Waterfall Hikes Near Paul Smiths, NY

616 residents
New York Time Zone
69 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Paul Smiths? There are 69 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Paul Smiths. 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 44.4341°N, -74.2533°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Paul Smiths

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

68 of 69 gauged

68 waterfalls near Paul Smiths have live flow data today

Alice Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Allen Falls Moderate Bruner Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Kingsley Falls Moderate Sylvan Falls Moderate 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 Basford Falls Low Browns Falls Low Copper Rock Falls Low Flat Rock Falls Low High Falls Low Madison Chute Low Newton Falls Low Plumb Brook Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rock Dam Falls Low Sinclair Falls Low Twin Falls Low Sliding Falls Low Brasher Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Split Rock Falls Low Cascade Falls Moderate Harts Falls Moderate Jacksons Falls Moderate Rushton Falls Moderate Clifford Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Hulls Falls Barely Flowing Monument Falls Barely Flowing Phelps Falls Barely Flowing Russell Falls Barely Flowing The Flume Fall Barely Flowing Five Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Gain Twist Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Harper Falls Barely Flowing Higley Falls Barely Flowing Lampsons Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Pelkys Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Three Falls Barely Flowing Stark Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Moderate Kent Falls Moderate Millers Falls Barely Flowing Ord Falls Barely Flowing Wanika Falls Barely Flowing Touey Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 82°F

Tod 78°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Mon 82°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Paul Smiths

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rocky Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 65th percentile
  2. 2 Fairy Ladder Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 65th percentile
  3. 3 Hanging Spear Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 65th percentile
  4. 4 The Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 65th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 65th percentile
  6. 6 Bushnell Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 65th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Paul Smiths (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.

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

29.6 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Paul Smiths (39 waterfalls)

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

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

36.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Raquette Falls waterfall

Raquette Falls

36.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
9.0 miles 500 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

29.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 69 Waterfalls Near Paul Smiths

Newton Falls waterfall

Newton Falls

26.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Browns Falls waterfall

Browns Falls

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

High Falls

38.1 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Linsey Falls

16.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rushton Falls waterfall

Rushton Falls

5.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Madison Chute

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rock Dam Falls waterfall

Rock Dam Falls

33.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sliding Falls waterfall

Sliding Falls

37.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Paul Smiths

Are there free waterfalls near Paul Smiths?

There are 28 free waterfalls near Paul Smiths, including Alice Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Paul Smiths?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Paul Smiths, including High Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Paul Smiths?

There are 39 dog-friendly waterfalls near Paul Smiths, including Alice Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Paul Smiths?

There are 44 kid-friendly waterfalls near Paul Smiths, including Alice Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Paul Smiths?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Paul Smiths, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Paul Smiths?

The shortest waterfall hike near Paul Smiths is Alice Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Paul Smiths?

The tallest waterfall near Paul Smiths is Kent Falls at 250 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Paul Smiths require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Paul Smiths require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

What is the closest waterfall to Paul Smiths?

The closest waterfall to Paul Smiths is Augerhole Falls, approximately 13.1 miles away.

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