Waterfall Hikes Near Cortland, NY

17,574 residents
New_York Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cortland? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cortland. 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 42.6004°N, -76.1784°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cortland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 34 gauged

2 of 34 waterfalls near Cortland are flowing strongly today

Aunt Sarahs Falls Low Glenora Falls Low Hector Falls Low Shequaga Falls Low Brickyard Falls Moderate Chittenango Falls Moderate Delphi Falls Moderate Edwards Falls Moderate Perryville Falls Moderate Bucktail Falls Barely Flowing Carpenter Falls Barely Flowing Fellows Falls Barely Flowing Tinker Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Button Falls Moderate Rexford Falls Moderate Clifton Falls Barely Flowing Montville Falls Barely Flowing Moonshine Falls Barely Flowing Parson Falls Barely Flowing Hosmer Falls Barely Flowing Oak Tree Falls Barely Flowing Silver Thread Falls Barely Flowing Ithaca Falls Low Lucifer Falls Barely Flowing Taughannock Falls Barely Flowing Pratts Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Saint Marys Falls Strong White Store Falls Strong Winns Pond Moderate Stockbridge Falls Moderate Spicer Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 29 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 65°F

Sat 76°F Sunny
Sun 74°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 84°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 74°F Rain Showers
Thu 59°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 65°F Mostly Sunny Best

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cortland (12 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.

Bucktail Falls waterfall

Bucktail Falls

16.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Tinker Falls waterfall

Tinker Falls

28.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Carpenter Falls waterfall

Carpenter Falls

12.5 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cortland (21 waterfalls)

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

Fellows Falls waterfall

Fellows Falls

29.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Cortland

Fellows Falls waterfall

Fellows Falls

29.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Bucktail Falls waterfall

Bucktail Falls

16.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Tinker Falls waterfall

Tinker Falls

28.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Montville Falls waterfall

Montville Falls

37.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Spicer Falls

27.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carpenter Falls waterfall

Carpenter Falls

12.5 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Parson Falls

37.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

27.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ithaca Falls waterfall

Ithaca Falls

26.1 miles away
New York
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Taughannock Falls waterfall

Taughannock Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 250 ft
Pratts Falls waterfall

Pratts Falls

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

Delphi Falls

18.7 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Lucifer Falls waterfall

Lucifer Falls

19.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Brickyard Falls waterfall CC

Brickyard Falls

32.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Oak Tree Falls waterfall

Oak Tree Falls

11.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

28.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Moonshine Falls

31.1 miles away
New York
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

Hosmer Falls

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

Edwards Falls

8.7 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 Cortland

Are there free waterfalls near Cortland?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Cortland, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cortland?

There are 12 easy waterfall hikes near Cortland, including Bucktail Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cortland?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cortland, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cortland?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cortland, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cortland?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Cortland, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cortland?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Cortland?

The tallest waterfall near Cortland is Taughannock Falls at 215 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cortland?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Cortland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cortland?

The closest waterfall to Cortland is Fellows Falls, approximately 11.4 miles away.

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