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

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

26 of 26 gauged

26 waterfalls near Ithaca have live flow data today

Aunt Sarahs Falls Barely Flowing Glenora Falls Barely Flowing Hector Falls Barely Flowing Shequaga Falls Barely Flowing Brickyard Falls Barely Flowing Delphi Falls Barely Flowing Edwards Falls Barely Flowing Bucktail Falls Barely Flowing Carpenter Falls Barely Flowing Fellows Falls Barely Flowing Tinker Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Clifton Falls Barely Flowing Montville Falls Barely Flowing Moonshine Falls Barely Flowing Parson Falls Barely Flowing Hosmer Falls Barely Flowing Oak Tree Falls Barely Flowing Silver Thread Falls Barely Flowing Ithaca Falls Barely Flowing Lucifer Falls Barely Flowing Taughannock Falls Barely Flowing Oskonsa Falls Barely Flowing Pratts Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing Spicer Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Mon 92°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 92°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 99°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 99°F Sunny
Fri 94°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 91°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Ithaca

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Shequaga Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 7th percentile
  2. 2 Hector Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 7th percentile
  3. 3 Glenora Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 7th percentile
  4. 4 Aunt Sarahs Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 7th percentile
  5. 5 The Cascades Barely Flowing · 66 cfs 3rd percentile
  6. 6 Pratts Falls Barely Flowing · 66 cfs 3rd percentile

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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

11.5 miles away
New York
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Hector Falls waterfall

Hector Falls

14.6 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.

Lucifer Falls waterfall

Lucifer Falls

10.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Taughannock Falls waterfall

Taughannock Falls

2.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 250 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near Ithaca

Ithaca Falls waterfall

Ithaca Falls

11.5 miles away
New York
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Lucifer Falls waterfall

Lucifer Falls

10.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Taughannock Falls waterfall

Taughannock Falls

2.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 250 ft

Parson Falls

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

Hector Falls

14.6 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Montville Falls

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

Shequaga Falls

17.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Aunt Sarahs Falls waterfall

Aunt Sarahs Falls

17.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Glenora Falls

13.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Oak Tree Falls waterfall

Oak Tree Falls

9.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Moonshine Falls

38.4 miles away
New York
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

Hosmer Falls

10.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clifton Falls waterfall

Clifton Falls

37.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Thread Falls waterfall

Silver Thread Falls

11.7 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Carpenter Falls

19.6 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Bucktail Falls waterfall

Bucktail Falls

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

Fellows Falls

33.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Tinker Falls waterfall

Tinker Falls

48.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Spicer Falls

37.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ithaca

Are there free waterfalls near Ithaca?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Ithaca, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ithaca?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Ithaca, including Bucktail Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ithaca?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ithaca, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ithaca?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ithaca, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Ithaca?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ithaca?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Ithaca?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ithaca?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Ithaca have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ithaca?

The closest waterfall to Ithaca is Ithaca Falls, approximately 0.9 miles away.

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