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 Barely Flowing Glenora Falls Barely Flowing Hector Falls Barely Flowing Shequaga Falls Barely Flowing Bear Falls Barely Flowing Oskonsa Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Clifton Falls Barely Flowing Montville Falls Barely Flowing Moonshine Falls Barely Flowing Parson Falls Barely Flowing Fallbrook 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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Mon 89°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 93°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 99°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 99°F Sunny
Fri 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 92°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Elmira

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Angel Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 26th percentile
  2. 2 Wenonan Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 26th percentile
  3. 3 Lincoln Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 26th percentile
  4. 4 Cold Run Road Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 26th percentile
  5. 5 Dry Run Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 26th percentile
  6. 6 Dutchman Falls Moderate · 8 cfs 26th percentile

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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 waterfall

Hector Falls

14.6 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bear Falls waterfall

Bear Falls

27.3 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Glenora Falls

13.3 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 waterfall

Shequaga Falls

17.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Aunt Sarahs Falls waterfall

Aunt Sarahs Falls

17.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Elmira

Cold Run Road Falls waterfall

Cold Run Road Falls

39.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wenonan Falls

35.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Parson Falls

28.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dutchman Falls waterfall

Dutchman Falls

10.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Montville Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Elmira

Are there free waterfalls near Elmira?

There are 13 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 miles away.

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