Waterfall Hikes Near Billington Heights, NY

1,965 residents
New York Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Billington Heights? There are 33 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Billington Heights. 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 42.7862°N, -78.6237°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Billington Heights

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 33 gauged

10 of 29 waterfalls near Billington Heights are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Arkwright Falls Barely Flowing Shumla Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Fall Brook Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Triphammer Falls Moderate Stoney Pitcher Falls Barely Flowing Lower Ball's Falls Moderate Upper Ball's Falls Moderate West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls Moderate Louth Falls Moderate Quarry Springs Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Decew Falls Strong Terrace Falls Strong Lower Decew Falls Strong Lower Rockway Falls Strong Rockway Falls Strong Swayze Falls Strong Scout Falls Strong North Eller Falls Strong Effingham Falls Strong Lower Scout Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 90°F

Tue 90°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
Wed 90°F Sunny Best
Thu 91°F Sunny
Fri 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Billington Heights

Updated about 7 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Scout Falls Strong · 12 cfs 78th percentile
  2. 2 Effingham Falls Strong · 12 cfs 78th percentile
  3. 3 North Eller Falls Strong · 12 cfs 78th percentile
  4. 4 Scout Falls Strong · 12 cfs 78th percentile
  5. 5 Swayze Falls Strong · 12 cfs 78th percentile
  6. 6 Rockway Falls Strong · 12 cfs 78th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Billington Heights (14 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.

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

24 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

22.9 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Billington Heights (13 waterfalls)

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

Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

48.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

37.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Billington Heights

Lower Scout Falls waterfall

Lower Scout Falls

52.5 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Lower Decew Falls waterfall

Lower Decew Falls

51.6 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
3.2 km 73 m
Swayze Falls waterfall

Swayze Falls

53.6 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
6.6 km 104 m
Effingham Falls waterfall

Effingham Falls

54.2 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
2.4 km Unknown
Rockway Falls waterfall

Rockway Falls

56.4 km away
In Rockway Conservation Area
Ontario
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown
Lower Rockway Falls waterfall

Lower Rockway Falls

56.6 km away
In Rockway Conservation Area
Ontario
Moderate
1.9 km 74 m
Arkwright Falls waterfall

Arkwright Falls

16.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Louth Falls waterfall

Louth Falls

58.2 km away
Ontario
Moderate
2.3 km 60 m

Shumla Falls

28.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls waterfall

West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls

60 km away
Ontario
Moderate
1.9 km Unknown
Upper Ball's Falls waterfall

Upper Ball's Falls

1.3 km away
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Lower Ball's Falls waterfall

Lower Ball's Falls

0.6 km away
Ontario
Easy
1.0 km 24 m
Quarry Springs Falls waterfall

Quarry Springs Falls

55.3 km away
Ontario
Moderate
1.6 km Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Billington Heights

Are there free waterfalls near Billington Heights?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Billington Heights, including Arkwright Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Billington Heights?

There are 14 easy waterfall hikes near Billington Heights, including American Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Billington Heights?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Billington Heights, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Billington Heights?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Billington Heights, including American Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Billington Heights?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Billington Heights, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Billington Heights?

The shortest waterfall hike near Billington Heights is American Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Billington Heights?

The tallest waterfall near Billington Heights is Bridal Veil Falls at 181 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Billington Heights?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Billington Heights have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Billington Heights?

The closest waterfall to Billington Heights is Johnson Falls, approximately 10.1 miles away.

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