Waterfall Hikes Near South Hill, NY

6,613 residents
New York Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near South Hill? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of South Hill. 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 42.4113°N, -76.4883°W

Map of Waterfalls Near South Hill

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

26 of 26 gauged

26 waterfalls near South Hill have live flow data today

Aunt Sarahs Falls Barely Flowing Glenora Falls Barely Flowing Hector Falls Barely Flowing Shequaga Falls Barely Flowing Bear Falls Barely Flowing Oskonsa Falls Barely Flowing Brickyard Falls Barely Flowing Delphi Falls Barely Flowing Bucktail Falls Barely Flowing Carpenter Falls Barely Flowing Fellows Falls Barely Flowing Tinker Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Clifton Falls Barely Flowing Montville Falls Barely Flowing Moonshine Falls Barely Flowing Parson Falls Barely Flowing Hosmer Falls Barely Flowing Oak Tree Falls Barely Flowing Silver Thread Falls Barely Flowing Ithaca Falls Low Lucifer Falls Barely Flowing Taughannock Falls Barely Flowing Pratts Falls Low The Cascades Low Spicer Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 89°F

Mon 89°F Sunny Best
Tue 92°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 97°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 97°F Sunny
Fri 94°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 91°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near South Hill

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Spicer Falls Low · 173 cfs 11th percentile
  2. 2 The Cascades Low · 71 cfs 11th percentile
  3. 3 Pratts Falls Low · 71 cfs 11th percentile
  4. 4 Ithaca Falls Low · 47 cfs 10th percentile
  5. 5 Bear Falls Barely Flowing · 18 cfs 9th percentile
  6. 6 Silver Thread Falls Barely Flowing · 23 cfs 9th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near South Hill (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.

Ithaca Falls waterfall

Ithaca Falls

11.5 miles away
New York
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Hector Falls waterfall

Hector Falls

14.6 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around South Hill (16 waterfalls)

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

Lucifer Falls waterfall

Lucifer Falls

10.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Taughannock Falls waterfall

Taughannock Falls

2.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 250 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near South Hill

Ithaca Falls waterfall

Ithaca Falls

11.5 miles away
New York
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Lucifer Falls waterfall

Lucifer Falls

10.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft
Taughannock Falls waterfall

Taughannock Falls

2.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 250 ft
Hector Falls waterfall

Hector Falls

14.6 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Parson Falls

28.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Montville Falls

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

Shequaga Falls

17.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Aunt Sarahs Falls waterfall

Aunt Sarahs Falls

17.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Glenora Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Oak Tree Falls

9.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Moonshine Falls

38.4 miles away
New York
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

Hosmer Falls

10.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clifton Falls waterfall

Clifton Falls

37.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Thread Falls waterfall

Silver Thread Falls

11.7 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Carpenter Falls waterfall

Carpenter Falls

19.6 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Bucktail Falls waterfall

Bucktail Falls

30.4 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Fellows Falls waterfall

Fellows Falls

33.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Tinker Falls waterfall

Tinker Falls

48.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Spicer Falls

37.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near South Hill

Are there free waterfalls near South Hill?

There are 13 free waterfalls near South Hill, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near South Hill?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near South Hill, including Bear Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in South Hill?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near South Hill, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near South Hill?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near South Hill, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near South Hill?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near South Hill, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near South Hill?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near South Hill?

The tallest waterfall near South Hill is Taughannock Falls at 215 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around South Hill?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near South Hill have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to South Hill?

The closest waterfall to South Hill is Ithaca Falls, approximately 2.2 miles away.

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