Waterfall Hikes Near West Carthage, NY

1,632 residents
New York Time Zone
57 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Carthage? There are 57 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Carthage. 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 43.9730°N, -75.6219°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Carthage

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

57 of 57 gauged

17 of 57 waterfalls near West Carthage are flowing strongly today

Agers Falls Moderate Lyons Falls Moderate Pixley Falls Moderate Basford Falls Barely Flowing Browns Falls Barely Flowing Copper Rock Falls Barely Flowing Flat Rock Falls Barely Flowing Greenwood Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Madison Chute Barely Flowing Newton Falls Barely Flowing Plumb Brook Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rock Dam Falls Barely Flowing Sinclair Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Sliding Falls Barely Flowing Beaver Falls Strong Burrville Cider Mill Falls Strong Butternut Falls Strong Catfish Falls Strong Childs Falls Strong Great Falls Strong Pleasant Creek Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Talcott Falls Strong Sperrys Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Coopers Falls Moderate Harts Falls Moderate Jacksons Falls Moderate Rensselaer Falls Moderate Rushton Falls Moderate Crandall Falls Moderate Dicob Falls Moderate Eagle Falls Moderate Elmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Jerden Falls Moderate Kings Falls Moderate Eatonville Falls Moderate Shingle Mill Falls Moderate Singing Waters Falls Moderate Whitaker Falls Moderate Emeryville Falls Strong Fullerville Falls Strong Hazleton Falls Strong Harper Falls Strong Lampsons Falls Strong Pelkys Falls Strong Limekiln Falls Moderate Mad River Falls Moderate Salmon River Falls Barely Flowing Winns Pond Moderate Touey Falls Moderate Ferguson Waterfall Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Partly Sunny · 72°F

Aft 74°F Partly Sunny
Sat 72°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
Sun 72°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Lab 74°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 72°F Partly Sunny Best
Wed 76°F Rain Showers Likely
Thu 71°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near West Carthage

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Ferguson Waterfall Roaring ยท 22 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Harper Falls Strong ยท 1760 cfs 81st percentile
  3. 3 Lampsons Falls Strong ยท 1760 cfs 81st percentile
  4. 4 Pelkys Falls Strong ยท 1760 cfs 81st percentile
  5. 5 Hazleton Falls Strong ยท 122 cfs 77th percentile
  6. 6 Fullerville Falls Strong ยท 122 cfs 77th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Carthage (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.

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

36.8 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Carthage (36 waterfalls)

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

Kings Falls waterfall

Kings Falls

34.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Childs Falls waterfall

Childs Falls

26.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Burrville Cider Mill Falls

43.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

43.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 57 Waterfalls Near West Carthage

Sinclair Falls waterfall

Sinclair Falls

6.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

2.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

15.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rensselaer Falls waterfall

Rensselaer Falls

15.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Flat Rock Falls waterfall

Flat Rock Falls

15.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Copper Rock Falls waterfall

Copper Rock Falls

9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lampsons Falls waterfall

Lampsons Falls

13.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jacksons Falls waterfall

Jacksons Falls

0.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harts Falls waterfall

Harts Falls

13.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Limekiln Falls waterfall

Limekiln Falls

28.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harper Falls waterfall

Harper Falls

30.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pelkys Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winns Pond

22.3 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Cascade Falls

27.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rushton Falls waterfall

Rushton Falls

4.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Carthage

Are there free waterfalls near West Carthage?

There are 32 free waterfalls near West Carthage, including Agers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Carthage?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near West Carthage, including Ferguson Waterfall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Carthage?

There are 36 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Carthage, including Agers Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Carthage?

There are 38 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Carthage, including Agers Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near West Carthage?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Carthage?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Carthage is Agers Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near West Carthage?

The tallest waterfall near West Carthage is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Do any waterfalls near West Carthage require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near West Carthage requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Carthage?

Yes, 1 waterfall near West Carthage has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Carthage?

The closest waterfall to West Carthage is Kings Falls, approximately 3.2 miles away.

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