Waterfall Hikes Near Black River, NY

1,660 residents
New York Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Black River? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Black River. 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 44.0089°N, -75.7966°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Black River

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

46 of 46 gauged

29 of 46 waterfalls near Black River are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 90°F

Tod 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
Thu 90°F Sunny Best
Fri 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
Ind 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 84°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Black River

Updated 39 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Ferguson Waterfall Roaring ยท 36 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Mad River Falls Roaring ยท 407 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Whitaker Falls Roaring ยท 73 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Singing Waters Falls Roaring ยท 73 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Shingle Mill Falls Roaring ยท 73 cfs 99th percentile
  6. 6 Eatonville Falls Roaring ยท 73 cfs 99th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Black River (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Black River (28 waterfalls)

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

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

19 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Burrville Cider Mill Falls

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

Childs Falls

19.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Black River

Pleasant Creek Falls waterfall

Pleasant Creek Falls

17.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Butternut Falls

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

Great Falls

19 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Burrville Cider Mill Falls

23.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

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

Childs Falls

19.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

47.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

36.8 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Kings Falls waterfall

Kings Falls

33.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Talcott Falls waterfall

Talcott Falls

45.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Catfish Falls

42 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Jerden Falls

19.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mad River Falls

7.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Sperrys Falls

9.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Elmer Falls waterfall

Elmer Falls

4.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whitaker Falls waterfall

Whitaker Falls

31 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dicob Falls

37.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salmon River Falls waterfall

Salmon River Falls

33.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

31.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Hazleton Falls

28.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Black River

Are there free waterfalls near Black River?

There are 26 free waterfalls near Black River, including Agers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Black River?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Black River, including Ferguson Waterfall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Black River?

There are 28 dog-friendly waterfalls near Black River, including Agers Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Black River?

There are 30 kid-friendly waterfalls near Black River, including Agers Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Black River?

The shortest waterfall hike near Black River is Agers Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Black River?

The tallest waterfall near Black River is Salmon River Falls at 110 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Black River require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Black River?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Black River has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Black River?

The closest waterfall to Black River is Pleasant Creek Falls, approximately 4.3 miles away.

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