Waterfall Hikes Near Northeast Ithaca, NY

2,627 residents

New_York Time Zone

25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Northeast Ithaca? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Northeast Ithaca. 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 42.4703°N, -76.4623°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Northeast Ithaca

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

25 of 25 gauged

4 of 25 waterfalls near Northeast Ithaca are flowing strongly today

Aunt Sarahs Falls Strong Glenora Falls Strong Hector Falls Strong Shequaga Falls Strong Brickyard Falls Barely Flowing Delphi Falls Barely Flowing Edwards Falls Barely Flowing Bucktail Falls Barely Flowing Carpenter Falls Barely Flowing Fellows Falls Barely Flowing Tinker Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Clifton Falls Barely Flowing Montville Falls Barely Flowing Moonshine Falls Barely Flowing Parson Falls Barely Flowing Hosmer Falls Barely Flowing Oak Tree Falls Barely Flowing Silver Thread Falls Barely Flowing Ithaca Falls Barely Flowing Lucifer Falls Barely Flowing Taughannock Falls Barely Flowing Pratts Falls Low The Cascades Low Spicer Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 66°F

Sun 82°F Mostly Sunny

Mon 90°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Thu 59°F Mostly Sunny

Fri 66°F Mostly Sunny Best

Sat 67°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Northeast Ithaca (10 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.

Ithaca Falls waterfall

Ithaca Falls

26.1 miles away

New York

Easy

0.2 miles 50 ft

Hector Falls waterfall

Hector Falls

10.1 miles away

New York

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Northeast Ithaca (15 waterfalls)

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

Lucifer Falls waterfall

Lucifer Falls

19.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

4.5 miles 500 ft

Taughannock Falls waterfall

Taughannock Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 250 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Northeast Ithaca

The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

27.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Pratts Falls waterfall

Pratts Falls

7.3 miles away

New York

Easy

1.3 miles 150 ft

Delphi Falls waterfall

Delphi Falls

18.7 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Brickyard Falls waterfall

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Brickyard Falls

28.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Edwards Falls waterfall

Edwards Falls

8.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Northeast Ithaca

Are there free waterfalls near Northeast Ithaca?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Northeast Ithaca, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Northeast Ithaca?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near Northeast Ithaca, including Bucktail Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Northeast Ithaca?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Northeast Ithaca, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Northeast Ithaca?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Northeast Ithaca, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Northeast Ithaca?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Northeast Ithaca?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Northeast Ithaca?

The tallest waterfall near Northeast Ithaca is Taughannock Falls at 215 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Northeast Ithaca?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Northeast Ithaca have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Northeast Ithaca?

The closest waterfall to Northeast Ithaca is Ithaca Falls, approximately 2.1 miles away.

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