Shoebox Falls
New York · 10-foot drop · High Peaks Wilderness · Last verified 2026-05-15
Shoebox Falls is a waterfall in New York. It drops roughly 10 feet. Access details and conditions have not yet been verified in person by Fallspots — the data on this page comes from OpenStreetMap and USGS GNIS.
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| Waterfall | Distance | Height | Trail | Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shoebox Falls (this page) | — | 10 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Beede Brook Falls | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Swimming hole and water fall | 2 mi | 3 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Split Rock Falls | 3 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Roaring Brook Falls | 3 mi | 262 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Russell Falls | 4 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about Shoebox Falls
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How tall is Shoebox Falls?
Shoebox Falls is 10 feet (3 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Shoebox Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Shoebox Falls is inside High Peaks Wilderness. We inferred this from OpenStreetMap protected-area polygons; if you find we got the boundary wrong, please report it. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.
Can I bring my dog to Shoebox Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (High Peaks Wilderness permits leashed dogs in most areas). Inferred from park type; check the official site for trail-specific restrictions. Always leash and pack out waste.
Is there a fee to visit Shoebox Falls?
No entrance fee. High Peaks Wilderness is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Shoebox Falls from a major city?
Shoebox Falls is 9 miles from Witherbee (about 13 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
44.1101, -73.7189
Sources and live status
Where we got the data, and where to check current conditions before you drive.
Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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