Waterfall Hikes Near Niagara Falls, NY

48,502 residents
Toronto Time Zone
90 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Niagara Falls? There are 90 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Niagara Falls. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 43.0921°N, -79.0147°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Niagara Falls

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

86 of 90 gauged

10 of 86 waterfalls near Niagara Falls are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Arkwright Falls Barely Flowing Shumla Falls Barely Flowing Stoney Pitcher Falls Barely Flowing Lower Ball's Falls Moderate Upper Ball's Falls Moderate West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls Moderate Louth Falls Moderate Quarry Springs Falls Moderate Scenic Falls Moderate Borer's Falls Moderate Webster's Falls Moderate Tew's Falls Moderate Mountview Falls Moderate Upper Princess Falls Moderate Chedoke Falls Moderate Upper Sanatorium Falls Moderate Lower Sanatorium Cascade Moderate Cliffview Falls Moderate Lower Westcliffe Falls Moderate Lower Princess Falls Moderate Lower Cliffview Falls Moderate Sydenham Falls Moderate Romar Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Thirty Road Falls Moderate Lower Beamer Falls Moderate Beamer's Falls Moderate West of Fifty Upper Cascade Moderate West of Fifty Lower Falls Moderate Fifty Road Cascade Moderate East of Fifty Falls Moderate Puddicombe Falls Moderate Konkle Falls Moderate Grand Cascade Moderate Vinemount West Falls Moderate Albion Falls Moderate Devil's Punchbowl Falls Moderate Felker's Falls Moderate Taro Falls Moderate Lower Punchbowl Falls Moderate Dewitt Falls Moderate Baby Albion Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Hannon Cascade Moderate Billy Monkley Cascade Moderate Billy Green Falls Moderate Little Davis Falls Moderate Glover's Falls Moderate Centennial Falls Moderate McNeilly Falls Moderate McNeilly West Falls Moderate Tallman East Falls Moderate Vinemount East Falls Moderate Lewis Road West Falls Moderate Lewis Road East Falls Moderate Pond Falls Moderate Promontory Falls Moderate Canterbury Falls Barely Flowing Tiffany Falls Barely Flowing Upper Mohawk Falls Barely Flowing Washboard Falls Barely Flowing Stephanie Falls Barely Flowing Sherman Falls Barely Flowing Little Canterbury Falls Barely Flowing Old Dundas Road Falls Barely Flowing Ancaster Heights Falls Barely Flowing Upper Shaver Falls Barely Flowing Shaver Falls Barely Flowing Lower Little Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Lower Mill Falls Barely Flowing Upper Mill Falls Barely Flowing Mohawk Cascade Barely Flowing 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

Thursday

Sunny · 94°F

Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 94°F Sunny Best
Fri 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Niagara Falls

Updated about 6 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rockway Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Swayze Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 Scout Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  4. 4 Lower Rockway Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  5. 5 Lower Decew Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Terrace Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Niagara Falls (47 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.

23.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
23 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
23 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
22.9 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
36.9 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown

All 90 Waterfalls Near Niagara Falls

23.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
23 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
23 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
22.9 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
36.9 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
52.2 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
4.0 km 61 m
52.3 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
4.0 km Unknown
52.4 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
51.4 km away
Ontario
Moderate
1.6 km 46 m
52.5 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
51.6 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
3.2 km 73 m
53.6 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
6.6 km 104 m
54.2 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
2.4 km Unknown
56.4 km away
In Rockway Conservation Area
Ontario
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown
56.6 km away
In Rockway Conservation Area
Ontario
Moderate
1.9 km 74 m
58.2 km away
Ontario
Moderate
2.3 km 60 m
60 km away
Ontario
Moderate
1.9 km Unknown
1.3 km away
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
0.6 km away
Ontario
Easy
1.0 km 24 m
55.3 km away
Ontario
Moderate
1.6 km Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Niagara Falls

Are there free waterfalls near Niagara Falls?

There are 82 free waterfalls near Niagara Falls, including Albion Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Niagara Falls?

There are 47 easy waterfall hikes near Niagara Falls, including Albion Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Niagara Falls?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Niagara Falls, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Niagara Falls?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Niagara Falls, including American Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Niagara Falls?

The shortest waterfall hike near Niagara Falls is Albion Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Niagara Falls?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Niagara Falls?

Yes, 81 waterfalls near Niagara Falls have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Niagara Falls?

The closest waterfall to Niagara Falls is American Falls, approximately 2.6 miles away.

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