Waterfall Hikes Near Carthage, NY

3,399 residents

New York Time Zone

56 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Carthage? There are 56 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Carthage. 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 43.9837°N, -75.6021°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Carthage

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

56 of 56 gauged

32 of 56 waterfalls near Carthage are flowing strongly today

Agers Falls Strong Lyons Falls Strong Pixley Falls Strong 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 Low Burrville Cider Mill Falls Low Butternut Falls Low Catfish Falls Low Childs Falls Low Great Falls Low Pleasant Creek Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Talcott Falls Low Sperrys Falls Low Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Coopers Falls Barely Flowing Harts Falls Barely Flowing Jacksons Falls Barely Flowing Rensselaer Falls Barely Flowing Rushton Falls Barely Flowing Crandall Falls Strong 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 Harper Falls Moderate Lampsons Falls Moderate Pelkys Falls Moderate Limekiln Falls Roaring Mad River Falls Roaring Salmon River Falls Moderate Winns Pond Barely Flowing Touey Falls Roaring Ferguson Waterfall Roaring

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Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 91°F

Wed 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 91°F Sunny Best

Fri 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny

Ind 86°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 84°F Chance Rain Showers

Mon 83°F Chance Rain Showers

Tue 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Carthage (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.

High Falls

36.8 miles away

New York

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Carthage (35 waterfalls)

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

Kings Falls

33.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Childs Falls

19.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.0 miles 200 ft

Great Falls

19 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Jerden Falls

19.5 miles away

23.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Pleasant Creek Falls

17.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Elmer Falls

4.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Beaver Falls

17.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rainbow Falls

47.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

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

Talcott Falls

45.5 miles away

25.3 miles away

New York

Easy

2.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Carthage

Are there free waterfalls near Carthage?

There are 32 free waterfalls near Carthage, including Agers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Carthage?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Carthage?

There are 35 dog-friendly waterfalls near Carthage, including Agers Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Carthage?

There are 37 kid-friendly waterfalls near Carthage, including Agers Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Carthage?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Carthage, including Lampsons Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Carthage?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Carthage?

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

Do any waterfalls near Carthage require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Carthage?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Carthage has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Carthage?

The closest waterfall to Carthage is Kings Falls, approximately 4.6 miles away.

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