Waterfall Hikes Near Sinclairville, NY

595 residents
New York Time Zone
23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sinclairville? There are 23 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sinclairville. 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 42.2653°N, -79.2590°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sinclairville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 23 gauged

16 of 19 waterfalls near Sinclairville are flowing strongly today

Arkwright Falls Moderate Shumla Falls Moderate Stoney Pitcher Falls Strong Lower Ball's Falls Roaring Upper Ball's Falls Roaring West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls Roaring Louth Falls Roaring Quarry Springs Falls Roaring Horseshoe Falls Moderate Decew Falls Roaring Terrace Falls Roaring Lower Decew Falls Roaring Lower Rockway Falls Roaring Rockway Falls Roaring Swayze Falls Roaring Scout Falls Roaring North Eller Falls Roaring Effingham Falls Roaring Lower Scout Falls Roaring

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 77°F

Aft 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Fri 78°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 77°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 75°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 76°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Sinclairville

Updated about 5 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Scout Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Effingham Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 North Eller Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Scout Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Swayze Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Rockway Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sinclairville (11 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.

Scout Falls waterfall

Scout Falls

66.8 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m

All 23 Waterfalls Near Sinclairville

Arkwright Falls waterfall

Arkwright Falls

49 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Shumla Falls

7.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stoney Pitcher Falls waterfall CC

Stoney Pitcher Falls

28.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
North Eller Falls waterfall

North Eller Falls

53.6 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
4.0 km 61 m
Terrace Falls waterfall

Terrace Falls

53.7 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
4.0 km Unknown
Scout Falls waterfall

Scout Falls

66.8 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Decew Falls waterfall

Decew Falls

43.4 km away
Ontario
Moderate
1.6 km 46 m
Lower Scout Falls waterfall

Lower Scout Falls

53.9 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Lower Decew Falls waterfall

Lower Decew Falls

0.2 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
3.2 km 73 m
Swayze Falls waterfall

Swayze Falls

55 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
6.6 km 104 m
Effingham Falls waterfall

Effingham Falls

55.5 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
2.4 km Unknown
Rockway Falls waterfall

Rockway Falls

57.8 km away
In Rockway Conservation Area
Ontario
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown
Lower Rockway Falls waterfall

Lower Rockway Falls

38.2 km away
In Rockway Conservation Area
Ontario
Moderate
1.9 km 74 m
Louth Falls waterfall

Louth Falls

48.2 km away
Ontario
Moderate
2.3 km 60 m
West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls waterfall

West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls

48.3 km away
Ontario
Moderate
1.9 km Unknown
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

16.7 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

10.4 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Upper Ball's Falls waterfall

Upper Ball's Falls

41.8 km away
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Lower Ball's Falls waterfall

Lower Ball's Falls

42.2 km away
Ontario
Easy
1.0 km 24 m
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

10.5 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sinclairville

Are there free waterfalls near Sinclairville?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Sinclairville, including Arkwright Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sinclairville?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Sinclairville, including American Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sinclairville?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sinclairville, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sinclairville?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sinclairville, including American Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sinclairville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sinclairville is American Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Sinclairville?

The tallest waterfall near Sinclairville is Bridal Veil Falls at 181 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sinclairville?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Sinclairville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sinclairville?

The closest waterfall to Sinclairville is Arkwright Falls, approximately 6.6 miles away.

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