Waterfall Hikes Near Prospect, NY

275 residents
New_York Time Zone
40 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Prospect? There are 40 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Prospect. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 43.3025°N, -75.1513°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Prospect

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

40 of 40 gauged

18 of 40 waterfalls near Prospect are flowing strongly today

Agers Falls Moderate Lyons Falls Moderate Pixley Falls Moderate Auger Falls Barely Flowing Austin Falls Barely Flowing Christine Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Button Falls Strong Rexford Falls Strong Canajoharie Falls Moderate Judds Falls Moderate Chittenango Falls Strong Edwards Falls Strong Perryville Falls Strong Crandall Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Lower High Falls Roaring Mill Dam Falls Roaring Sherman Falls Roaring Upper High Falls Roaring Trenton Falls Roaring Dicob Falls Moderate Eagle Falls Moderate Elmer Falls Moderate Jerden Falls Moderate Eatonville Falls Low Shingle Mill Falls Low Singing Waters Falls Low Whitaker Falls Low High Falls Strong Sliding Falls Strong Leatherstocking Falls Strong Limekiln Falls Moderate Mad River Falls Roaring Saint Marys Falls Low Salmon River Falls Strong Winns Pond Moderate T Lake Falls Moderate Stockbridge Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Thu 56°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 63°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 69°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 79°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 76°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Prospect (6 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Prospect (29 waterfalls)

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

Upper High Falls waterfall

Upper High Falls

0 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower High Falls waterfall

Lower High Falls

0 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sherman Falls waterfall

Sherman Falls

0.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 40 Waterfalls Near Prospect

Mill Dam Falls waterfall

Mill Dam Falls

24.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Trenton Falls waterfall

Trenton Falls

24.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper High Falls waterfall

Upper High Falls

0 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

33.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower High Falls waterfall

Lower High Falls

0 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sherman Falls waterfall

Sherman Falls

0.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Crandall Falls waterfall

Crandall Falls

48.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pixley Falls waterfall

Pixley Falls

31.1 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Agers Falls waterfall

Agers Falls

New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lyons Falls waterfall

Lyons Falls

32.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Singing Waters Falls

32.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shingle Mill Falls waterfall

Shingle Mill Falls

18.7 miles away
New York
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Limekiln Falls waterfall

Limekiln Falls

35.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Eatonville Falls waterfall

Eatonville Falls

34.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Button Falls waterfall

Button Falls

14.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
T Lake Falls waterfall

T Lake Falls

New York
Hard
10.0 miles 1,500 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

19.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Dicob Falls

31.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whitaker Falls waterfall

Whitaker Falls

32.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winns Pond

28.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Prospect

Are there free waterfalls near Prospect?

There are 25 free waterfalls near Prospect, including Agers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Prospect?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Prospect, including Canajoharie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Prospect?

There are 29 dog-friendly waterfalls near Prospect, including Agers Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Prospect?

There are 31 kid-friendly waterfalls near Prospect, including Agers Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Prospect?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Prospect?

The shortest waterfall hike near Prospect is Agers Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Prospect?

The tallest waterfall near Prospect is T Lake Falls at 600 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Prospect?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Prospect has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Prospect?

The closest waterfall to Prospect is Mill Dam Falls, approximately 1.0 miles away.

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