Waterfall Hikes Near Lyon Mountain, NY

250 residents
New_York Time Zone
43 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lyon Mountain? There are 43 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lyon Mountain. 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 44.7253°N, -73.8831°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lyon Mountain

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

42 of 43 gauged

15 of 42 waterfalls near Lyon Mountain are flowing strongly today

Alice Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Allen Falls Strong Bruner Falls Strong High Falls Strong Kingsley Falls Strong Sylvan 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 Lower Falls Low Raquette Falls Low Upper Falls Low Brasher 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 Five Falls (historical) Moderate Gain Twist Falls (historical) Moderate Little Falls (historical) Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate High Falls Strong Highgate Falls Moderate Kent Falls Strong Millers Falls Strong Ord Falls Strong Wanika Falls Strong Winooski Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 60°F

Sun 60°F Sunny Best
Mon 73°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 73°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 65°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 47°F Partly Sunny
Fri 53°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 56°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lyon Mountain (3 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.

Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

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

High Falls

33.7 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
The Flume Fall waterfall

The Flume Fall

14.3 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lyon Mountain (22 waterfalls)

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

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Monument Falls

9.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 43 Waterfalls Near Lyon Mountain

Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

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

High Falls

33.7 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

28.8 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
The Flume Fall waterfall

The Flume Fall

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

Monument Falls

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

Clifford Falls

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

Hulls Falls

18.6 miles away
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
Alice Falls waterfall

Alice Falls

New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bushnell Falls

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

Phelps Falls

21.1 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Rocky Falls

13.1 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
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
Wanika Falls waterfall

Wanika Falls

3.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lyon Mountain

Are there free waterfalls near Lyon Mountain?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Lyon Mountain, including Alice Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lyon Mountain?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Lyon Mountain, including High Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lyon Mountain?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lyon Mountain, including Alice Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lyon Mountain?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lyon Mountain, including Alice Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lyon Mountain?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Lyon Mountain, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lyon Mountain?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lyon Mountain is Alice Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lyon Mountain?

The tallest waterfall near Lyon Mountain is Kent Falls at 250 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Lyon Mountain require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Lyon Mountain?

The closest waterfall to Lyon Mountain is Kent Falls, approximately 13.0 miles away.

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