Waterfall Hikes Near Athens, PA

3,270 residents
New York Time Zone
52 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Athens? There are 52 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Athens. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 41.9515°N, -76.5187°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Athens

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

52 of 52 gauged

20 of 52 waterfalls near Athens are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Moderate Angel Falls Moderate B Reynolds Falls Moderate Cayuga Falls Moderate Cold Run Road Falls Moderate Conestoga Falls Moderate Delaware Falls Moderate Dry Run Falls Moderate Dutchman Falls Moderate Erie Falls Moderate F L Ricketts Falls Moderate Ganoga Falls Moderate Harrison Wright Falls Moderate Huron Falls Moderate Kitchen Creek Falls Moderate Lewis Falls Moderate Lincoln Falls Moderate Mohawk Falls Moderate Mohican Falls Moderate Murray Reynolds Falls Moderate Oneida Falls Moderate Onondaga Falls Moderate Ozone Falls Moderate R B Ricketts Falls Moderate Seneca Falls Moderate Shawnee Falls Moderate Sheldon Reynolds Falls Moderate Wyandot Falls Moderate Wenonan Falls Moderate Tuscarora Falls Moderate Aunt Sarahs Falls Strong Glenora Falls Strong Hector Falls Strong Shequaga Falls Strong Bear Falls Strong Oskonsa Falls Strong Bucks Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Strong Carpenter Falls Moderate Clifton Falls Strong Montville Falls Strong Moonshine Falls Strong Parson Falls Strong Fallbrook Falls Strong Hosmer Falls Strong Oak Tree Falls Strong Silver Thread Falls Strong Ithaca Falls Strong Lucifer Falls Strong Taughannock Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Tod 79°F Partly Sunny
Sat 74°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 72°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Lab 74°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Tue 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 75°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 79°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Athens

Updated about 1 hour ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Roaring · 1450 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Bucks Falls Roaring · 128 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Ithaca Falls Strong · 459 cfs 86th percentile
  4. 4 Taughannock Falls Strong · 188 cfs 85th percentile
  5. 5 Lucifer Falls Strong · 188 cfs 85th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 56 cfs 83rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Athens (7 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Ithaca Falls waterfall

Ithaca Falls

49.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Athens (40 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lucifer Falls waterfall

Lucifer Falls

5.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Cold Run Road Falls waterfall

Cold Run Road Falls

6.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dutchman Falls waterfall

Dutchman Falls

27.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lincoln Falls waterfall

Lincoln Falls

39.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 52 Waterfalls Near Athens

Cayuga Falls waterfall

Cayuga Falls

38.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Parson Falls

15.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ganoga Falls waterfall

Ganoga Falls

38.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Onondaga Falls waterfall

Onondaga Falls

21.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Seneca Falls waterfall

Seneca Falls

29.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Delaware Falls waterfall

Delaware Falls

29.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
F L Ricketts Falls waterfall

F L Ricketts Falls

21.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mohican Falls waterfall

Mohican Falls

29 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Conestoga Falls waterfall

Conestoga Falls

29.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shawnee Falls waterfall

Shawnee Falls

21.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huron Falls waterfall

Huron Falls

37.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ozone Falls waterfall

Ozone Falls

37.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tuscarora Falls waterfall

Tuscarora Falls

29.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Erie Falls waterfall

Erie Falls

29.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
R B Ricketts Falls waterfall

R B Ricketts Falls

37.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
B Reynolds Falls waterfall

B Reynolds Falls

44.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wyandot Falls waterfall

Wyandot Falls

29.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harrison Wright Falls waterfall

Harrison Wright Falls

29.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sheldon Reynolds Falls waterfall

Sheldon Reynolds Falls

29.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Murray Reynolds Falls waterfall

Murray Reynolds Falls

29.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Athens

Are there free waterfalls near Athens?

There are 38 free waterfalls near Athens, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Athens?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Athens, including Bear Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Athens?

There are 40 dog-friendly waterfalls near Athens, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Athens?

There are 34 kid-friendly waterfalls near Athens, including Adams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Athens?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Athens, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Athens?

The shortest waterfall hike near Athens is Adams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Athens?

The tallest waterfall near Athens is Taughannock Falls at 215 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Athens require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Athens requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Athens?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Athens have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Athens?

The closest waterfall to Athens is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 18.6 miles away.

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