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

40 of 86 waterfalls near Niagara Falls are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Moderate Johnson Falls Moderate Johnson Falls Moderate Arkwright Falls Moderate Shumla Falls Moderate Stoney Pitcher Falls Strong Lower Ball's Falls Strong Upper Ball's Falls Strong West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls Strong Louth Falls Strong Quarry Springs Falls Strong Scenic Falls Strong Borer's Falls Strong Webster's Falls Strong Tew's Falls Strong Mountview Falls Strong Upper Princess Falls Strong Chedoke Falls Strong Upper Sanatorium Falls Strong Lower Sanatorium Cascade Strong Cliffview Falls Strong Lower Westcliffe Falls Strong Lower Princess Falls Strong Lower Cliffview Falls Strong Sydenham Falls Strong Romar Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Moderate Thirty Road Falls Strong Lower Beamer Falls Strong Beamer's Falls Strong West of Fifty Upper Cascade Strong West of Fifty Lower Falls Strong Fifty Road Cascade Strong East of Fifty Falls Strong Puddicombe Falls Strong Konkle Falls Strong 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 Low Tiffany Falls Low Upper Mohawk Falls Low Washboard Falls Low Stephanie Falls Low Sherman Falls Low Little Canterbury Falls Low Old Dundas Road Falls Low Ancaster Heights Falls Low Upper Shaver Falls Low Shaver Falls Low Lower Little Falls Low Little Falls Low Lower Mill Falls Low Upper Mill Falls Low Mohawk Cascade Low 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 43 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Tod 77°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 76°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 78°F Partly Sunny
Sat 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 80°F Sunny
Mon 83°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Niagara Falls

Updated about 4 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Scout Falls Strong · 13 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Swayze Falls Strong · 13 cfs 89th percentile
  3. 3 Rockway Falls Strong · 13 cfs 89th percentile
  4. 4 Decew Falls Strong · 13 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 Lower Rockway Falls Strong · 13 cfs 89th percentile
  6. 6 Lower Decew Falls Strong · 13 cfs 89th 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

0.5 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
1.1 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown
1.1 km away
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
0.6 km away
Ontario
Easy
1.9 km Unknown
1 km away
In Iroquoia Heights
Ontario
Easy
1.0 km 30 m
In Iroquoia Heights
Ontario
Moderate
7.4 km 121 m
0 km away
Ontario
Easy
Unknown Unknown
0 km away
Ontario
Easy
Unknown Unknown
0.4 km away
In Iroquoia Heights
Ontario
Moderate
0.6 km Unknown
28.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
1.2 km away
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
1.2 km away
Ontario
Moderate
Unknown Unknown
Ontario
Moderate
2.4 km 84 m
0.7 km away
In Dundas Valley Conservation Area
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 29 m
0.2 km away
Ontario
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
0 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
1.0 km 15 m
62.1 km away
Ontario
Moderate
3.7 km 96 m
0 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown
62 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown 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.