Waterfall Hikes Near Peterborough, ON

83,627 residents
6 Waterfalls

within 80 km

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Peterborough? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within an 80 km radius of Peterborough. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 44.3000°N, -78.3333°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Peterborough

Today's Conditions

Live data from the Water Survey of Canada

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

6 waterfalls near Peterborough have live flow data today

Gut falls Low High Falls Low Ranney Falls Moderate Healey Falls Moderate Elliott Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via Water Survey of Canada

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mainly Sunny · 23°F

Tod 23°F Mainly Sunny Best
Mon 25°F Cloudy
Tue 23°F Thunderstorm
Wed 17°F Light Drizzle
Thu 26°F Cloudy
Fri 25°F Cloudy
Sat 25°F Partly Cloudy

Flowing best right now near Peterborough

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Ranney Falls Moderate · 0.1 m³/s 67th percentile
  2. 2 Healey Falls Moderate · 0.1 m³/s 67th percentile
  3. 3 Elliott Falls Moderate · 20 m³/s 61st percentile
  4. 4 Gut falls Low · 1.4 m³/s 22nd percentile
  5. 5 High Falls Low · 1.4 m³/s 22nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Peterborough (4 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.

Ranney Falls waterfall

Ranney Falls

38.6 km away
Ontario
Easy
2.1 km 35 m
Healey Falls waterfall

Healey Falls

43.9 km away
Ontario
Easy
3.9 km 66 m
Furnace Falls waterfall

Furnace Falls

56.9 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown
Elliott Falls waterfall

Elliott Falls

68.3 km away
Ontario
Easy
0.4 km Unknown

All 6 Waterfalls Near Peterborough

Ranney Falls waterfall

Ranney Falls

38.6 km away
Ontario
Easy
2.1 km 35 m

High Falls

40.1 km away
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Healey Falls waterfall

Healey Falls

43.9 km away
Ontario
Easy
3.9 km 66 m
Furnace Falls waterfall

Furnace Falls

56.9 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown
Gut falls waterfall

Gut falls

68 km away
Ontario
Moderate
5.3 km 185 m
Elliott Falls waterfall

Elliott Falls

68.3 km away
Ontario
Easy
0.4 km Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Peterborough

Are there free waterfalls near Peterborough?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Peterborough, including Elliott Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Peterborough?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Peterborough, including Elliott Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Peterborough?

The shortest waterfall hike near Peterborough is Elliott Falls at 0.2 km round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Peterborough?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Peterborough have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Peterborough?

The closest waterfall to Peterborough is Ranney Falls, approximately 36.6 km away.

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