Waterfall Hikes Near Cayuga Heights, NY

4,044 residents
New York Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cayuga Heights? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cayuga 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 42.4680°N, -76.4876°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cayuga Heights

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

26 of 26 gauged

4 of 26 waterfalls near Cayuga Heights are flowing strongly today

Aunt Sarahs Falls Moderate Glenora Falls Moderate Hector Falls Moderate Shequaga Falls Moderate Brickyard Falls Barely Flowing Delphi Falls Barely Flowing Edwards Falls Barely Flowing Bucktail Falls Moderate Carpenter Falls Moderate Fellows Falls Moderate Tinker Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Roaring Clifton Falls Barely Flowing Montville Falls Barely Flowing Moonshine Falls Barely Flowing Parson Falls Barely Flowing Hosmer Falls Strong Oak Tree Falls Strong Silver Thread Falls Strong Ithaca Falls Low Lucifer Falls Moderate Taughannock Falls Moderate Pratts Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing White Store Falls Moderate Spicer Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Fri 78°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 76°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 78°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 78°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Cayuga Heights

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 228 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Oak Tree Falls Strong · 174 cfs 75th percentile
  3. 3 Hosmer Falls Strong · 174 cfs 75th percentile
  4. 4 Silver Thread Falls Strong · 174 cfs 75th percentile
  5. 5 Lucifer Falls Moderate · 59 cfs 73rd percentile
  6. 6 Taughannock Falls Moderate · 59 cfs 73rd percentile

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Cayuga Heights hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Find waterfalls to hike near Cayuga Heights

Have your own travel site? Embed these waterfalls for free.

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cayuga Heights (10 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.

Ithaca Falls waterfall

Ithaca Falls

24.6 miles away
New York
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Hector Falls waterfall

Hector Falls

47.3 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cayuga Heights (15 waterfalls)

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

Lucifer Falls waterfall

Lucifer Falls

21.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Taughannock Falls waterfall

Taughannock Falls

29.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 250 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near Cayuga Heights

The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

39 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pratts Falls waterfall

Pratts Falls

31.6 miles away
New York
Easy
1.3 miles 150 ft
Delphi Falls waterfall

Delphi Falls

17 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

White Store Falls

16 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Brickyard Falls waterfall CC

Brickyard Falls

34.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Edwards Falls waterfall

Edwards Falls

27.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cayuga Heights

Are there free waterfalls near Cayuga Heights?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Cayuga Heights, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cayuga Heights?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Cayuga Heights, including Bucktail Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cayuga Heights?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cayuga Heights, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cayuga Heights?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cayuga Heights, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cayuga Heights?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cayuga Heights?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Cayuga Heights?

The tallest waterfall near Cayuga Heights is Taughannock Falls at 215 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cayuga Heights?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Cayuga Heights have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cayuga Heights?

The closest waterfall to Cayuga Heights is Ithaca Falls, approximately 0.9 miles away.

🏙️ Other Cities Near Cayuga Heights With Waterfalls

Ithaca, NY
31,359 residents
Cortland, NY
17,574 residents
Auburn, NY
26,674 residents
Elmira, NY
26,494 residents
Endicott, NY
13,540 residents
Endwell, NY
11,826 residents
Johnson City, NY
15,229 residents
Corning, NY
10,685 residents
Geneva, NY
12,670 residents
Binghamton, NY
156,375 residents
Syracuse, NY
410,732 residents
Fulton, NY
11,381 residents

Where to Stay

The Springwater Inn

The Springwater Inn

8.7 453 reviews
Best Western University Inn

Best Western University Inn

7.4 562 reviews
Hotel Ithaca

Hotel Ithaca

7.6 1,057 reviews
Homewood Suites by Hilton Ithaca

Homewood Suites by Hilton Ithaca

8.7 235 reviews
See all hotels near Cayuga Heights
Cabins & Rentals VRBO

Browse vacation cabins and private rentals nearby
Glamping Hipcamp

Unique outdoor stays — tents, yurts, and treehouses
RV Rentals Outdoorsy

Rent a campervan or RV for your waterfall road trip

Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

← → walk · Esc to stop