Waterfall Hikes Near Montour Falls, NY

1,830 residents

New_York Time Zone

21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Montour Falls? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Montour Falls. 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 42.3499°N, -76.8484°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Montour Falls

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

2 of 21 waterfalls near Montour Falls are flowing strongly today

Aunt Sarahs Falls Moderate Glenora Falls Moderate Hector Falls Moderate Shequaga Falls Moderate Bear Falls Low Oskonsa Falls Low Bucktail Falls Moderate Carpenter Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Roaring Clifton Falls Moderate Montville Falls Moderate Moonshine Falls Moderate Parson Falls Moderate Fallbrook Falls Roaring Hosmer Falls Moderate Oak Tree Falls Moderate Silver Thread Falls Moderate Ithaca Falls Moderate Lucifer Falls Moderate Taughannock Falls Moderate Stone Falls Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Thu 56°F Patchy Fog then Chance Rain Showers

Fri 66°F Chance Rain Showers

Sat 81°F Mostly Sunny

Sun 81°F Chance Rain Showers

Mon 89°F Mostly Sunny Best

Tue 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 86°F Rain Showers Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Montour Falls (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.

Hector Falls

10.1 miles away

New York

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Glenora Falls

New York

Easy

0.4 miles 100 ft

Silver Thread Falls

19.2 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Montour Falls (11 waterfalls)

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

Shequaga Falls

5.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Aunt Sarahs Falls

0.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Lucifer Falls

19.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

4.5 miles 500 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Montour Falls

Shequaga Falls

5.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Aunt Sarahs Falls

0.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hector Falls

10.1 miles away

New York

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Glenora Falls

New York

Easy

0.4 miles 100 ft

Silver Thread Falls

19.2 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Lucifer Falls

19.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

4.5 miles 500 ft

Taughannock Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 250 ft

Ithaca Falls

26.1 miles away

New York

Easy

0.2 miles 50 ft

Hosmer Falls

19.9 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

Moonshine Falls

31.1 miles away

New York

Easy

1.2 miles 150 ft

Clifton Falls

31.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Oskonsa Falls

24 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bear Falls

25.3 miles away

New York

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

Buttermilk Falls

28.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Parson Falls

31.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Montville Falls

37.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Fallbrook Falls

35.3 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Stone Falls

25.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Carpenter Falls

12.5 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Montour Falls

Are there free waterfalls near Montour Falls?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Montour Falls?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Montour Falls, including Bear Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Montour Falls?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Montour Falls, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Montour Falls?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Montour Falls, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Montour Falls?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Montour Falls?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Montour Falls?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Montour Falls?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Montour Falls have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Montour Falls?

The closest waterfall to Montour Falls is Shequaga Falls, approximately 0.4 miles away.

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