Waterfall Hikes Near Richfield Springs, NY

1,240 residents
New York Time Zone
40 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Richfield Springs? There are 40 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Richfield Springs. 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 42.8536°N, -74.9862°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Richfield Springs

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

40 of 40 gauged

6 of 40 waterfalls near Richfield Springs are flowing strongly today

Boucks Falls Moderate Bozen Kill Falls Moderate Brickyard Falls Moderate Chittenango Falls Moderate Delphi Falls Moderate Edwards Falls Moderate Perryville Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Button Falls Moderate Rexford Falls Moderate Canada Falls Strong Canajoharie Falls Strong Judds Falls Strong Crandall Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Lower High Falls Moderate Mill Dam Falls Moderate Sherman Falls Moderate Upper High Falls Moderate Trenton Falls Moderate Hardenburgh Falls Moderate Leatherstocking Falls Moderate Limekiln Falls Moderate Manorkill Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Moderate Pixley Falls Moderate Pratts Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Saint Marys Falls Moderate White Store Falls Moderate Watauga Falls Moderate Tompkins Falls Strong Tinker Falls Moderate T Lake Falls Moderate Straton Falls Strong Stockbridge Falls Moderate Spicer Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Aft 74°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 70°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Lab 71°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 72°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 75°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 71°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Richfield Springs

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Tompkins Falls Strong · 70 cfs 82nd percentile
  2. 2 Straton Falls Strong · 8 cfs 79th percentile
  3. 3 Spicer Falls Strong · 490 cfs 77th percentile
  4. 4 Rexford Falls Strong · 79 cfs 75th percentile
  5. 5 Judds Falls Strong · 5 cfs 75th percentile
  6. 6 Button Falls Strong · 79 cfs 75th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Richfield Springs (7 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.

Canajoharie Falls waterfall

Canajoharie Falls

26.9 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Richfield Springs (29 waterfalls)

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

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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

32.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

32.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

All 40 Waterfalls Near Richfield Springs

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

Button Falls

32.1 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

32.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

32.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Sherman Falls

16.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lower High Falls waterfall

Lower High Falls

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

High Falls

17 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Trenton Falls waterfall

Trenton Falls

42.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper High Falls waterfall

Upper High Falls

17 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mill Dam Falls waterfall

Mill Dam Falls

29.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rexford Falls waterfall

Rexford Falls

27.6 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Saint Marys Falls

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

Watauga Falls

46.9 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
Crandall Falls waterfall

Crandall Falls

23.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

White Store Falls

29.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Boucks Falls

10.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Delphi Falls waterfall

Delphi Falls

24.7 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Richfield Springs

Are there free waterfalls near Richfield Springs?

There are 22 free waterfalls near Richfield Springs, including Bozen Kill Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Richfield Springs?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Richfield Springs, including Canajoharie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Richfield Springs?

There are 29 dog-friendly waterfalls near Richfield Springs, including Bozen Kill Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Richfield Springs?

There are 30 kid-friendly waterfalls near Richfield Springs, including Bozen Kill Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Richfield Springs?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Richfield Springs, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Richfield Springs?

The shortest waterfall hike near Richfield Springs is Boucks Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Richfield Springs?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Richfield Springs?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Richfield Springs have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Richfield Springs?

The closest waterfall to Richfield Springs is Leatherstocking Falls, approximately 8.6 miles away.

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