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

40 waterfalls near Prospect have live flow data today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 86°F

Mon 86°F Sunny Best
Tue 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 90°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Fri 88°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 83°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Prospect

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Sliding Falls Moderate · 758 cfs 59th percentile
  2. 2 High Falls Moderate · 758 cfs 59th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 2030 cfs 35th percentile
  4. 4 Rexford Falls Low · 129 cfs 23rd percentile
  5. 5 Button Falls Low · 129 cfs 23rd percentile
  6. 6 Saint Marys Falls Low · 223 cfs 12th 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 (29 waterfalls)

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

Upper High Falls waterfall

Upper High Falls

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

Lower High Falls

33 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sherman Falls

32.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 40 Waterfalls Near Prospect

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

8.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Elmer Falls waterfall

Elmer Falls

4.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stockbridge Falls waterfall

Stockbridge Falls

2.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Leatherstocking Falls waterfall

Leatherstocking Falls

5.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Judds Falls waterfall

Judds Falls

17.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Jerden Falls

19.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Perryville Falls waterfall

Perryville Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mad River Falls

7.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Rexford Falls waterfall

Rexford Falls

22.9 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Saint Marys Falls

20.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sliding Falls waterfall

Sliding Falls

37.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canajoharie Falls waterfall

Canajoharie Falls

28.4 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Chittenango Falls waterfall

Chittenango Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Salmon River Falls waterfall

Salmon River Falls

33.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Christine Falls

32.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Auger Falls waterfall

Auger Falls

28.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Austin Falls waterfall

Austin Falls

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

High Falls

38.1 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Edwards Falls waterfall

Edwards Falls

16.5 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 26 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 miles away.

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