The Top 7 Waterfalls in Essex County
However you get there, waterfalls are breathtaking places, and you have 7
beautiful waterfalls to choose from in Essex County. So you can better figure out which one to visit on your next trip outdoors, see photos and tips of each waterfall below — and easily plan your next adventure!
beautiful waterfalls to choose from in Essex County. So you can better figure out which one to visit on your next trip outdoors, see photos and tips of each waterfall below — and easily plan your next adventure!
Last updated: October 1, 2025
The waterfall gets its name from the rainbow that often appears when the sun hits the cliff. It's beautiful!
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This is a popular destination for those visiting the area, and to help regulate numbers a reservation is required to access the trails during the busy season (May 1-October 31). …
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High Falls Gorge Potholes are a geologic highlight within the privately operated High Falls Gorge near Wilmington, New York, just outside the Adirondack High Peaks. Carved over thousands of years …
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These dramatic waterfalls are a great destination in their own right, or as a quick side detour just before or after a longer hike in the Flume trail network.
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Rainbow Falls is a majestic waterfall situated at the head of Ausable Chasm, offering a spectacular sight for visitors. Located near Keeseville, you can enjoy a stunning view of the …
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Cycling by Ausable Chasm offers a unique experience through a sandstone gorge carved over millions of years. The Ausable River, spanning one mile to Lake Champlain, has formed caves and …
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Tumbling 290 feet down from Giant Mountain, Roaring Brook Falls is one of the tallest waterfalls in the Ausable River watershed. While you can see it from the road, its …
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