Waterfall Hikes Near Harris Hill, NY

6,107 residents
New York Time Zone
35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Harris Hill? There are 35 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Harris Hill. 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 42.9730°N, -78.6793°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Harris Hill

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 35 gauged

10 of 31 waterfalls near Harris Hill are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Fall Brook Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Triphammer Falls Low Stoney Pitcher Falls Barely Flowing Lower Ball's Falls Moderate Upper Ball's Falls Moderate West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls Moderate Louth Falls Moderate Quarry Springs Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Thirty Road Falls Moderate Lower Beamer Falls Moderate Beamer's Falls Moderate Konkle Falls Moderate Decew Falls Strong Terrace Falls Strong Lower Decew Falls Strong Lower Rockway Falls Strong Rockway Falls Strong Swayze Falls Strong Scout Falls Strong North Eller Falls Strong Effingham Falls Strong Lower Scout Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Wed 90°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 92°F Sunny
Fri 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 83°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Harris Hill

Updated about 6 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Decew Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Terrace Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 Lower Decew Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  4. 4 Lower Rockway Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  5. 5 Rockway Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Swayze Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Harris Hill (16 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.

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

22.9 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

36.9 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

23 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

23 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
American Falls waterfall

American Falls

23.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

All 35 Waterfalls Near Harris Hill

Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

20.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

22.9 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

36.9 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

23 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

23 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
American Falls waterfall

American Falls

23.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

48.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

24 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
North Eller Falls waterfall

North Eller Falls

52.2 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
4.0 km 61 m
Terrace Falls waterfall

Terrace Falls

52.3 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
4.0 km Unknown
Scout Falls waterfall

Scout Falls

52.4 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

23 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Decew Falls waterfall

Decew Falls

51.4 km away
Ontario
Moderate
1.6 km 46 m
Lower Scout Falls waterfall

Lower Scout Falls

52.5 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Lower Decew Falls waterfall

Lower Decew Falls

51.6 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
3.2 km 73 m
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

37.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Swayze Falls waterfall

Swayze Falls

53.6 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
6.6 km 104 m
Effingham Falls waterfall

Effingham Falls

54.2 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
2.4 km Unknown
Stoney Pitcher Falls waterfall CC

Stoney Pitcher Falls

36.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rockway Falls waterfall

Rockway Falls

56.4 km away
In Rockway Conservation Area
Ontario
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Harris Hill

Are there free waterfalls near Harris Hill?

There are 24 free waterfalls near Harris Hill, including Beamer's Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Harris Hill?

There are 16 easy waterfall hikes near Harris Hill, including American Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Harris Hill?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Harris Hill, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Harris Hill?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Harris Hill, including American Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Harris Hill?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Harris Hill?

The shortest waterfall hike near Harris Hill is American Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Harris Hill?

The tallest waterfall near Harris Hill is Bridal Veil Falls at 181 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Harris Hill?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Harris Hill have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Harris Hill?

The closest waterfall to Harris Hill is Johnson Falls, approximately 21.5 miles away.

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