Enders Falls

There are a number of trails off from the parking lot heading down towards Enders Brook.  They all converge on the new graded gravel path. Heading upstream leads to a short spur which heads off along a flat section of Enders Brook.

Purple Blaze – 0.5 miles

• Following the gravel path downstream soon leads to the newly improved steps.  An easy path with a mix of stone steps and wood rail fencing travels the steep sides of the ravine that comprises the series of falls. The trail is well constructed, providing a safe and easy way to view a couple of the falls and just enough access for those who are more adventurous and want to see all the falls.
• A small viewing platform provides a good view of the 2nd waterfall and cliff area though you’ll have to through the fence now to see the first waterfall.
• A long stretch of stone steps loops back to the gravel path and the parking area for a total distance of about a half mile.

Enders State Forest

At 2,103 acres Enders State Forest is massive and the main falls area is only a small fraction.  I haven’t found any trail maps for the area so I did some exploring after visiting the falls.  Enders Road was open to cars in 2016, but now has barriers at Rt. 219 so I parked and hiked about a half mile in.  The road is slowly being reclaimed by nature and was lined with gorgeous fall foliage as I crossed an old wooden bridge.  Unfortunately it had started to rain on my visit so I didn’t get to explore as much as I would have liked.

I also drove over to Fox Rd, which is the access point for the newest parcel added to the forest.  There was a small lot before a gate.  Since it was raining I didn’t even bother getting out of the car here.  This is also the one area of the forest that allows archery deer hunting so I can’t quite recommend it as a hiking start.