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

Today's Conditions

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 Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Artists Falls Strong Beaver Meadows Falls Strong Bushnell Falls Strong Fairy Ladder Falls Strong Hanging Spear Falls Strong Indian Falls Strong Linsey Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Rocky Falls Strong The Falls Strong Auger Falls Barely Flowing Austin Falls Barely Flowing Christine Falls Barely Flowing Bailey Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Lana Barely Flowing Bakers Falls Barely Flowing Bog River Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Raquette Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Kane Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Split Rock Falls Low Center Rutland Falls Low Sutherland Falls Low Clifford Falls Low High Falls Low Hulls Falls Low Monument Falls Low Phelps Falls Low Russell Falls Low The Flume Fall Low Eggleston Falls Moderate Huntington Falls Barely Flowing Millers Falls Low Ord Falls Low Wanika Falls Low Moss Glen Falls Low Texas Falls Low Touey Falls Roaring Spier Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 93°F

Wed 93°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 96°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 93°F Sunny Best
Ind 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Schroon Lake

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Touey Falls Roaring · 0 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Indian Falls Strong · 0 cfs 78th percentile
  3. 3 Artists Falls Strong · 0 cfs 78th percentile
  4. 4 Rocky Falls Strong · 0 cfs 78th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Strong · 0 cfs 78th percentile
  6. 6 The Falls Strong · 0 cfs 78th percentile

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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 waterfall

Artists Falls

40.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Russell Falls waterfall

Russell Falls

37.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 45 Waterfalls Near Schroon Lake

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Wanika Falls

27.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kane Falls waterfall

Kane Falls

23.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Millers Falls waterfall

Millers Falls

29.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Lana waterfall

Falls of Lana

Vermont
Moderate
1.4 miles 300 ft
Bakers Falls waterfall CC

Bakers Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

20 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall

Huntington Falls

Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Eggleston Falls waterfall

Eggleston Falls

23 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Austin Falls waterfall

Austin Falls

31.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Auger Falls waterfall

Auger Falls

28.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Christine Falls

32.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Raquette Falls waterfall

Raquette Falls

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

Lower Falls

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

Upper Falls

36.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bailey Falls

32 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sutherland Falls waterfall

Sutherland Falls

43.4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Texas Falls waterfall

Texas Falls

30.6 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Center Rutland Falls waterfall CC

Center Rutland Falls

43.4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

13.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 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 1.0 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 miles away.

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