Waterfall Hikes Near Lime Lake, NY

755 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lime Lake? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lime Lake. 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 42.4327°N, -78.4808°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lime Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

11 of 13 waterfalls near Lime Lake are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Strong Johnson Falls Strong Johnson Falls Strong Arkwright Falls Moderate Shumla Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Roaring Fall Brook Falls Roaring Lower Falls Strong Middle Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Stoney Pitcher Falls Strong Stone Falls Strong

Updated 31 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 72°F

Aft 73°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 71°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 69°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Lab 72°F Sunny Best
Tue 71°F Partly Sunny
Wed 75°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 72°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Lime Lake

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 Fall Brook Falls Roaring · 3750 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Angel Falls Roaring · 605 cfs 92nd percentile
  4. 4 Johnson Falls Roaring · 605 cfs 92nd percentile
  5. 5 Johnson Falls Roaring · 605 cfs 92nd percentile
  6. 6 Cascade Falls Roaring · 222 cfs 91st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lime Lake (3 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.

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

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

Middle Falls

44 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lime Lake (8 waterfalls)

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

Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

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

Upper Falls

44.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Lime Lake

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

10.6 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Stoney Pitcher Falls waterfall CC

Stoney Pitcher Falls

32.6 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
Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

26.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 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
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

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

Cascade Falls

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

Arkwright Falls

46.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Shumla Falls

6.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stone Falls waterfall

Stone Falls

32 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Fall Brook Falls waterfall

Fall Brook Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

31.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lime Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Lime Lake?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Lime Lake, including Arkwright Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lime Lake?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Lime Lake, including Angel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lime Lake?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lime Lake, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lime Lake?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lime Lake, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lime Lake?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lime Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lime Lake is Angel Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lime Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Lime Lake is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lime Lake?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Lime Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lime Lake?

The closest waterfall to Lime Lake is Angel Falls, approximately 13.6 miles away.

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