Waterfall Hikes Near Richville, NY

272 residents
New York Time Zone
65 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Richville? There are 65 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Richville. 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 44.4151°N, -75.3924°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Richville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

65 of 65 gauged

17 of 65 waterfalls near Richville are flowing strongly today

Agers Falls Low Lyons Falls Low Allen Falls Low Bruner Falls Low High Falls Low Kingsley Falls Low Sylvan Falls Low Augerhole Falls Barely Flowing Bog River Falls Barely Flowing Jamestown Falls Barely Flowing Moody Falls Barely Flowing Basford Falls Moderate Browns Falls Moderate Copper Rock Falls Moderate Flat Rock Falls Moderate Greenwood Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Madison Chute Moderate Newton Falls Moderate Plumb Brook Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Dam Falls Moderate Sinclair Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Sliding Falls Moderate Beaver Falls Low Burrville Cider Mill Falls Low Butternut Falls Low Catfish Falls Low Childs Falls Low Great Falls Low Pleasant Creek Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Sperrys Falls Low Brasher Falls Low Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Coopers Falls Barely Flowing Harts Falls Barely Flowing Jacksons Falls Barely Flowing Rensselaer Falls Barely Flowing Rushton Falls Barely Flowing Dicob Falls Strong Eagle Falls Strong Elmer Falls Strong High Falls Strong Jerden Falls Strong Kings Falls Strong Eatonville Falls Barely Flowing Shingle Mill Falls Barely Flowing Singing Waters Falls Barely Flowing Whitaker Falls Barely Flowing Emeryville Falls Barely Flowing Fullerville Falls Barely Flowing Hazleton Falls Barely Flowing Five Falls (historical) Roaring Gain Twist Falls (historical) Roaring Harper Falls Roaring Higley Falls Roaring Lampsons Falls Roaring Little Falls (historical) Roaring Pelkys Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Three Falls Roaring Stark Falls Roaring Ferguson Waterfall Roaring

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers · 84°F

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

Flowing best right now near Richville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Harper Falls Roaring · 3090 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Gain Twist Falls (historical) Roaring · 3090 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Stark Falls Roaring · 3090 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Three Falls Roaring · 3090 cfs 90th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Roaring · 3090 cfs 90th percentile
  6. 6 Higley Falls Roaring · 3090 cfs 90th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Richville (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.

Rensselaer Falls waterfall

Rensselaer Falls

18.5 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Richville (35 waterfalls)

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

Fullerville Falls

27.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 65 Waterfalls Near Richville

Emeryville Falls

25.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Coopers Falls waterfall

Coopers Falls

14.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fullerville Falls

27.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hazleton Falls

28.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Plumb Brook Falls

16.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rensselaer Falls waterfall

Rensselaer Falls

18.5 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Jacksons Falls waterfall

Jacksons Falls

20.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harts Falls waterfall

Harts Falls

0.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lampsons Falls waterfall

Lampsons Falls

20.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harper Falls waterfall

Harper Falls

1.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pelkys Falls

3.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rock Dam Falls waterfall

Rock Dam Falls

33.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Basford Falls

17.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Madison Chute

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rushton Falls waterfall

Rushton Falls

5.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sinclair Falls waterfall

Sinclair Falls

17.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Greenwood Falls waterfall

Greenwood Falls

30.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

1.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Flat Rock Falls waterfall

Flat Rock Falls

18.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Richville

Are there free waterfalls near Richville?

There are 34 free waterfalls near Richville, including Agers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Richville?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Richville, including Ferguson Waterfall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Richville?

There are 35 dog-friendly waterfalls near Richville, including Agers Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Richville?

There are 39 kid-friendly waterfalls near Richville, including Agers Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Richville?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Richville, including Lampsons Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Richville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Richville is Agers Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Richville?

The tallest waterfall near Richville is Great Falls at 77 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Richville require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Richville requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Richville?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Richville has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Richville?

The closest waterfall to Richville is Emeryville Falls, approximately 6.8 miles away.

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