Waterfall Hikes Near Star Lake, NY

649 residents
New York Time Zone
85 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Star Lake? There are 85 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

85 of 85 gauged

18 of 85 waterfalls near Star Lake are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Sat 71°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 74°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 71°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 75°F Sunny
Wed 75°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 70°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 71°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Star Lake

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Ferguson Waterfall Roaring · 30 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Hazleton Falls Roaring · 133 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Fullerville Falls Roaring · 133 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Emeryville Falls Roaring · 133 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Jacksons Falls Strong · 516 cfs 83rd percentile
  6. 6 Harts Falls Strong · 516 cfs 83rd 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

5.4 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Star Lake (46 waterfalls)

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

Browns Falls waterfall

Browns Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

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

Twin Falls

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

Greenwood Falls

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

Flat Rock Falls

3.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 85 Waterfalls Near Star Lake

Limekiln Falls waterfall

Limekiln Falls

30.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Coopers Falls waterfall

Coopers Falls

25.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

36.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

36.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Raquette Falls waterfall

Raquette Falls

0.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
9.0 miles 500 ft

Shingle Mill Falls

13.2 miles away
New York
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Allen Falls waterfall

Allen Falls

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

High Falls

22.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rensselaer Falls waterfall

Rensselaer Falls

15.5 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Bruner Falls

22.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Augerhole Falls

23 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sylvan Falls

2.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kingsley Falls

12.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Eatonville Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

29.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Pleasant Creek Falls waterfall

Pleasant Creek Falls

19.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Singing Waters Falls

3.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kings Falls waterfall

Kings Falls

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

Millers Falls

29.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Agers Falls waterfall

Agers Falls

2.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Star Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Star Lake?

There are 42 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 46 dog-friendly waterfalls near Star Lake, including Agers Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Star Lake?

There are 52 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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