Waterfall Hikes Near Central Square, NY

2,079 residents
New_York Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Central Square? There are 34 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

34 of 34 gauged

17 of 34 waterfalls near Central Square are flowing strongly today

Beaver Falls Low Burrville Cider Mill Falls Low Butternut Falls Low Great Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Talcott Falls Low Brickyard Falls Strong Chittenango Falls Strong Delphi Falls Strong Edwards Falls Strong Perryville Falls Strong Bucktail Falls Moderate Carpenter Falls Moderate Fellows Falls Moderate Tinker Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clifton Falls Moderate Montville Falls Moderate Parson Falls Moderate High Falls Roaring Lower High Falls Roaring Mill Dam Falls Roaring Sherman Falls Roaring Upper High Falls Roaring Trenton Falls Roaring Lyons Falls Moderate Pixley Falls Moderate Mad River Falls Roaring Pratts Falls Strong The Cascades Strong Salmon River Falls Roaring Winns Pond Strong Stockbridge Falls Strong Spicer Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Thu 58°F Mostly Cloudy
Fri 64°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 75°F Rain Showers Likely
Mon 83°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 78°F Rain Showers Likely

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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

7.3 miles away
New York
Easy
1.3 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Central Square (22 waterfalls)

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

Brickyard Falls waterfall CC

Brickyard Falls

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

Salmon River Falls

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

Fellows Falls

29.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Central Square

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

10.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Parson Falls

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

Beaver Falls

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

Mill Dam Falls

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

Upper High Falls

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

Trenton Falls

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

High Falls

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

Lower High Falls

0 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sherman Falls waterfall

Sherman Falls

0.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Burrville Cider Mill Falls

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

Great Falls

20.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Butternut Falls

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

Lyons Falls

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

Clifton Falls

31.7 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 19 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 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Central Square, including Brickyard Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Central Square?

There are 24 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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