Waterfall Hikes Near Apalachin, NY

2,356 residents
New York Time Zone
48 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Apalachin? There are 48 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Apalachin. 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 42.0639°N, -76.1567°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Apalachin

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

48 of 48 gauged

48 waterfalls near Apalachin have live flow data today

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Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 82°F

Sat 83°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny
Sun 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 81°F Partly Sunny
Tue 82°F Sunny Best
Wed 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 78°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Apalachin

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Bucks Falls Moderate · 30 cfs 56th percentile
  2. 2 Lucifer Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 43rd percentile
  3. 3 Taughannock Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 43rd percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 109 cfs 33rd percentile
  5. 5 Ithaca Falls Low · 35 cfs 13th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 70 cfs 9th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Apalachin (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.

Ithaca Falls waterfall

Ithaca Falls

24.6 miles away
New York
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Tinker Falls waterfall

Tinker Falls

49.4 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Apalachin (42 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Lucifer Falls

21.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Fellows Falls waterfall

Fellows Falls

37.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

All 48 Waterfalls Near Apalachin

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Ithaca Falls

24.6 miles away
New York
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Lucifer Falls waterfall

Lucifer Falls

21.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Fellows Falls waterfall

Fellows Falls

37.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Bucks Falls waterfall

Bucks Falls

28.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tinker Falls waterfall

Tinker Falls

49.4 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Bucktail Falls waterfall

Bucktail Falls

24.4 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Onondaga Falls waterfall

Onondaga Falls

13.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
F L Ricketts Falls waterfall

F L Ricketts Falls

15.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shawnee Falls waterfall

Shawnee Falls

43.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huron Falls waterfall

Huron Falls

43.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Spicer Falls

48.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ozone Falls waterfall

Ozone Falls

15.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
R B Ricketts Falls waterfall

R B Ricketts Falls

44.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
B Reynolds Falls waterfall

B Reynolds Falls

17.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wyandot Falls waterfall

Wyandot Falls

44.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harrison Wright Falls waterfall

Harrison Wright Falls

44.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sheldon Reynolds Falls waterfall

Sheldon Reynolds Falls

44.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Erie Falls waterfall

Erie Falls

44.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Murray Reynolds Falls waterfall

Murray Reynolds Falls

44.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Apalachin

Are there free waterfalls near Apalachin?

There are 39 free waterfalls near Apalachin, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Apalachin?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Apalachin?

There are 42 dog-friendly waterfalls near Apalachin, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Apalachin?

There are 36 kid-friendly waterfalls near Apalachin, including Adams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Apalachin?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Apalachin?

The shortest waterfall hike near Apalachin is Adams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Apalachin?

The tallest waterfall near Apalachin is Taughannock Falls at 215 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Apalachin require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Apalachin?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Apalachin have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Apalachin?

The closest waterfall to Apalachin is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 8.9 miles away.

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