Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Placid, NY

2,280 residents
New York Time Zone
57 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Placid? There are 57 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Placid. 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 44.2838°N, -73.9853°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Placid

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

56 of 57 gauged

56 waterfalls near Lake Placid have live flow data today

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Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 71°F

Lab 70°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 70°F Partly Sunny
Wed 70°F Rain Showers Likely
Thu 69°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 63°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 71°F Sunny Best
Sun 71°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Lake Placid

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Winooski Falls Strong · 250 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Stark Falls Moderate · 754 cfs 65th percentile
  3. 3 Three Falls Moderate · 754 cfs 65th percentile
  4. 4 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 754 cfs 65th percentile
  5. 5 Five Falls (historical) Moderate · 754 cfs 65th percentile
  6. 6 Little Falls (historical) Moderate · 754 cfs 65th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Placid (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Placid (33 waterfalls)

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

Monument Falls waterfall

Monument Falls

30.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rocky Falls waterfall

Rocky Falls

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

High Falls

36.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft

All 57 Waterfalls Near Lake Placid

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

24.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Split Rock Falls waterfall

Split Rock Falls

39.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ord Falls

19.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Linsey Falls

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

High Falls

31 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Augerhole Falls

11.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bog River Falls waterfall

Bog River Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Moody Falls waterfall

Moody Falls

0.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jamestown Falls waterfall

Jamestown Falls

11.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alice Falls waterfall CC

Alice Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

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

High Falls

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

High Falls

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

Kent Falls

27.9 miles away
New York
Easy
0.7 miles 150 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Stark Falls waterfall

Stark Falls

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

Copper Rock Falls

9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Kingsley Falls

16.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bruner Falls

22.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Placid

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Placid?

There are 22 free waterfalls near Lake Placid, including Alice Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Placid?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Placid?

There are 33 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Placid, including Alice Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Placid?

There are 36 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Placid, including Alice Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lake Placid?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Lake Placid, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Placid?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Placid?

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

Do any waterfalls near Lake Placid require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Placid?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Lake Placid has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Placid?

The closest waterfall to Lake Placid is Monument Falls, approximately 4.3 miles away.

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