Waterfall Hikes Near Elmira, NY

26,494 residents
New York Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Elmira? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Elmira. 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 42.0938°N, -76.8097°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Elmira

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

25 of 25 gauged

18 of 25 waterfalls near Elmira are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Moderate Cold Run Road Falls Moderate Dry Run Falls Moderate Dutchman Falls Moderate Lincoln Falls Moderate Wenonan Falls Moderate Aunt Sarahs Falls Strong Glenora Falls Strong Hector Falls Strong Shequaga Falls Strong Bear Falls Strong Oskonsa Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Strong 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 Lucifer Falls Strong Taughannock Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Aft 78°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 74°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 73°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Lab 75°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Tue 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 82°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 77°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Elmira

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Roaring · 1450 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Ithaca Falls Strong · 459 cfs 86th percentile
  3. 3 Taughannock Falls Strong · 164 cfs 83rd percentile
  4. 4 Lucifer Falls Strong · 164 cfs 83rd percentile
  5. 5 Bear Falls Strong · 66 cfs 81st percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 53 cfs 81st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Elmira (6 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.

Hector Falls waterfall

Hector Falls

16.6 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bear Falls waterfall

Bear Falls

35.9 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Glenora Falls

22 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Elmira (15 waterfalls)

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

Shequaga Falls waterfall

Shequaga Falls

19.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Aunt Sarahs Falls waterfall

Aunt Sarahs Falls

19.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Elmira

Shequaga Falls waterfall

Shequaga Falls

19.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Aunt Sarahs Falls waterfall

Aunt Sarahs Falls

19.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hector Falls waterfall

Hector Falls

16.6 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bear Falls waterfall

Bear Falls

35.9 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Oskonsa Falls

45.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Glenora Falls

22 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
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
Silver Thread Falls waterfall

Silver Thread Falls

23.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Fallbrook Falls waterfall

Fallbrook Falls

33.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

36.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Taughannock Falls waterfall

Taughannock Falls

9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 250 ft
Ithaca Falls waterfall

Ithaca Falls

49.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft

Hosmer Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Oak Tree Falls waterfall

Oak Tree Falls

20.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lincoln Falls waterfall

Lincoln Falls

39.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Moonshine Falls

21.6 miles away
New York
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Clifton Falls waterfall

Clifton Falls

22.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

35.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

34.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.5 miles 600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Elmira

Are there free waterfalls near Elmira?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Elmira, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Elmira?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Elmira, including Bear Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Elmira?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Elmira, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Elmira?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Elmira, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Elmira?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Elmira?

The shortest waterfall hike near Elmira is Angel Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Elmira?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Elmira?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Elmira have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Elmira?

The closest waterfall to Elmira is Shequaga Falls, approximately 14 miles away.

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