Waterfall Hikes Near Ithaca, NY

31,359 residents

New_York Time Zone

26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ithaca? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ithaca. 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 42.4442°N, -76.5032°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ithaca

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ithaca (10 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.

Ithaca Falls waterfall

Ithaca Falls

33.2 miles away

New York

Easy

0.2 miles 50 ft

Hector Falls waterfall

Hector Falls

36.4 miles away

New York

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ithaca (15 waterfalls)

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

Ithaca Falls waterfall

Ithaca Falls

33.2 miles away

New York

Easy

0.2 miles 50 ft

Lucifer Falls waterfall

Lucifer Falls

34.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

4.5 miles 500 ft

Taughannock Falls waterfall

Taughannock Falls

49.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 250 ft

All Hiking Trails Near Ithaca With Waterfalls

Ithaca Falls waterfall

Ithaca Falls

33.2 miles away

New York

Easy

0.2 miles 50 ft

Lucifer Falls waterfall

Lucifer Falls

34.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

4.5 miles 500 ft

Taughannock Falls waterfall

Taughannock Falls

49.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 250 ft

Parson Falls waterfall

Parson Falls

31.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hector Falls waterfall

Hector Falls

36.4 miles away

New York

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Montville Falls waterfall

Montville Falls

29.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Shequaga Falls waterfall

Shequaga Falls

38.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Aunt Sarahs Falls waterfall

Aunt Sarahs Falls

37.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Glenora Falls waterfall

Glenora Falls

37.7 miles away

New York

Easy

0.4 miles 100 ft

Oak Tree Falls waterfall

Oak Tree Falls

24.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Moonshine Falls waterfall

Moonshine Falls

41.2 miles away

New York

Easy

1.2 miles 150 ft

Hosmer Falls waterfall

Hosmer Falls

25.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Clifton Falls waterfall

Clifton Falls

40.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Silver Thread Falls waterfall

Silver Thread Falls

46.3 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

15.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Carpenter Falls waterfall

Carpenter Falls

22.5 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Bucktail Falls waterfall

Bucktail Falls

22.3 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Fellows Falls waterfall

Fellows Falls

31.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Tinker Falls waterfall

Tinker Falls

28 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Spicer Falls waterfall

Spicer Falls

27.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

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