Waterfall Hikes Near Highland-on-the-Lake, NY

3,809 residents
New York Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Highland-on-the-Lake? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Highland-on-the-Lake. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 42.7012°N, -78.9819°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Highland-on-the-Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

30 of 34 gauged

10 of 30 waterfalls near Highland-on-the-Lake are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Arkwright Falls Barely Flowing Shumla Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Stoney Pitcher Falls Barely Flowing Lower Ball's Falls Moderate Upper Ball's Falls Moderate West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls Moderate Louth Falls Moderate Quarry Springs Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Thirty Road Falls Moderate Lower Beamer Falls Moderate Beamer's Falls Moderate Konkle Falls Moderate Decew Falls Strong Terrace Falls Strong Lower Decew Falls Strong Lower Rockway Falls Strong Rockway Falls Strong Swayze Falls Strong Scout Falls Strong North Eller Falls Strong Effingham Falls Strong Lower Scout Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 86°F

Wed 83°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 86°F Sunny Best
Fri 83°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 80°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Highland-on-the-Lake

Updated about 4 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Lower Scout Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Effingham Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 North Eller Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  4. 4 Scout Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  5. 5 Swayze Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Rockway Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Highland-on-the-Lake (15 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.

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

22.9 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

36.9 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

23 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

23 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
American Falls waterfall

American Falls

23.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Highland-on-the-Lake

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

22.9 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

36.9 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

23 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

23 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
American Falls waterfall

American Falls

23.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

20.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

24 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Arkwright Falls waterfall

Arkwright Falls

16.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stoney Pitcher Falls waterfall CC

Stoney Pitcher Falls

36.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Shumla Falls

28.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
North Eller Falls waterfall

North Eller Falls

52.2 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
4.0 km 61 m
Terrace Falls waterfall

Terrace Falls

52.3 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
4.0 km Unknown
Scout Falls waterfall

Scout Falls

52.4 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Decew Falls waterfall

Decew Falls

51.4 km away
Ontario
Moderate
1.6 km 46 m
Lower Scout Falls waterfall

Lower Scout Falls

52.5 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Lower Decew Falls waterfall

Lower Decew Falls

51.6 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
3.2 km 73 m
Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

48.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Swayze Falls waterfall

Swayze Falls

53.6 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
6.6 km 104 m
Effingham Falls waterfall

Effingham Falls

54.2 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
2.4 km Unknown
Rockway Falls waterfall

Rockway Falls

56.4 km away
In Rockway Conservation Area
Ontario
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Highland-on-the-Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Highland-on-the-Lake?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Highland-on-the-Lake, including Arkwright Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Highland-on-the-Lake?

There are 15 easy waterfall hikes near Highland-on-the-Lake, including American Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Highland-on-the-Lake?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Highland-on-the-Lake, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Highland-on-the-Lake?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Highland-on-the-Lake, including American Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Highland-on-the-Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Highland-on-the-Lake is American Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Highland-on-the-Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Highland-on-the-Lake is Bridal Veil Falls at 181 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Highland-on-the-Lake?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Highland-on-the-Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Highland-on-the-Lake?

The closest waterfall to Highland-on-the-Lake is Horseshoe Falls, approximately 22.3 miles away.

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