Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Placid, NY

2,280 residents
New_York Time Zone
50 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Placid? There are 50 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Placid. 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 44.2838°N, -73.9853°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Placid

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

49 of 50 gauged

14 of 49 waterfalls near Lake Placid are flowing strongly today

Alice Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Artists Falls Moderate Beaver Meadows Falls Moderate Bushnell Falls Moderate Fairy Ladder Falls Moderate Hanging Spear Falls Moderate Indian Falls Moderate Linsey Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rocky Falls Moderate The Falls Moderate Augerhole Falls Low Bog River Falls Low Jamestown Falls Low Lower Falls Low Moody Falls Low Raquette Falls Low Upper Falls Low Bruner Falls Strong High Falls Strong Kingsley Falls Strong Sylvan Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Split Rock Falls Strong Clifford Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Hulls Falls Moderate Monument Falls Moderate Phelps Falls Moderate Russell Falls Moderate The Flume Fall Moderate Copper Rock Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Five Falls (historical) Moderate Gain Twist Falls (historical) Moderate Little Falls (historical) Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Three Falls Moderate Stark Falls Moderate High Falls Strong Huntington Falls Moderate Kent Falls Strong Millers Falls Strong Ord Falls Strong Wanika Falls Strong Winooski Falls Moderate Touey Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 61°F

Sun 70°F Sunny
Mon 80°F Partly Sunny
Tue 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 73°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 56°F Partly Sunny
Fri 61°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 64°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Placid (4 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Placid (28 waterfalls)

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

Monument Falls waterfall

Monument Falls

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

Rocky Falls

13.1 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 50 Waterfalls Near Lake Placid

Little Falls (historical) waterfall

Little Falls (historical)

16.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall

Huntington Falls

9.6 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Winooski Falls waterfall

Winooski Falls

19.1 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sylvan Falls

14.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Touey Falls

41.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gain Twist Falls (historical)

7.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

7.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Five Falls (historical) waterfall

Five Falls (historical)

4.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Three Falls waterfall

Three Falls

16.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

41.8 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Placid

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Placid?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Lake Placid, including Alice Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Placid?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Lake Placid, including High Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Placid?

There are 28 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Placid, including Alice Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Placid?

There are 31 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Placid, including Alice Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lake Placid?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Lake Placid, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Placid?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lake Placid is Alice Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Placid?

The tallest waterfall near Lake Placid is Kent Falls at 250 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Lake Placid require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Lake Placid requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Placid?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Lake Placid has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Placid?

The closest waterfall to Lake Placid is Monument Falls, approximately 4.3 miles away.

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