Waterfall Hikes Near Elmira, NY

26,494 residents

New_York Time Zone

25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Elmira? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Elmira. 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 42.0938°N, -76.8097°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Elmira

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

25 of 25 gauged

25 waterfalls near Elmira have live flow data today

Angel Falls Moderate Cold Run Road Falls Moderate Dry Run Falls Moderate Dutchman Falls Moderate Lincoln Falls Moderate Wenonan Falls Moderate Aunt Sarahs Falls Low Glenora Falls Low Hector Falls Low Shequaga Falls Low Bear Falls Barely Flowing Oskonsa Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clifton Falls Moderate Montville Falls Moderate Moonshine Falls Moderate Parson Falls Moderate Fallbrook Falls Moderate Hosmer Falls Moderate Oak Tree Falls Moderate Silver Thread Falls Moderate Ithaca Falls Moderate Lucifer Falls Moderate Taughannock Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Fri 65°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy

Sat 79°F Mostly Sunny Best

Sun 81°F Chance Rain Showers

Mon 89°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 92°F Sunny

Wed 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Thu 73°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Elmira (6 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.

Hector Falls

10.1 miles away

New York

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Bear Falls

25.3 miles away

New York

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

Glenora Falls

27.2 miles away

New York

Easy

0.4 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Elmira (15 waterfalls)

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

Shequaga Falls

5.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Aunt Sarahs Falls

0.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Elmira

Shequaga Falls

5.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Aunt Sarahs Falls

0.5 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

Bear Falls

25.3 miles away

New York

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

Oskonsa Falls

24 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Glenora Falls

27.2 miles away

New York

Easy

0.4 miles 100 ft

Buttermilk Falls

28.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Lucifer Falls

19.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

4.5 miles 500 ft

Silver Thread Falls

19.2 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Fallbrook Falls

35.3 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

38 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Taughannock Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 250 ft

Ithaca Falls

26.1 miles away

New York

Easy

0.2 miles 50 ft

Hosmer Falls

19.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Oak Tree Falls

11.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Lincoln Falls

42.8 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Moonshine Falls

31.1 miles away

New York

Easy

1.2 miles 150 ft

Clifton Falls

31.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dry Run Falls

30 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Angel Falls

48.5 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

3.5 miles 600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Elmira

Are there free waterfalls near Elmira?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Elmira, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Elmira?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Elmira, including Bear Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Elmira?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Elmira, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Elmira?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Elmira, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Elmira?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Elmira?

The shortest waterfall hike near Elmira is Angel Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Elmira?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Elmira?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Elmira have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Elmira?

The closest waterfall to Elmira is Shequaga Falls, approximately 14.0 miles away.

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