Waterfall Hikes Near Auburn, NY

26,674 residents
New_York Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Auburn? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Auburn. 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 42.9338°N, -76.5685°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Auburn

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 29 gauged

29 waterfalls near Auburn have live flow data today

Aunt Sarahs Falls Moderate Glenora Falls Moderate Hector Falls Moderate Shequaga Falls Moderate Brickyard Falls Moderate Chittenango Falls Moderate Delphi Falls Moderate Edwards Falls Moderate Perryville Falls Moderate Bucktail Falls Barely Flowing Carpenter Falls Barely Flowing Fellows Falls Barely Flowing Tinker Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clifton Falls Low Montville Falls Low Moonshine Falls Low Parson Falls Low Hosmer Falls Barely Flowing Oak Tree Falls Barely Flowing Silver Thread Falls Barely Flowing Ithaca Falls Low Lucifer Falls Barely Flowing Taughannock Falls Barely Flowing Pratts Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Winns Pond Moderate Stockbridge Falls Moderate Spicer Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 61°F

Aft 61°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 74°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 87°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 88°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 75°F Rain Showers Likely
Thu 60°F Partly Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Auburn (11 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.

Moonshine Falls

31.1 miles away
New York
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Carpenter Falls waterfall

Carpenter Falls

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

Bucktail Falls

16.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Auburn

Spicer Falls

27.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Perryville Falls waterfall

Perryville Falls

5.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Glenora Falls

31 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Hector Falls waterfall

Hector Falls

10.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Shequaga Falls waterfall

Shequaga Falls

5.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Aunt Sarahs Falls waterfall

Aunt Sarahs Falls

0.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stockbridge Falls waterfall

Stockbridge Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

28.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Winns Pond

28.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Auburn

Are there free waterfalls near Auburn?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Auburn, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Auburn?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Auburn, including Bucktail Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Auburn?

There are 18 dog-friendly waterfalls near Auburn, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Auburn?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Auburn, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Auburn?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Auburn?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Auburn?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Auburn?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Auburn have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Auburn?

The closest waterfall to Auburn is Clifton Falls, approximately 14.6 miles away.

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