Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Placid, NY
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Placid? Luckily, there are 54 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Placid, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Placid
Find waterfalls to hike near Lake Placid
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Placid (23 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.

Monument Falls
33.2 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Rocky Falls
70.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Placid (30 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Monument Falls
33.2 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Rocky Falls
70.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

High Falls
24.2 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Lake Placid With Waterfalls

Monument Falls
33.2 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Rocky Falls
70.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Wanika Falls
50.1 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 12.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Clifford Falls
34.2 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

High Falls
24.2 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Hanging Spear Falls
66.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Hard
Trail Length: 10.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 1 ft

Indian Falls
36.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 700 ft

The Flume Fall
30.6 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Hulls Falls
36.1 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Bushnell Falls
34.6 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 6.8 miles
Elevation Gain: 700 ft

Phelps Falls
55.2 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Beaver Meadows Falls
32.6 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Rainbow Falls
33.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Russell Falls
52.2 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Artists Falls
32.4 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Fairy Ladder Falls
16 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

The Falls
58.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Millers Falls
14 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Lower Falls
16.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Raquette Falls
17 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 9.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft