Waterfall Hikes Near Medina, NY

5,827 residents
New York Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Medina? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Medina. 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 43.2197°N, -78.3888°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Medina

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

30 of 34 gauged

10 of 30 waterfalls near Medina 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 High Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Honeoye Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Triphammer Falls Moderate 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 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 · 94°F

Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 96°F Sunny
Fri 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 86°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Medina

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Scout Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Effingham Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 North Eller Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  4. 4 Scout Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  5. 5 Swayze Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Rockway Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Medina (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.

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Angel Falls

24 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Medina (16 waterfalls)

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

Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

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

Cascade Falls

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

Lower Falls

1.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Medina

Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

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

Johnson Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Angel Falls

24 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

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

Lower Falls

1.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Middle Falls waterfall CC

Middle Falls

0.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
American Falls waterfall

American Falls

23.1 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
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

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

High Falls

0.4 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 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
Decew Falls waterfall

Decew Falls

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

Lower Decew Falls

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

Scout Falls

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

Lower Scout Falls

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

Terrace Falls

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

North Eller Falls

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

Triphammer Falls

21.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Medina

Are there free waterfalls near Medina?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Medina, including Cascade Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Medina?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Medina?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near Medina, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Medina?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Medina, including American Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Medina?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Medina?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Medina?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Medina?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Medina have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Medina?

The closest waterfall to Medina is Johnson Falls, approximately 23.2 miles away.

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