Waterfall Hikes Near Prospect, NY

275 residents
New York Time Zone
44 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Prospect? There are 44 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Prospect. 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 43.3025°N, -75.1513°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Prospect

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

44 of 44 gauged

2 of 44 waterfalls near Prospect are flowing strongly today

Agers Falls Moderate Lyons Falls Moderate Pixley Falls Moderate Auger Falls Moderate Austin Falls Moderate Christine Falls Moderate Browns Falls Barely Flowing Greenwood Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Madison Chute Barely Flowing Rock Dam Falls Barely Flowing Sliding Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Button Falls Moderate Rexford Falls Moderate Canajoharie Falls Strong Judds Falls Strong Chittenango Falls Moderate Edwards Falls Moderate Perryville Falls Moderate Crandall Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Lower High Falls Moderate Mill Dam Falls Moderate Sherman Falls Moderate Upper High Falls Moderate Trenton Falls Moderate Dicob Falls Moderate Eagle Falls Moderate Elmer Falls Moderate Jerden Falls Moderate Eatonville Falls Moderate Shingle Mill Falls Moderate Singing Waters Falls Moderate Whitaker Falls Moderate Leatherstocking Falls Moderate Limekiln Falls Moderate Mad River Falls Moderate Saint Marys Falls Moderate Salmon River Falls Barely Flowing Winns Pond Moderate T Lake Falls Moderate Stockbridge Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 72°F

Aft 75°F Partly Sunny
Sat 73°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 72°F Sunny Best
Lab 72°F Sunny
Tue 72°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 74°F Rain Showers Likely
Thu 70°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Prospect

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Judds Falls Strong ยท 5 cfs 75th percentile
  2. 2 Canajoharie Falls Strong ยท 5 cfs 75th percentile
  3. 3 Perryville Falls Moderate ยท 29 cfs 74th percentile
  4. 4 Rexford Falls Moderate ยท 79 cfs 74th percentile
  5. 5 Edwards Falls Moderate ยท 29 cfs 74th percentile
  6. 6 Button Falls Moderate ยท 79 cfs 74th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Prospect (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Prospect (32 waterfalls)

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

Upper High Falls waterfall

Upper High Falls

17 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower High Falls waterfall

Lower High Falls

17 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sherman Falls

16.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 44 Waterfalls Near Prospect

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Elmer Falls waterfall

Elmer Falls

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

Stockbridge Falls

47.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Leatherstocking Falls waterfall

Leatherstocking Falls

25.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Judds Falls waterfall

Judds Falls

22.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Jerden Falls

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

Perryville Falls

7.6 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
Rexford Falls waterfall

Rexford Falls

27.6 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

28.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Saint Marys Falls

22.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sliding Falls waterfall

Sliding Falls

37.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canajoharie Falls waterfall

Canajoharie Falls

26.9 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Chittenango Falls waterfall

Chittenango Falls

32.9 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Salmon River Falls waterfall

Salmon River Falls

27.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Christine Falls

37.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Greenwood Falls waterfall

Greenwood Falls

32.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Auger Falls waterfall

Auger Falls

30.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Madison Chute

18 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Austin Falls waterfall

Austin Falls

30.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Prospect

Are there free waterfalls near Prospect?

There are 29 free waterfalls near Prospect, including Agers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Prospect?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Prospect, including Canajoharie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Prospect?

There are 32 dog-friendly waterfalls near Prospect, including Agers Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Prospect?

There are 34 kid-friendly waterfalls near Prospect, including Agers Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Prospect?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Prospect?

The shortest waterfall hike near Prospect is Agers Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Prospect?

The tallest waterfall near Prospect is T Lake Falls at 600 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Prospect?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Prospect has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Prospect?

The closest waterfall to Prospect is Mill Dam Falls, approximately 1 miles away.

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