Waterfall Hikes Near McLean, NY

389 residents

New_York Time Zone

32 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near McLean? There are 32 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of McLean. 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 42.5517°N, -76.2942°W

Map of Waterfalls Near McLean

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

32 of 32 gauged

3 of 32 waterfalls near McLean are flowing strongly today

Aunt Sarahs Falls Low Glenora Falls Low Hector Falls Low Shequaga Falls Low Brickyard Falls Moderate Chittenango Falls Moderate Delphi Falls Moderate Edwards Falls Moderate Perryville Falls Moderate Bucktail Falls Low Carpenter Falls Low Fellows Falls Low Tinker Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clifton Falls Moderate Montville Falls Moderate Moonshine Falls Moderate Parson Falls Moderate Hosmer Falls Moderate Oak Tree Falls Moderate Silver Thread Falls Moderate Ithaca Falls Moderate Lucifer Falls Moderate Taughannock Falls Moderate Pratts Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Rexford Falls Roaring Winns Pond Strong White Store Falls Roaring Stockbridge Falls Moderate Spicer Falls Moderate

Updated 38 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 77°F

Tod 55°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Fri 61°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy

Sat 77°F Sunny Best

Sun 77°F Rain Showers Likely

Mon 82°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Tue 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 78°F Rain Showers Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near McLean (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.

Ithaca Falls

26.1 miles away

New York

Easy

0.2 miles 50 ft

Carpenter Falls

12.5 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Bucktail Falls

16.3 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around McLean (20 waterfalls)

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

Taughannock Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 250 ft

All 32 Waterfalls Near McLean

Montville Falls

37.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Ithaca Falls

26.1 miles away

New York

Easy

0.2 miles 50 ft

Taughannock Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 250 ft

Carpenter Falls

12.5 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Parson Falls

34.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bucktail Falls

16.3 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Fellows Falls

29.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Lucifer Falls

19.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

4.5 miles 500 ft

Buttermilk Falls

28.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Tinker Falls

28.3 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Spicer Falls

27.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Oak Tree Falls

11.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

The Cascades

27.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Moonshine Falls

31.1 miles away

New York

Easy

1.2 miles 150 ft

Hosmer Falls

19.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Clifton Falls

31.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Silver Thread Falls

19.2 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Glenora Falls

6.7 miles away

New York

Easy

0.4 miles 100 ft

Hector Falls

10.1 miles away

New York

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Pratts Falls

7.3 miles away

New York

Easy

1.3 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near McLean

Are there free waterfalls near McLean?

There are 15 free waterfalls near McLean, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near McLean?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in McLean?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near McLean, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near McLean?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near McLean?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near McLean, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near McLean?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near McLean?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around McLean?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near McLean have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to McLean?

The closest waterfall to McLean is Montville Falls, approximately 13.0 miles away.

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