High Falls (Main)

High Falls (Main) is a waterfall in New York, about 7 miles from Lake Placid. There are 8 other named waterfalls within 20 miles.

A fee is required to view this waterfall.Description from OpenStreetMap

Location	Near Lake Placid, New York Directions

Mapped by OpenStreetMap volunteers. Most waterfall injuries happen off-trail, so stick to the marked path.

For the trail to the falls

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More waterfalls nearby

High Falls (Mini) near Lake Placid · 1 mi Directions
High Falls (Rainbow) near Lake Placid · 1 mi Directions
High Falls (Climax) near Lake Placid · 1 mi Directions
Upper Stag Brook Falls near Lake Placid · 1 mi Directions
Lower Stag Brook Falls near Lake Placid · 1 mi Directions
The Flume Fall near Lake Placid · 2 mi Directions
Flume Falls near Lake Placid · 2 mi Directions
Monument Falls near Lake Placid · 3 mi Directions

All waterfalls near Lake Placid

Frequently asked questions

How do I get to High Falls (Main)?

In New York, about 7 miles from Lake Placid, at 44.3483, -73.8748. The route ends as close as roads get; in New York that can still mean a hike.

What other waterfalls are near High Falls (Main)?

High Falls (Mini) (1 mi), High Falls (Rainbow) (1 mi), High Falls (Climax) (1 mi) and Upper Stag Brook Falls (1 mi).