Waterfall Hikes Near Shortsville, NY

1,745 residents
New_York Time Zone
23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Shortsville? There are 23 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Shortsville. 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 42.9556°N, -77.2227°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Shortsville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

23 of 23 gauged

23 waterfalls near Shortsville have live flow data today

Aunt Sarahs Falls Moderate Glenora Falls Moderate Hector Falls Moderate Shequaga Falls Moderate Bucktail Falls Low Carpenter Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Low Clifton Falls Barely Flowing Montville Falls Barely Flowing Moonshine Falls Barely Flowing Parson Falls Barely Flowing Fall Brook Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Low Lower Falls Low Middle Falls Low Honeoye Falls Barely Flowing Hosmer Falls Low Oak Tree Falls Low Silver Thread Falls Low Triphammer Falls Barely Flowing Taughannock Falls Barely Flowing Stone Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 58°F

Sun 81°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 90°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 73°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 58°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 67°F Partly Sunny
Sat 69°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Shortsville (9 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.

Honeoye Falls waterfall

Honeoye Falls

19 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

1.5 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Silver Thread Falls waterfall

Silver Thread Falls

19.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Shortsville (13 waterfalls)

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

Triphammer Falls waterfall

Triphammer Falls

7.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

41.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

All 23 Waterfalls Near Shortsville

Honeoye Falls waterfall

Honeoye Falls

19 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

1.5 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Triphammer Falls waterfall

Triphammer Falls

7.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls waterfall CC

Middle Falls

42.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

41.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Silver Thread Falls waterfall

Silver Thread Falls

19.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Clifton Falls waterfall

Clifton Falls

31.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hosmer Falls

19.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Moonshine Falls

31.1 miles away
New York
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

11.6 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Fall Brook Falls waterfall

Fall Brook Falls

46.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Oak Tree Falls waterfall

Oak Tree Falls

11.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Glenora Falls

36.9 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Stone Falls waterfall

Stone Falls

25.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hector Falls waterfall

Hector Falls

10.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

8.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Parson Falls

28.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carpenter Falls waterfall

Carpenter Falls

12.5 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Aunt Sarahs Falls waterfall

Aunt Sarahs Falls

0.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shequaga Falls waterfall

Shequaga Falls

5.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Shortsville

Are there free waterfalls near Shortsville?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Shortsville, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Shortsville?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Shortsville, including Bucktail Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Shortsville?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Shortsville, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Shortsville?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Shortsville, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Shortsville?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Shortsville, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Shortsville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Shortsville?

The tallest waterfall near Shortsville is Taughannock Falls at 215 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Shortsville?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Shortsville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Shortsville?

The closest waterfall to Shortsville is Honeoye Falls, approximately 15.8 miles away.

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