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Rainbow Falls

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Rainbow Falls

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Adirondack Park

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    June 8, 2022

    Hiking

    The waterfall gets its name from the rainbow that often appears when the sun hits the cliff. It's beautiful!

    September 8, 2023

    Hiking

    You're standing right next to the waterfall - the little detour is definitely worth it! However, the path back on this side of the river was very little used and heavily populated by mosquitoes, so the other side (via the gravel road) is more recommended.
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    1. Indian Head Loop — Adirondack Park

    17.9km

    05:32

    570m

    570m

    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Elevation 660 m

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