Waterfall Hikes Near Otter Lake, NY

88 residents
New_York Time Zone
48 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Otter Lake? There are 48 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Otter Lake. 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 43.5942°N, -75.1159°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Otter Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

48 of 48 gauged

10 of 48 waterfalls near Otter Lake are flowing strongly today

Agers Falls Moderate Lyons Falls Moderate Pixley Falls Moderate Auger Falls Moderate Austin Falls Moderate Christine Falls Moderate Basford Falls Moderate Browns Falls Moderate Copper Rock Falls Moderate Flat Rock Falls Moderate Greenwood Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Madison Chute Moderate Newton Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Dam Falls Moderate Sinclair Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Sliding Falls Moderate Burrville Cider Mill Falls Low Butternut Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Crandall Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Lower High Falls Roaring Mill Dam Falls Roaring Sherman Falls Roaring Upper High Falls Roaring Trenton Falls Roaring Dicob Falls Moderate Eagle Falls Moderate Elmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Jerden Falls Moderate Kings Falls Moderate Eatonville Falls Moderate Shingle Mill Falls Moderate Singing Waters Falls Moderate Whitaker Falls Moderate Emeryville Falls Moderate Fullerville Falls Moderate Hazleton Falls Moderate Limekiln Falls Moderate Mad River Falls Roaring Salmon River Falls Strong Touey Falls Moderate T Lake Falls Roaring

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Tod 57°F Patchy Fog then Chance Rain Showers
Fri 63°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 73°F Sunny
Sun 73°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 72°F Chance Rain Showers

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Otter Lake hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Find waterfalls to hike near Otter Lake

Have your own travel site? Embed these waterfalls for free.

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Otter Lake (5 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.

Shingle Mill Falls waterfall

Shingle Mill Falls

18.7 miles away
New York
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Otter Lake (33 waterfalls)

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

Agers Falls waterfall

Agers Falls

New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crandall Falls waterfall

Crandall Falls

48.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lyons Falls waterfall

Lyons Falls

32.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Limekiln Falls waterfall

Limekiln Falls

35.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 48 Waterfalls Near Otter Lake

Agers Falls waterfall

Agers Falls

New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crandall Falls waterfall

Crandall Falls

48.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lyons Falls waterfall

Lyons Falls

32.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Singing Waters Falls

32.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Limekiln Falls waterfall

Limekiln Falls

35.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shingle Mill Falls waterfall

Shingle Mill Falls

18.7 miles away
New York
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Eatonville Falls waterfall

Eatonville Falls

34.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mill Dam Falls waterfall

Mill Dam Falls

24.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Trenton Falls waterfall

Trenton Falls

24.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper High Falls waterfall

Upper High Falls

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

High Falls

33.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower High Falls waterfall

Lower High Falls

0 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sherman Falls waterfall

Sherman Falls

0.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

19.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Pixley Falls waterfall

Pixley Falls

31.1 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

Dicob Falls

31.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whitaker Falls waterfall

Whitaker Falls

32.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Elmer Falls waterfall

Elmer Falls

27.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
T Lake Falls waterfall

T Lake Falls

New York
Hard
10.0 miles 1,500 ft
Sliding Falls waterfall

Sliding Falls

11.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Otter Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Otter Lake?

There are 29 free waterfalls near Otter Lake, including Agers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Otter Lake?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Otter Lake, including High Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Otter Lake?

There are 33 dog-friendly waterfalls near Otter Lake, including Agers Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Otter Lake?

There are 35 kid-friendly waterfalls near Otter Lake, including Agers Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Otter Lake?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Otter Lake, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Otter Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Otter Lake is Agers Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Otter Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Otter Lake is T Lake Falls at 600 feet.

What is the closest waterfall to Otter Lake?

The closest waterfall to Otter Lake is Agers Falls, approximately 9.7 miles away.

🏙️ Other Cities Near Otter Lake With Waterfalls

Utica, NY
116,766 residents
Rome, NY
32,031 residents
Oneida, NY
10,326 residents
Fort Drum, NY
16,298 residents
Watertown, NY
24,859 residents
Oneonta, NY
14,097 residents
Gloversville, NY
15,113 residents
Oswego, NY
17,092 residents
De Witt, NY
11,261 residents
Fulton, NY
11,381 residents
Syracuse, NY
410,732 residents
Amsterdam, NY
18,244 residents

Where to Stay

Hotels & Lodges Booking.com

Find hotels, lodges, and B&Bs near the trailhead
Cabins & Rentals VRBO

Browse vacation cabins and private rentals nearby
Glamping Hipcamp

Unique outdoor stays — tents, yurts, and treehouses
RV Rentals Outdoorsy

Rent a campervan or RV for your waterfall road trip

Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.