Waterfall Hikes Near Crystal Beach, NY

746 residents

New_York Time Zone

29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Crystal Beach? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Crystal Beach. 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 42.8095°N, -77.2582°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Crystal Beach

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 29 gauged

1 of 29 waterfalls near Crystal Beach is flowing strongly today

Aunt Sarahs Falls Moderate Glenora Falls Moderate Hector Falls Moderate Shequaga Falls Moderate Bear Falls Low Oskonsa Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Carpenter Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Low Clifton Falls Moderate Montville Falls Moderate Moonshine Falls Moderate Parson Falls Moderate Fall Brook Falls Roaring High Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Honeoye Falls Low Hosmer Falls Moderate Oak Tree Falls Moderate Silver Thread Falls Moderate Ithaca Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Middle Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Lucifer Falls Moderate Taughannock Falls Moderate Triphammer Falls Barely Flowing Stone Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 77°F

Thu 52°F Chance Rain Showers

Fri 64°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

Sat 77°F Mostly Sunny Best

Sun 74°F Rain Showers Likely

Mon 84°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 76°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Crystal Beach (11 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.

Honeoye Falls

19 miles away

New York

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Silver Thread Falls

19.2 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Crystal Beach (18 waterfalls)

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

Triphammer Falls

7.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Fall Brook Falls

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Crystal Beach

Honeoye Falls

19 miles away

New York

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Triphammer Falls

7.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Fall Brook Falls

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Silver Thread Falls

19.2 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Clifton Falls

31.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hosmer Falls

19.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Moonshine Falls

31.1 miles away

New York

Easy

1.2 miles 150 ft

Oak Tree Falls

11.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Glenora Falls

New York

Easy

0.4 miles 100 ft

Stone Falls

25.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

High Falls

1.5 miles away

New York

Easy

1.5 miles 200 ft

Middle Falls

3.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Falls

41.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.0 miles 200 ft

Oskonsa Falls

24 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hector Falls

10.1 miles away

New York

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Cascade Falls

8.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bear Falls

25.3 miles away

New York

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

Parson Falls

32.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Carpenter Falls

12.5 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Aunt Sarahs Falls

0.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Crystal Beach

Are there free waterfalls near Crystal Beach?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Crystal Beach, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Crystal Beach?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Crystal Beach, including Bear Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Crystal Beach?

There are 18 dog-friendly waterfalls near Crystal Beach, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Crystal Beach?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Crystal Beach, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Crystal Beach?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Crystal Beach, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Crystal Beach?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Crystal Beach?

The tallest waterfall near Crystal Beach is Taughannock Falls at 215 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Crystal Beach?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Crystal Beach have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Crystal Beach?

The closest waterfall to Crystal Beach is Honeoye Falls, approximately 21.1 miles away.

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