Waterfall Hikes Near Star Lake, NY

649 residents
New York Time Zone
73 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Star Lake? There are 73 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Star 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 44.1613°N, -75.0363°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Star Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

73 of 73 gauged

12 of 73 waterfalls near Star Lake are flowing strongly today

Agers Falls Strong Lyons Falls Strong Allen Falls Moderate Bruner Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Kingsley Falls Moderate Sylvan Falls Moderate Augerhole Falls Barely Flowing Bog River Falls Barely Flowing Jamestown Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Moody Falls Barely Flowing Raquette Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Basford Falls Moderate Browns Falls Moderate Copper Rock Falls Moderate Flat Rock Falls Moderate Greenwood Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Madison Chute Moderate Newton Falls Moderate Plumb Brook Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Dam Falls Moderate Sinclair Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Sliding Falls Moderate Beaver Falls Barely Flowing Burrville Cider Mill Falls Barely Flowing Butternut Falls Barely Flowing Childs Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Pleasant Creek Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Brasher Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Coopers Falls Barely Flowing Harts Falls Barely Flowing Jacksons Falls Barely Flowing Rensselaer Falls Barely Flowing Rushton Falls Barely Flowing Crandall Falls Strong Dicob Falls Strong Eagle Falls Strong Elmer Falls Strong High Falls Strong Jerden Falls Strong Kings Falls Strong Eatonville Falls Moderate Shingle Mill Falls Moderate Singing Waters Falls Moderate Whitaker Falls Moderate Emeryville Falls Low Fullerville Falls Low Hazleton Falls Low Five Falls (historical) Moderate Gain Twist Falls (historical) Moderate Harper Falls Moderate Higley Falls Moderate Lampsons Falls Moderate Little Falls (historical) Moderate Pelkys Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Three Falls Moderate Stark Falls Moderate Limekiln Falls Roaring Millers Falls Barely Flowing Ord Falls Barely Flowing Wanika Falls Barely Flowing Touey Falls Roaring Ferguson Waterfall Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Chance Rain Showers · 79°F

Wed 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 89°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 85°F Chance Rain Showers
Ind 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 79°F Chance Rain Showers Best
Tue 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Star Lake

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Touey Falls Roaring · 0 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Limekiln Falls Roaring · 0 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Crandall Falls Strong · 19 cfs 82nd percentile
  4. 4 Ferguson Waterfall Strong · 13 cfs 81st percentile
  5. 5 Kings Falls Strong · 544 cfs 76th percentile
  6. 6 Jerden Falls Strong · 544 cfs 76th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Star Lake (6 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.

Newton Falls waterfall

Newton Falls

26.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Star Lake (39 waterfalls)

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

Browns Falls waterfall

Browns Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

0.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

1.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Greenwood Falls waterfall

Greenwood Falls

30.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Flat Rock Falls waterfall

Flat Rock Falls

18.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 73 Waterfalls Near Star Lake

Browns Falls waterfall

Browns Falls

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

Newton Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

0.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

1.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Greenwood Falls waterfall

Greenwood Falls

30.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Flat Rock Falls waterfall

Flat Rock Falls

18.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sinclair Falls waterfall

Sinclair Falls

17.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Copper Rock Falls waterfall

Copper Rock Falls

3.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Madison Chute

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Basford Falls

17.5 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
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
Lampsons Falls waterfall

Lampsons Falls

20.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pelkys Falls

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

Harper Falls

1.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Plumb Brook Falls

16.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hazleton Falls

28.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fullerville Falls

27.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

31.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Star Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Star Lake?

There are 35 free waterfalls near Star Lake, including Agers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Star Lake?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Star Lake, including Ferguson Waterfall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Star Lake?

There are 39 dog-friendly waterfalls near Star Lake, including Agers Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Star Lake?

There are 43 kid-friendly waterfalls near Star Lake, including Agers Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Star Lake?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Star Lake, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Star Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Star Lake is Agers Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Star Lake?

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

Do any waterfalls near Star Lake require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Star Lake?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Star Lake has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Star Lake?

The closest waterfall to Star Lake is Browns Falls, approximately 3.1 miles away.

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