Waterfall Hikes Near Saranac Lake, NY

5,079 residents
New_York Time Zone
62 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Saranac Lake? There are 62 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Saranac 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 44.3252°N, -74.1309°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Saranac Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

61 of 62 gauged

38 of 61 waterfalls near Saranac Lake are flowing strongly today

Alice Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Allen Falls Moderate Bruner Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Kingsley Falls Moderate Sylvan Falls Moderate Artists Falls Roaring Beaver Meadows Falls Roaring Bushnell Falls Roaring Fairy Ladder Falls Roaring Hanging Spear Falls Roaring Indian Falls Roaring Linsey Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Rocky Falls Roaring The Falls Roaring Augerhole Falls Moderate Bog River Falls Moderate Jamestown Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Moody Falls Moderate Raquette Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Basford Falls Roaring Browns Falls Roaring Copper Rock Falls Roaring Flat Rock Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Newton Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Sinclair Falls Roaring Twin Falls Roaring Sliding Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Roaring Split Rock Falls Roaring Clifford Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Hulls Falls Roaring Monument Falls Roaring Phelps Falls Roaring Russell Falls Roaring The Flume Fall Roaring 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 Roaring Kent Falls Roaring Millers Falls Strong Ord Falls Strong Wanika Falls Strong Winooski Falls Roaring Touey Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Tod 63°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 73°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 82°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 74°F Rain Showers Likely
Thu 62°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Saranac 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.

The Flume Fall waterfall

The Flume Fall

14.3 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Saranac Lake (36 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
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Rocky Falls

13.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 62 Waterfalls Near Saranac Lake

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

18.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alice Falls waterfall

Alice Falls

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
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

1.7 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
Sinclair Falls waterfall

Sinclair Falls

6.1 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

Basford Falls

6.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

27.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.7 miles 150 ft

Touey Falls

41.1 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
Newton Falls waterfall

Newton Falls

2.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Pelkys Falls

43 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lampsons Falls waterfall

Lampsons Falls

45.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Higley Falls

19.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Browns Falls waterfall

Browns Falls

42.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harper Falls waterfall

Harper Falls

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

High Falls

41.8 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Allen Falls waterfall

Allen Falls

10.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Saranac Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Saranac Lake?

There are 25 free waterfalls near Saranac Lake, including Alice Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Saranac Lake?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Saranac Lake?

There are 36 dog-friendly waterfalls near Saranac Lake, including Alice Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Saranac Lake?

There are 41 kid-friendly waterfalls near Saranac Lake, including Alice Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Saranac Lake?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Saranac Lake, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Saranac Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Saranac Lake is Alice Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Saranac Lake?

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

Do any waterfalls near Saranac Lake require permits?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Saranac Lake?

The closest waterfall to Saranac Lake is Wanika Falls, approximately 9.3 miles away.

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