Waterfall Hikes Near Plattsburgh West, NY

1,307 residents
New York Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Plattsburgh West? There are 33 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Plattsburgh West. 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 44.6837°N, -73.5037°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Plattsburgh West

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

32 of 33 gauged

32 waterfalls near Plattsburgh West have live flow data today

Alice Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Artists Falls Low Beaver Meadows Falls Low Bushnell Falls Low Fairy Ladder Falls Low Hanging Spear Falls Low Indian Falls Low Linsey Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rocky Falls Low The Falls Low Bingham Falls Barely Flowing Bingham Falls Barely Flowing Bolton Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Split Rock Falls Barely Flowing 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 High Falls Low Highgate Falls Barely Flowing Huntington Falls Barely Flowing Kent Falls Moderate Moss Glen Falls Barely Flowing Winooski Falls Barely Flowing Wanika Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 87°F

Mon 87°F Sunny Best
Tue 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 95°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 92°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Plattsburgh West

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Kent Falls Moderate · 1570 cfs 25th percentile
  2. 2 Rainbow Falls Low · 65 cfs 24th percentile
  3. 3 Alice Falls Low · 65 cfs 24th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Low · 124 cfs 18th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Low · 0 cfs 15th percentile
  6. 6 Rocky Falls Low · 0 cfs 15th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Plattsburgh West (7 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

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

High Falls

29.6 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Plattsburgh West (22 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

9.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alice Falls waterfall CC

Alice Falls

9.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

13.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Winooski Falls waterfall

Winooski Falls

23.1 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Plattsburgh West

Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

5.1 miles away
New York
Easy
0.7 miles 150 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

9.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alice Falls waterfall CC

Alice Falls

9.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

13.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Winooski Falls waterfall

Winooski Falls

23.1 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

The Flume Fall

29.7 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Highgate Falls waterfall

Highgate Falls

Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

32 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Clifford Falls waterfall

Clifford Falls

33.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Split Rock Falls waterfall

Split Rock Falls

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

Hulls Falls

34.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Phelps Falls waterfall

Phelps Falls

35 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Monument Falls waterfall

Monument Falls

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

High Falls

33 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bingham Falls waterfall

Bingham Falls

Vermont
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Russell Falls waterfall

Russell Falls

37.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bingham Falls waterfall

Bingham Falls

Vermont
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Artists Falls waterfall

Artists Falls

40.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Meadows Falls waterfall

Beaver Meadows Falls

40.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Plattsburgh West

Are there free waterfalls near Plattsburgh West?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Plattsburgh West, including Alice Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Plattsburgh West?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Plattsburgh West, including Bingham Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Plattsburgh West?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Plattsburgh West, including Alice Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Plattsburgh West?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Plattsburgh West, including Alice Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Plattsburgh West?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Plattsburgh West, including Bingham Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Plattsburgh West?

The shortest waterfall hike near Plattsburgh West is Alice Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Plattsburgh West?

The tallest waterfall near Plattsburgh West is Kent Falls at 250 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Plattsburgh West require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Plattsburgh West?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Plattsburgh West have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Plattsburgh West?

The closest waterfall to Plattsburgh West is Kent Falls, approximately 5.1 miles away.

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