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

7 of 56 waterfalls near Carthage are flowing strongly today

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Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Aft 73°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 75°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 75°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 70°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 65°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Carthage

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Ferguson Waterfall Roaring ยท 16 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Jacksons Falls Roaring ยท 553 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 Harts Falls Roaring ยท 553 cfs 98th percentile
  4. 4 Rensselaer Falls Roaring ยท 553 cfs 98th percentile
  5. 5 Rushton Falls Roaring ยท 553 cfs 98th percentile
  6. 6 Coopers Falls Roaring ยท 553 cfs 98th percentile

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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 waterfall

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 waterfall

Kings Falls

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

Childs Falls

26.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

43.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Jerden Falls

22.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 56 Waterfalls Near Carthage

Sinclair Falls waterfall

Sinclair Falls

6.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

2.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

15.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rensselaer Falls waterfall

Rensselaer Falls

15.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Flat Rock Falls waterfall

Flat Rock Falls

15.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Copper Rock Falls waterfall

Copper Rock Falls

9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lampsons Falls waterfall

Lampsons Falls

13.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jacksons Falls waterfall

Jacksons Falls

0.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harts Falls waterfall

Harts Falls

13.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harper Falls waterfall

Harper Falls

30.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Limekiln Falls waterfall

Limekiln Falls

28.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pelkys Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

27.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rushton Falls waterfall

Rushton Falls

4.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crandall Falls waterfall

Crandall Falls

23.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winns Pond

22.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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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