ADK SNOW FALLS CHALLENGE 10/5/1
A winter waterfall challenge variation on the ADK Fifty Falls and NYS 100+ Challenges, hosted by EXPEDITION MIDLIFE and co-sponsored by DIG THE FALLS.
- To be completed during the winter hiking season. Visit 10 Roadsides, 5 Modest hikes, and 1 Challenging hike between Dec 21 and March 21.
- Submit a SAFELY taken selfie at each location to admin@expeditionmidlife.com
*Note about safety and selfies- please don’t feel obligated to climb down into ravines or close to the water’s edge to take that ‘amazing’ picture. Winter conditions only elevate nature’s hazards. Just give us a pic of you loving what you see from a safe spot. It’s all good- we believe you.
- Purchase your ADK Snowfalls Challenge patch using the PayPal button below ($10 per patch) and we will send you your patch and sticker.  (Note: please allow 2 weeks for delivery.)
- Tag us on your journey on Instagram! @Expedition_Midlife #expedition_midlife #expeditionmidlife #adksnowfallschallenge #patchpursuit #digthefalls
NOTE: This challenge is entirely independent from the ADK Fifty Falls and all other waterfall challenges. All queries and comments should be directed to Expedition Midlife ONLY by email to admin@expeditionmidlife.com
THE FALLS:
Visit your choice of 10 roadsides, 5 modest hikes and 1 challenge hikes.
The links below will take you to details of each fall. For more information, we recommend purchasing the original ADK Fifty Falls Challenge guide book by John Haywood and Russell Dunn, and New York State Waterfall Guide by John Haywood, Donna L. McCabe, Edward Smathers, Paul Swiatkowski. You can find them on Amazon.
Please be advised that while it is the frozen falls we are eager for people to see, it is the winter conditions that will make this a major challenge for some. Even roadsides may require maneuvering over snow banks and deep snow. DO YOUR OWN PREPERTORY RESEARCH! Always check weather and road conditions before heading out and wear appropriate winter gear (including micro spikes and snowshoes). Never park illegally and obey all property signs. We advise against hiking alone any time of the year, but especially in winter.
Roadsides:
- Wadham’s Falls
- Split Rock Falls
- Monument Falls
- Bog River Falls
- Beecher Creek Falls
- Anderson Falls
- Rockwell Falls
- Mill Park Falls
- https://digthefalls.com/mill-park-falls-mill-park-lake-luzerne/
- Falls of Carillon/La Chute River Walk
- Flume Falls (Wilmington)
- Upper Lachute Falls
Modest Hikes:
- Falls on Northwest Bay Brook
- Death Brook (aka Secret) Falls
- Buttermilk Falls (Long Lake)
- Shelving Rock Falls
- Roaring Brook Falls
- Lampson’s Falls
- Rainbow Falls on the Grasse River
- Falls on Clay Meadow Trailhead
- Dunkley Falls
- https://uncoveringnewyork.com/dunkley-falls
Challenging Hikes:
- Tenant Creek Falls
- Cascade Lake Falls at Eagle Bay
- OK Slip Falls
- https://www.adirondack.net/business/ok-slip-falls-12924/
- View from the overlook is sufficient. We do not recommended taking the risky descent to the base of the falls.
- Beaver Meadow Falls AMR
- https://www.adirondack.net/business/beaver-meadow-falls-12854/
- Adirondack Mountain Reserve (St Huberts), Private Property owned by the Ausable Club that allows hiker access. NO DOGS ALLOWED.
Note: As of May 2021, reservations are required for parking and access to AMR lands (https://www.hikeamr.org/)
- This interactive map will help you plan your expeditions. GPS coordinates for each waterfall and associated parking will be provided when clicking each icon.
ADK LIGHT SNOW FALL VARIATION: This challenge may not be suitable for hikers with limited skills and experience, but we still want you to enjoy the falls in winter! Visit all of the roadsides and just 1 of the modest hikes and we will gladly send you Expedition Midlife- ADK Snow Falls stickers for your achievement.
*This challenge is subject to change as necessary due to road closures and general ADK restrictions.
Disclaimer:
Expedition Midlife does not guarantee accuracy of any trail or parking information, or your health and safety on the trail. Nature is unpredictable, therefore hiking can be an unpredictable venture. Winter weather conditions elevate the hazards of outdoor recreational activities. We are not liable for any property loss or damage, personal injury, or potential death that may result during your pursuit. Should you choose to accept this challenge, you are agreeing to release Expedition Midlife and Dig The Falls, both individually and as entities, from any and all liability.
We subscribe to and support the Dig The Falls disclaimer and private property information that can be found here: https://digthefalls.com/waterfall-challenges
Want to learn more? Check out our live chat with Dig The Falls founder Edward Smathers! This video can be found on both Expedition Midlife and Dig The Falls Facebook pages and on YouTube: