Waterfall Hikes Near South Lima, NY

291 residents
New York Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near South Lima? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of South Lima. 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 42.8575°N, -77.6760°W

Map of Waterfalls Near South Lima

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

19 of 20 waterfalls near South Lima are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Strong Johnson Falls Strong Johnson Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Strong Clifton Falls Strong Moonshine Falls Strong Fall Brook Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Lower Falls Roaring Middle Falls Roaring Honeoye Falls Strong Hosmer Falls Strong Oak Tree Falls Strong Silver Thread Falls Strong Lower Falls Strong Middle Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Triphammer Falls Moderate Stone Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Aft 76°F Partly Sunny
Sat 72°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 70°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Lab 73°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 73°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near South Lima

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Roaring · 440 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 High Falls Roaring · 4910 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Middle Falls Roaring · 4910 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Lower Falls Roaring · 4910 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Fall Brook Falls Roaring · 3620 cfs 92nd percentile
  6. 6 Cascade Falls Strong · 172 cfs 88th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near South Lima (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.

Honeoye Falls waterfall

Honeoye Falls

46.8 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

1.4 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around South Lima (13 waterfalls)

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

Triphammer Falls waterfall

Triphammer Falls

21.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall Brook Falls waterfall

Fall Brook Falls

45.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near South Lima

Triphammer Falls waterfall

Triphammer Falls

21.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Honeoye Falls waterfall

Honeoye Falls

46.8 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Fall Brook Falls waterfall

Fall Brook Falls

45.4 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
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

1.4 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Middle Falls waterfall CC

Middle Falls

37.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

0.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

34.9 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
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

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

Middle Falls

44 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

44.1 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
Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

8.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

10.6 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Silver Thread Falls waterfall

Silver Thread Falls

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

Clifton Falls

22.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hosmer Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Moonshine Falls

21.6 miles away
New York
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Oak Tree Falls waterfall

Oak Tree Falls

20.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near South Lima

Are there free waterfalls near South Lima?

There are 6 free waterfalls near South Lima, including Cascade Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near South Lima?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near South Lima, including Angel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in South Lima?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near South Lima, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near South Lima?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near South Lima, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near South Lima?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near South Lima, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near South Lima?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near South Lima?

The tallest waterfall near South Lima is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around South Lima?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near South Lima have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to South Lima?

The closest waterfall to South Lima is Triphammer Falls, approximately 3.8 miles away.

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