Waterfall Hikes Near North Boston, NY

2,554 residents
New York Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near North Boston? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of North Boston. 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 42.6773°N, -78.7793°W

Map of Waterfalls Near North Boston

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 31 gauged

10 of 27 waterfalls near North Boston are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Arkwright Falls Barely Flowing Shumla Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Fall Brook Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Upper 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 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 · 89°F

Wed 89°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 91°F Sunny
Fri 89°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 82°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 83°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near North Boston

Updated about 6 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 North Boston (13 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.

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

24 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around North Boston (11 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

All 31 Waterfalls Near North Boston

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

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

Johnson Falls

20.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stoney Pitcher Falls waterfall CC

Stoney Pitcher Falls

36.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

48.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 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
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

23 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
American Falls waterfall

American Falls

23.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Arkwright Falls waterfall

Arkwright Falls

16.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

47.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

46.6 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

37.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Shumla Falls

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

Lower Falls

45.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
North Eller Falls waterfall

North Eller Falls

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

Terrace Falls

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

Scout Falls

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

Decew Falls

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

Lower Scout Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near North Boston

Are there free waterfalls near North Boston?

There are 20 free waterfalls near North Boston, including Arkwright Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near North Boston?

There are 13 easy waterfall hikes near North Boston, including American Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in North Boston?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near North Boston, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near North Boston?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near North Boston, including American Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near North Boston?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near North Boston?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around North Boston?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near North Boston have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to North Boston?

The closest waterfall to North Boston is Angel Falls, approximately 14.9 miles away.

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