Waterfall Hikes Near Hornell, NY

8,208 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hornell? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hornell. 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 42.3333°N, -77.6633°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hornell

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

16 of 17 waterfalls near Hornell are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Strong Aunt Sarahs Falls Roaring Glenora Falls Roaring Hector Falls Roaring Shequaga Falls Roaring Bear Falls Roaring Oskonsa Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Roaring Fall Brook Falls Roaring Honeoye Falls Strong Lower Falls Roaring Middle Falls Roaring Upper Falls Roaring Silver Thread Falls Roaring Triphammer Falls Strong Stone Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 82°F

Aft 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 72°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 77°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 82°F Sunny Best
Sat 85°F Partly Sunny
Sun 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 81°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Hornell

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Aunt Sarahs Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Fall Brook Falls Roaring · 435 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Glenora Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Hector Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Upper Falls Roaring · 1690 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Lower Falls Roaring · 1690 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hornell (8 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.

Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

13.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hornell (13 waterfalls)

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

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

12.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

13.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall Brook Falls waterfall

Fall Brook Falls

13.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Hornell

Stone Falls waterfall

Stone Falls

7.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Oskonsa Falls

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

Lower Falls

12.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

13.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

13.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fall Brook Falls waterfall

Fall Brook Falls

13.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Falls waterfall

Bear Falls

New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Triphammer Falls waterfall

Triphammer Falls

15 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Honeoye Falls waterfall

Honeoye Falls

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

Aunt Sarahs Falls

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

Shequaga Falls

14 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hector Falls waterfall

Hector Falls

18.2 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Glenora Falls

23.9 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

39.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

11.6 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Silver Thread Falls waterfall

Silver Thread Falls

27.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

31.4 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hornell

Are there free waterfalls near Hornell?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Hornell, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hornell?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Hornell, including Angel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hornell?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hornell, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hornell?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hornell, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hornell?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hornell?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hornell is Angel Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hornell?

The tallest waterfall near Hornell is Hector Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hornell?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Hornell have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hornell?

The closest waterfall to Hornell is Stone Falls, approximately 10.1 miles away.

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