Waterfall Hikes Near Elma Center, NY

3,434 residents
New York Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Elma Center? There are 33 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Elma Center. 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 42.8282°N, -78.6342°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Elma Center

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 33 gauged

10 of 29 waterfalls near Elma Center are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Arkwright Falls Barely Flowing Shumla Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Fall Brook Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Triphammer Falls Moderate Stoney Pitcher Falls Barely Flowing Lower Ball's Falls Moderate Upper Ball's Falls Moderate West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls Moderate Louth Falls Moderate Quarry Springs Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Decew Falls Strong Terrace Falls Strong Lower Decew Falls Strong Lower Rockway Falls Strong Rockway Falls Strong Swayze Falls Strong Scout Falls Strong North Eller Falls Strong Effingham Falls Strong Lower Scout Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 90°F

Tue 90°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
Wed 90°F Sunny Best
Thu 90°F Sunny
Fri 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Elma Center

Updated about 4 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Scout Falls Strong · 11 cfs 75th percentile
  2. 2 Effingham Falls Strong · 11 cfs 75th percentile
  3. 3 North Eller Falls Strong · 11 cfs 75th percentile
  4. 4 Scout Falls Strong · 11 cfs 75th percentile
  5. 5 Swayze Falls Strong · 11 cfs 75th percentile
  6. 6 Rockway Falls Strong · 11 cfs 75th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Elma Center (14 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.

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

24 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

22.9 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Elma Center (13 waterfalls)

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

Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

48.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

37.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Elma Center

Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

20.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

48.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

24 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

37.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stoney Pitcher Falls waterfall CC

Stoney Pitcher Falls

36.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

22.9 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

36.9 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

23 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

23 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
American Falls waterfall

American Falls

23.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

23 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Fall Brook Falls waterfall

Fall Brook Falls

26.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

47.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

46.6 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

45.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Triphammer Falls waterfall

Triphammer Falls

21.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
North Eller Falls waterfall

North Eller Falls

52.2 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
4.0 km 61 m
Terrace Falls waterfall

Terrace Falls

52.3 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
4.0 km Unknown
Scout Falls waterfall

Scout Falls

52.4 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Decew Falls waterfall

Decew Falls

51.4 km away
Ontario
Moderate
1.6 km 46 m

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Elma Center

Are there free waterfalls near Elma Center?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Elma Center, including Arkwright Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Elma Center?

There are 14 easy waterfall hikes near Elma Center, including American Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Elma Center?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Elma Center, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Elma Center?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Elma Center, including American Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Elma Center?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Elma Center, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Elma Center?

The shortest waterfall hike near Elma Center is American Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Elma Center?

The tallest waterfall near Elma Center is Bridal Veil Falls at 181 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Elma Center?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Elma Center have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Elma Center?

The closest waterfall to Elma Center is Johnson Falls, approximately 12.5 miles away.

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