Waterfall Hikes Near Batavia, NY

15,510 residents
New York Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Batavia is flat farm country, so the falling water waits south in the Genesee gorge. Middle Falls at Letchworth drops 107 feet, a half-mile walk, and Upper Falls, 70 feet, is three tenths of a mile from parking. Dogs are allowed at both. Buttermilk Falls runs 165 feet with an easy half-mile approach and swimming allowed. Johnson Falls stretches the legs at five miles round trip with 300 feet of gain. Twenty falls in the circle, nearly all short.

Located at 42.9987°N, -78.1802°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Batavia

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 20 gauged

14 of 16 waterfalls near Batavia are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Strong Johnson Falls Strong Johnson Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Roaring Fall Brook Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Lower Falls Roaring Middle Falls Roaring Honeoye Falls Strong Lower Falls Strong Middle Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Triphammer Falls Moderate Stone Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Low

Updated 14 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Aft 76°F Partly Sunny
Sat 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 70°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 74°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 72°F Partly Sunny
Wed 78°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 75°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Batavia

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Roaring · 401 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 High Falls Roaring · 4610 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Lower Falls Roaring · 4610 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Middle Falls Roaring · 4610 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Fall Brook Falls Roaring · 3750 cfs 96th percentile
  6. 6 Angel Falls Roaring · 605 cfs 92nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Batavia (10 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.

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

31.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Batavia (16 waterfalls)

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

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

34.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

26.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Triphammer Falls waterfall

Triphammer Falls

21.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall Brook Falls waterfall

Fall Brook Falls

45.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Batavia

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

31.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

34.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

26.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Triphammer Falls waterfall

Triphammer Falls

21.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

8.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall Brook Falls waterfall

Fall Brook Falls

45.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

44.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

44 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

10.6 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

43.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Honeoye Falls waterfall

Honeoye Falls

46.8 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

1.4 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Middle Falls waterfall CC

Middle Falls

37.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

0.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

14.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

22.7 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

14.2 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

14.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
American Falls waterfall

American Falls

14.3 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Stone Falls waterfall

Stone Falls

32 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Batavia

Are there free waterfalls near Batavia?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Batavia, including Cascade Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Batavia?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Batavia, including American Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Batavia?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near Batavia, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Batavia?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near Batavia, including American Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Batavia?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Batavia, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Batavia?

The shortest waterfall hike near Batavia is American Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Batavia?

The tallest waterfall near Batavia is Bridal Veil Falls at 181 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Batavia?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Batavia have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Batavia?

The closest waterfall to Batavia is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 9.1 miles away.

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