Waterfall Hikes Near Prospect, NY

275 residents
New York Time Zone
44 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Prospect? There are 44 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

44 of 44 gauged

5 of 44 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 Browns Falls Barely Flowing Greenwood Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Madison Chute Barely Flowing Rock Dam Falls Barely Flowing Sliding Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Button Falls Barely Flowing Rexford Falls Barely Flowing Canajoharie Falls Barely Flowing Judds Falls Barely Flowing Chittenango Falls Low Edwards Falls Low Perryville Falls Low Crandall Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Lower High Falls Moderate Mill Dam Falls Moderate Sherman Falls Moderate Upper High Falls Moderate Trenton Falls Moderate Dicob Falls Moderate Eagle Falls Moderate Elmer Falls Moderate Jerden Falls Moderate Eatonville Falls Strong Shingle Mill Falls Strong Singing Waters Falls Strong Whitaker Falls Strong Leatherstocking Falls Barely Flowing Limekiln Falls Moderate Mad River Falls Barely Flowing Saint Marys Falls Barely Flowing Salmon River Falls Moderate Winns Pond Roaring T Lake Falls Moderate Stockbridge Falls Moderate

Updated 18 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 76°F

Thu 77°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 76°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 76°F Sunny Best
Sun 75°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 75°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 77°F Sunny
Wed 78°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Prospect

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Winns Pond Roaring ยท 11 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Eatonville Falls Roaring ยท 46 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Whitaker Falls Roaring ยท 46 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Singing Waters Falls Roaring ยท 46 cfs 90th percentile
  5. 5 Shingle Mill Falls Roaring ยท 46 cfs 90th percentile
  6. 6 High Falls Moderate ยท 9 cfs 48th percentile

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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 (32 waterfalls)

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

Upper High Falls waterfall

Upper High Falls

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

Lower High Falls

44 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sherman Falls

44 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 44 Waterfalls Near Prospect

Mill Dam Falls waterfall

Mill Dam Falls

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

Trenton Falls

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

Upper High Falls

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

High Falls

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

Lower High Falls

44 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sherman Falls

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

Crandall Falls

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

Pixley Falls

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

Agers Falls

2.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lyons Falls waterfall

Lyons Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Singing Waters Falls

3.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Shingle Mill Falls

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

Limekiln Falls

30.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Eatonville Falls

24.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Button Falls

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

T Lake Falls

28.1 miles away
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

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

Whitaker Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winns Pond

27.5 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 29 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 32 dog-friendly waterfalls near Prospect, including Agers Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Prospect?

There are 34 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 miles away.

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