Waterfall Hikes Near Au Sable Forks, NY

590 residents
New_York Time Zone
38 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Au Sable Forks? There are 38 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Au Sable Forks. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 44.4507°N, -73.6738°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Au Sable Forks

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 38 gauged

25 of 37 waterfalls near Au Sable Forks are flowing strongly today

Alice Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Artists Falls Strong Beaver Meadows Falls Strong Bushnell Falls Strong Fairy Ladder Falls Strong Hanging Spear Falls Strong Indian Falls Strong Linsey Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Rocky Falls Strong The Falls Strong Augerhole Falls Low Lower Falls Low Raquette Falls Low Upper Falls Low Bingham Falls Roaring Bingham Falls Roaring Bolton Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Moderate Split Rock Falls Moderate Clifford Falls Strong High Falls Strong Hulls Falls Strong Monument Falls Strong Phelps Falls Strong Russell Falls Strong The Flume Fall Strong High Falls Moderate High Falls Strong Huntington Falls Strong Kent Falls Moderate Millers Falls Moderate Ord Falls Moderate Wanika Falls Moderate Moretown Falls Roaring Winooski Falls Moderate

Updated 18 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 53°F Rain Showers
Fri 66°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 79°F Sunny
Sun 77°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Mon 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 81°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Au Sable Forks (6 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

The Flume Fall waterfall

The Flume Fall

14.3 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Au Sable Forks (25 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

28.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Alice Falls waterfall

Alice Falls

New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

12.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

12 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft

All 38 Waterfalls Near Au Sable Forks

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

28.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
The Flume Fall waterfall

The Flume Fall

14.3 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Alice Falls waterfall

Alice Falls

New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

12.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

12 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Clifford Falls waterfall

Clifford Falls

15.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

27.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.7 miles 150 ft
Hulls Falls waterfall

Hulls Falls

18.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Phelps Falls waterfall

Phelps Falls

21.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Split Rock Falls waterfall

Split Rock Falls

21.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Monument Falls waterfall

Monument Falls

9.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Russell Falls waterfall

Russell Falls

27.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Artists Falls waterfall

Artists Falls

27.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Meadows Falls waterfall

Beaver Meadows Falls

22.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

23.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Winooski Falls waterfall

Winooski Falls

19.1 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fairy Ladder Falls waterfall

Fairy Ladder Falls

29.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bushnell Falls

19.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.8 miles 700 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

31.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Falls waterfall

Indian Falls

17.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
4.5 miles 700 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Au Sable Forks

Are there free waterfalls near Au Sable Forks?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Au Sable Forks, including Alice Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Au Sable Forks?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Au Sable Forks, including Bingham Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Au Sable Forks?

There are 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Au Sable Forks, including Alice Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Au Sable Forks?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Au Sable Forks, including Alice Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Au Sable Forks?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Au Sable Forks, including Bingham Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Au Sable Forks?

The shortest waterfall hike near Au Sable Forks is Alice Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Au Sable Forks?

The tallest waterfall near Au Sable Forks is Kent Falls at 250 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Au Sable Forks require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Au Sable Forks requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Au Sable Forks?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Au Sable Forks has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Au Sable Forks?

The closest waterfall to Au Sable Forks is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 10.8 miles away.

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