Waterfall Hikes Near Watkins Glen, NY

1,777 residents
New York Time Zone
22 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Watkins Glen? There are 22 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Watkins Glen. 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 42.3801°N, -76.8673°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Watkins Glen

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

22 of 22 gauged

19 of 22 waterfalls near Watkins Glen are flowing strongly today

Aunt Sarahs Falls Strong Glenora Falls Strong Hector Falls Strong Shequaga Falls Strong Bear Falls Strong Oskonsa Falls Strong Bucktail Falls Moderate Carpenter Falls Moderate 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 Stone Falls Strong

Updated 35 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Aft 76°F Partly Sunny
Sat 71°F Partly Sunny
Sun 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 73°F Sunny
Tue 73°F Partly Sunny
Wed 75°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 77°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Watkins Glen

Updated about 3 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 Watkins Glen (8 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

Glenora Falls

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

Silver Thread Falls

23.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Watkins Glen (12 waterfalls)

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

Aunt Sarahs Falls waterfall

Aunt Sarahs Falls

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

Shequaga Falls

19.6 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

All 22 Waterfalls Near Watkins Glen

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
Shequaga Falls waterfall

Shequaga Falls

19.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Glenora Falls

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

Silver Thread Falls

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

Lucifer Falls

5.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 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

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

Oskonsa Falls

45.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Falls waterfall

Bear Falls

35.9 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Parson Falls

15.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Montville Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

27.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fallbrook Falls waterfall

Fallbrook Falls

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

Stone Falls

32 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Carpenter Falls waterfall

Carpenter Falls

24.7 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Watkins Glen

Are there free waterfalls near Watkins Glen?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Watkins Glen, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Watkins Glen?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Watkins Glen, including Bear Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Watkins Glen?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Watkins Glen, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Watkins Glen?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Watkins Glen, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Watkins Glen?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Watkins Glen?

The shortest waterfall hike near Watkins Glen is Aunt Sarahs Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Watkins Glen?

The tallest waterfall near Watkins Glen is Taughannock Falls at 215 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Watkins Glen?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Watkins Glen have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Watkins Glen?

The closest waterfall to Watkins Glen is Aunt Sarahs Falls, approximately 1.8 miles away.

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Where to Stay

The Anchor Inn

The Anchor Inn

8.3 440 reviews
Lakeside Resort

Lakeside Resort

9.2 781 reviews
Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel

Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel

9.4 827 reviews
The Hotel Laurel at Seneca

The Hotel Laurel at Seneca

8.7 363 reviews
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