Waterfall Hikes Near Dexter, NY

763 residents
New York Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dexter? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dexter. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 44.0111°N, -76.0425°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dexter

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 34 gauged

15 of 34 waterfalls near Dexter are flowing strongly today

Agers Falls Moderate Lyons Falls Moderate Beaver Falls Strong Burrville Cider Mill Falls Strong Butternut Falls Strong Catfish Falls Strong Childs Falls Strong Great Falls Strong Pleasant Creek Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Talcott Falls Strong Sperrys Falls Strong Dicob Falls Moderate Eagle Falls Moderate Elmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Jerden Falls Moderate Kings Falls Moderate Eatonville Falls Moderate Shingle Mill Falls Moderate Singing Waters Falls Moderate Whitaker Falls Moderate Emeryville Falls Strong Fullerville Falls Strong Hazleton Falls Strong Greenwood Falls Barely Flowing Madison Chute Barely Flowing Rock Dam Falls Barely Flowing Sliding Falls Barely Flowing Mad River Falls Moderate Salmon River Falls Barely Flowing Winns Pond Moderate Brett's Falls Roaring Ferguson Waterfall Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Partly Sunny · 75°F

Aft 75°F Partly Sunny Best
Sat 74°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 73°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Lab 75°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 73°F Partly Sunny
Wed 77°F Rain Showers Likely
Thu 72°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Dexter

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Ferguson Waterfall Roaring ยท 20 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Brett's Falls Roaring ยท 16 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Pleasant Creek Falls Strong ยท 2400 cfs 75th percentile
  4. 4 Hazleton Falls Strong ยท 120 cfs 75th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Strong ยท 2400 cfs 75th percentile
  6. 6 Great Falls Strong ยท 2400 cfs 75th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dexter (4 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Dexter (20 waterfalls)

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

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

43.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Talcott Falls waterfall

Talcott Falls

4.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Burrville Cider Mill Falls

43.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Dexter

Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

46.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Catfish Falls

42 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

43.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Talcott Falls waterfall

Talcott Falls

4.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Butternut Falls

42 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Burrville Cider Mill Falls

43.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sperrys Falls

42.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pleasant Creek Falls waterfall

Pleasant Creek Falls

33.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

47.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Childs Falls waterfall

Childs Falls

26.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

36.8 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Kings Falls waterfall

Kings Falls

34.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salmon River Falls waterfall

Salmon River Falls

27.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mad River Falls

35.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Jerden Falls

22.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Elmer Falls waterfall

Elmer Falls

28.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whitaker Falls waterfall

Whitaker Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dicob Falls

24.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

14.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Hazleton Falls

17.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dexter

Are there free waterfalls near Dexter?

There are 22 free waterfalls near Dexter, including Agers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dexter?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Dexter, including Brett's Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dexter?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Dexter, including Agers Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dexter?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Dexter, including Agers Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dexter?

The shortest waterfall hike near Dexter is Agers Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Dexter?

The tallest waterfall near Dexter is Salmon River Falls at 110 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dexter?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Dexter have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dexter?

The closest waterfall to Dexter is Beaver Falls, approximately 6.1 miles away.

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