Waterfall Hikes Near Fort Drum, NY

16,298 residents
New York Time Zone
48 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fort Drum? There are 48 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fort Drum. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 44.0450°N, -75.7845°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fort Drum

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

48 of 48 gauged

1 of 48 waterfalls near Fort Drum is flowing strongly today

Agers Falls Barely Flowing Lyons Falls Barely Flowing Basford Falls Low Browns Falls Low Copper Rock Falls Low Flat Rock Falls Low Greenwood Falls Low High Falls Low Madison Chute Low Newton Falls Low Plumb Brook Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Rock Dam Falls Low Sinclair Falls Low Twin Falls Low Sliding Falls Low Beaver Falls Barely Flowing Burrville Cider Mill Falls Barely Flowing Butternut Falls Barely Flowing Catfish Falls Barely Flowing Childs Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Pleasant Creek Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Talcott Falls Barely Flowing Sperrys Falls Barely Flowing Coopers Falls Moderate Harts Falls Moderate Jacksons Falls Moderate Rensselaer Falls Moderate Dicob Falls Moderate Eagle Falls Moderate Elmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Jerden Falls Moderate Kings Falls Moderate Eatonville Falls Barely Flowing Shingle Mill Falls Barely Flowing Singing Waters Falls Barely Flowing Whitaker Falls Barely Flowing Emeryville Falls Low Fullerville Falls Low Hazleton Falls Low Harper Falls Barely Flowing Lampsons Falls Barely Flowing Mad River Falls Barely Flowing Salmon River Falls Barely Flowing Ferguson Waterfall Strong

Updated 28 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 83°F

Aft 83°F Sunny Best
Mon 86°F Sunny
Tue 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 89°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Thu 89°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
Fri 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Fort Drum

Updated about 4 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Ferguson Waterfall Strong · 11 cfs 76th percentile
  2. 2 Kings Falls Moderate · 499 cfs 49th percentile
  3. 3 Jerden Falls Moderate · 499 cfs 49th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Moderate · 499 cfs 49th percentile
  5. 5 Dicob Falls Moderate · 499 cfs 49th percentile
  6. 6 Eagle Falls Moderate · 499 cfs 49th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fort Drum (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fort Drum (31 waterfalls)

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

Childs Falls waterfall

Childs Falls

19.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

19 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Burrville Cider Mill Falls

23.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 48 Waterfalls Near Fort Drum

Pleasant Creek Falls waterfall

Pleasant Creek Falls

17.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Butternut Falls

21.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Childs Falls waterfall

Childs Falls

19.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

19 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Burrville Cider Mill Falls

23.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

36.8 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

47.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kings Falls waterfall

Kings Falls

33.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Talcott Falls waterfall

Talcott Falls

45.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Catfish Falls

42 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Jerden Falls

19.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sperrys Falls

9.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mad River Falls

7.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Elmer Falls waterfall

Elmer Falls

4.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hazleton Falls

28.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fullerville Falls

27.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whitaker Falls waterfall

Whitaker Falls

31 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dicob Falls

37.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Emeryville Falls

25.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fort Drum

Are there free waterfalls near Fort Drum?

There are 30 free waterfalls near Fort Drum, including Agers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fort Drum?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Fort Drum, including Ferguson Waterfall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fort Drum?

There are 31 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fort Drum, including Agers Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fort Drum?

There are 33 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fort Drum, including Agers Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fort Drum?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Fort Drum, including Lampsons Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fort Drum?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fort Drum is Agers Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fort Drum?

The tallest waterfall near Fort Drum is Salmon River Falls at 110 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Fort Drum require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Fort Drum requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fort Drum?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Fort Drum has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fort Drum?

The closest waterfall to Fort Drum is Pleasant Creek Falls, approximately 3.1 miles away.

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