Waterfall Hikes Near Geneva, NY

12,670 residents
New_York Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Geneva? There are 30 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Geneva. 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 42.8645°N, -76.9826°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Geneva

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

30 of 30 gauged

1 of 30 waterfalls near Geneva is flowing strongly today

Aunt Sarahs Falls Low Glenora Falls Low Hector Falls Low Shequaga Falls Low Brickyard Falls Moderate Bucktail Falls Low Carpenter Falls Low Fellows Falls Low Tinker Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Clifton Falls Moderate Montville Falls Moderate Moonshine Falls Moderate Parson Falls Moderate Fall Brook Falls Roaring High Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Honeoye Falls Moderate Hosmer Falls Moderate Oak Tree Falls Moderate Silver Thread Falls Moderate Ithaca Falls Moderate Lucifer Falls Moderate Taughannock Falls Moderate Oskonsa Falls Barely Flowing Pratts Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Triphammer Falls Barely Flowing Stone Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Partly Sunny · 65°F

Aft 51°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 65°F Partly Sunny Best
Sat 79°F Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Sun 77°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 88°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Geneva (12 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.

Silver Thread Falls waterfall

Silver Thread Falls

19.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Moonshine Falls

31.1 miles away
New York
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

Glenora Falls

27.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Geneva

Silver Thread Falls waterfall

Silver Thread Falls

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

Clifton Falls

31.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hosmer Falls

19.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Moonshine Falls

31.1 miles away
New York
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Oak Tree Falls waterfall

Oak Tree Falls

11.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Glenora Falls

27.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Hector Falls waterfall

Hector Falls

10.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Parson Falls

37.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carpenter Falls waterfall

Carpenter Falls

12.5 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Honeoye Falls waterfall

Honeoye Falls

19 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Aunt Sarahs Falls waterfall

Aunt Sarahs Falls

0.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shequaga Falls waterfall

Shequaga Falls

5.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Montville Falls waterfall

Montville Falls

37.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Taughannock Falls waterfall

Taughannock Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 250 ft
Triphammer Falls waterfall

Triphammer Falls

7.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bucktail Falls waterfall

Bucktail Falls

16.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Fellows Falls waterfall

Fellows Falls

29.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

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

Lucifer Falls

19.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Fall Brook Falls waterfall

Fall Brook Falls

24.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Geneva

Are there free waterfalls near Geneva?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Geneva, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Geneva?

There are 12 easy waterfall hikes near Geneva, including Bucktail Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Geneva?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Geneva, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Geneva?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Geneva, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Geneva?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Geneva?

The shortest waterfall hike near Geneva is Aunt Sarahs Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Geneva?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Geneva?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Geneva have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Geneva?

The closest waterfall to Geneva is Silver Thread Falls, approximately 17.6 miles away.

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