Roaring Brook Falls

  • Route 73, Keene Valley

Hike Features

Waterfall

Available parking at and near trailheads is limited and can fill quickly! The Lake Placid Hiker Shuttle offers easy parking at Marcy Field and free transportation to some of the most popular hikes in the high peaks. Visit Lake Placid Hiker Shuttle for additional information and to find the most up-to-date hiker shuttle map and schedule.

Roaring Brook Falls is visible from the road at a pull off, but now you can see it up close via a short hiking trail.

Hiking to Roaring Brook Falls

The 0.3 mile trail to the base of the falls is nearly flat. A trail left at a junction a few yards from the register leads to views from the top of the falls in 0.5 miles. Keep the river to the right and you will arrive at the base of Roaring Brook Falls. Slides from 1963 widened this site to the spectacular look it has today.

Roaring Brook Falls in the winter

The snowshoe to the bottom of the falls is a good option for beginners in the winter, but if you decide to hike around to the top, please use care and don't step on the frozen water or near the edge of the cliff on top. Wear proper traction devices at all times, and be prepared for winter conditions. 

Find your perfect trail near Keene Valley

Does Roaring Brook Falls sound amazing, and you want to add another short hike to your trip? With over 2000 miles of hiking trails in the Adirondacks we are sure we can find the perfect hike for you

How to get there

Route 73, 3.3 miles south of the High Peaks sign in Keene Valley, and 5.6 miles north of the junction of Route 9 & 73 in Underwood.