Waterfall Hikes Near Central Square, NY

2,079 residents
New York Time Zone
37 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Central Square? There are 37 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Central Square. 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 43.2860°N, -76.1419°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Central Square

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 37 gauged

37 waterfalls near Central Square have live flow data today

Beaver Falls Barely Flowing Burrville Cider Mill Falls Barely Flowing Butternut Falls Barely Flowing Catfish Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Talcott Falls Barely Flowing Sperrys Falls Barely Flowing Brickyard Falls Barely Flowing Chittenango Falls Barely Flowing Delphi Falls Barely Flowing Edwards Falls Barely Flowing Perryville Falls Barely Flowing Bucktail Falls Barely Flowing Carpenter Falls Barely Flowing Fellows Falls Barely Flowing Tinker Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Clifton Falls Moderate Montville Falls Moderate Parson Falls Moderate Pratts Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Stockbridge Falls Barely Flowing Spicer Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 77°F

Sat 79°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 81°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 78°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 79°F Sunny
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 76°F Rain Showers Likely then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 77°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Central Square

Updated about 4 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Mill Dam Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 56th percentile
  2. 2 Trenton Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 56th percentile
  3. 3 Upper High Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 56th percentile
  4. 4 Sherman Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 56th percentile
  5. 5 Lower High Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 56th percentile
  6. 6 High Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 56th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Central Square (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.

Pratts Falls waterfall

Pratts Falls

31.6 miles away
New York
Easy
1.3 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Central Square (24 waterfalls)

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

Brickyard Falls waterfall CC

Brickyard Falls

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

Salmon River Falls

17.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fellows Falls waterfall

Fellows Falls

37.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

All 37 Waterfalls Near Central Square

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

8.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Parson Falls

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

Beaver Falls

6.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mill Dam Falls waterfall

Mill Dam Falls

25.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper High Falls waterfall

Upper High Falls

24.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Trenton Falls waterfall

Trenton Falls

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

High Falls

24.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower High Falls waterfall

Lower High Falls

44 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sherman Falls

44 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Burrville Cider Mill Falls

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

Great Falls

9.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sperrys Falls

21.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Catfish Falls

16.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Butternut Falls

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

Crandall Falls

20.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lyons Falls waterfall

Lyons Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clifton Falls waterfall

Clifton Falls

17.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Central Square

Are there free waterfalls near Central Square?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Central Square, including Brickyard Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Central Square?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Central Square, including Bucktail Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Central Square?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Central Square, including Brickyard Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Central Square?

There are 26 kid-friendly waterfalls near Central Square, including Brickyard Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Central Square?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Central Square, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Central Square?

The shortest waterfall hike near Central Square is Beaver Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Central Square?

The tallest waterfall near Central Square is Chittenango Falls at 167 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Central Square?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Central Square have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Central Square?

The closest waterfall to Central Square is Winns Pond, approximately 11.2 miles away.

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