Indian Head and Rainbow Falls Trail
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New York · essex County

Indian Head and Rainbow Falls Trail

Scenic High Peaks route with iconic overlook and waterfall features.

Rating
Length
10.0 mi
Difficulty
6
County
essex

About This Trail

A 10.9-mile loop near Keene with 1,978 feet of elevation gain, passing waterfalls and multiple overlooks above Lower Ausable Lake. No scrambling required, making it approachable despite its length. Permit required May through October; dogs are not allowed on the Adirondack Mountain Reserve land.

Location

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Coordinates: 41.7136772, -74.2749266

Getting There

From Keene Valley, take NY-73 south to the St. Huberts parking area near the Ausable Mountain Reserve. Park and hike 3 miles on Lake Road to reach the Indian Head trailhead. Reservations required May through October.

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