Japanese) Falls (this page) | — | 49 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Upper Ghost (Japanese) Falls | 0 mi | 43 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Lower Bridal Veil Falls | 0 mi | 33 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Bridal Veil Falls | 0 mi | 66 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Hells Hole Falls | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Plattekill Falls | 0 mi | 75 ft | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about Lower Ghost (Japanese) Falls
Answers built from our structured data. If a question isn't here, the fact is unverified — we'd rather omit than guess.
How tall is Lower Ghost (Japanese) Falls?
Lower Ghost (Japanese) Falls is 49 feet (15 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Lower Ghost (Japanese) Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Lower Ghost (Japanese) Falls is inside Indian Head Wilderness. We inferred this from OpenStreetMap protected-area polygons; if you find we got the boundary wrong, please report it. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.
Can I bring my dog to Lower Ghost (Japanese) Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Indian Head Wilderness permits leashed dogs in most areas). Inferred from park type; check the official site for trail-specific restrictions. Always leash and pack out waste.
Is there a fee to visit Lower Ghost (Japanese) Falls?
No entrance fee. Indian Head Wilderness is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Lower Ghost (Japanese) Falls from a major city?
Lower Ghost (Japanese) Falls is 5 miles from Haines Falls (about 7 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
42.1308, -74.0826
Sources and live status
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Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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