Waterfall Hikes Near Schroon Lake, NY

926 residents

New_York Time Zone

45 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Schroon Lake? There are 45 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Schroon 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 43.8345°N, -73.7647°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Schroon Lake

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Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

45 of 45 gauged

11 of 45 waterfalls near Schroon Lake are flowing strongly today

Alice Falls Strong Rainbow 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 Auger Falls Moderate Austin Falls Moderate Christine Falls Moderate Bailey Falls Roaring Falls of Lana Roaring Bakers Falls Low Bog River Falls Low Lower Falls Low Raquette Falls Low Upper Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Kane Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Strong Split Rock Falls Strong Center Rutland Falls Moderate Sutherland Falls Moderate Clifford Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Hulls Falls Moderate Monument Falls Moderate Phelps Falls Moderate Russell Falls Moderate The Flume Fall Moderate Eggleston Falls Moderate Huntington Falls Moderate Millers Falls Strong Ord Falls Strong Wanika Falls Strong Moss Glen Falls Moderate Texas Falls Moderate Touey Falls Moderate Spier Falls Roaring

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Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 66°F

Sun 78°F Sunny

Mon 82°F Partly Sunny

Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 63°F Partly Sunny

Fri 66°F Mostly Sunny Best

Sat 68°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Schroon Lake (1 waterfall)

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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Schroon Lake (28 waterfalls)

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

Artists Falls

27.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Russell Falls

27.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 45 Waterfalls Near Schroon Lake

Linsey Falls

48.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

The Falls

31.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Fairy Ladder Falls

29.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Artists Falls

27.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Russell Falls

27.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rainbow Falls

23.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Beaver Meadows Falls

22.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

3.5 miles 500 ft

Phelps Falls

21.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Split Rock Falls

21.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bushnell Falls

19.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

6.8 miles 700 ft

Hulls Falls

18.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Ord Falls

21.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Indian Falls

17.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

4.5 miles 700 ft

Hanging Spear Falls

41.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Clifford Falls

15.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rocky Falls

13.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

39.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

The Flume Fall

14.3 miles away

New York

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

Spier Falls

18.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Monument Falls

9.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Schroon Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Schroon Lake?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Schroon Lake, including Alice Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Schroon Lake?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Schroon Lake, including The Flume Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Schroon Lake?

There are 28 dog-friendly waterfalls near Schroon Lake, including Alice Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Schroon Lake?

There are 31 kid-friendly waterfalls near Schroon Lake, including Alice Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Schroon Lake?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Schroon Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Schroon Lake is Alice Falls at 1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Schroon Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Schroon Lake is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Schroon Lake require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Schroon Lake?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Schroon Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Schroon Lake?

The closest waterfall to Schroon Lake is Linsey Falls, approximately 6.0 miles away.

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