Waterfall Hikes Near Fairport, NY

5,442 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fairport? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fairport. 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 43.0990°N, -77.4427°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fairport

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

13 waterfalls near Fairport have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Clifton Falls Moderate Fall Brook Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Honeoye Falls Barely Flowing Hosmer Falls Barely Flowing Silver Thread Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Triphammer Falls Moderate Stone Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 96°F

Wed 96°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 97°F Sunny
Fri 94°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Fairport

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Triphammer Falls Moderate · 13 cfs 58th percentile
  2. 2 Clifton Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 44th percentile
  3. 3 High Falls Barely Flowing · 619 cfs 4th percentile
  4. 4 Lower Falls Barely Flowing · 619 cfs 4th percentile
  5. 5 Middle Falls Barely Flowing · 619 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 Hosmer Falls Barely Flowing · 23 cfs 3rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fairport (4 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.

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

0.4 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Honeoye Falls waterfall

Honeoye Falls

27.6 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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fairport (9 waterfalls)

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

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

1.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Triphammer Falls waterfall

Triphammer Falls

21.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Fairport

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

0.4 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Middle Falls waterfall CC

Middle Falls

0.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

1.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Honeoye Falls waterfall

Honeoye Falls

27.6 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Triphammer Falls waterfall

Triphammer Falls

21.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Stone Falls waterfall

Stone Falls

44.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

37.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Thread Falls waterfall

Silver Thread Falls

11.7 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Clifton Falls waterfall

Clifton Falls

37.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

45.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Hosmer Falls

10.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fairport

Are there free waterfalls near Fairport?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Fairport, including Cascade Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fairport?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Fairport, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fairport?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fairport, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairport?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fairport, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fairport?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fairport?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fairport is Buttermilk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fairport?

The tallest waterfall near Fairport is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fairport?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Fairport have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fairport?

The closest waterfall to Fairport is High Falls, approximately 10.3 miles away.

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