Waterfall Hikes Near South Lansing, NY

910 residents
New_York Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near South Lansing? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of South Lansing. 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 42.5369°N, -76.4968°W

Map of Waterfalls Near South Lansing

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

26 of 26 gauged

3 of 26 waterfalls near South Lansing are flowing strongly today

Aunt Sarahs Falls Moderate Glenora Falls Moderate Hector Falls Moderate Shequaga Falls Moderate Brickyard Falls Moderate Chittenango Falls Moderate Delphi Falls Moderate Edwards Falls Moderate Bucktail Falls Moderate Carpenter Falls Moderate Fellows Falls Moderate Tinker Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Roaring Clifton Falls Moderate Montville Falls Moderate Moonshine Falls Moderate Parson Falls Moderate Hosmer Falls Moderate Oak Tree Falls Moderate Silver Thread Falls Moderate Ithaca Falls Moderate Lucifer Falls Moderate Taughannock Falls Moderate Pratts Falls Strong The Cascades Strong Spicer Falls Moderate

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 78°F

Tod 55°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 62°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 78°F Sunny Best
Sun 77°F Rain Showers Likely
Mon 83°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 79°F Rain Showers Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near South Lansing (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

26.1 miles away
New York
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft

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

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

Taughannock Falls waterfall

Taughannock Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 250 ft
Lucifer Falls waterfall

Lucifer Falls

19.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near South Lansing

Ithaca Falls waterfall

Ithaca Falls

26.1 miles away
New York
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Taughannock Falls waterfall

Taughannock Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 250 ft
Lucifer Falls waterfall

Lucifer Falls

19.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Parson Falls

31.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Montville Falls waterfall

Montville Falls

37.7 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

Moonshine Falls

31.1 miles away
New York
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

Hosmer Falls

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

Clifton Falls

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

Silver Thread Falls

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

Carpenter Falls

12.5 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Glenora Falls

New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Hector Falls waterfall

Hector Falls

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

Shequaga Falls

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

Aunt Sarahs Falls

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

Bucktail Falls

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

Fellows Falls

29.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

28.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tinker Falls waterfall

Tinker Falls

28.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Spicer Falls

27.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near South Lansing

Are there free waterfalls near South Lansing?

There are 12 free waterfalls near South Lansing, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near South Lansing?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near South Lansing, including Bucktail Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in South Lansing?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near South Lansing?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near South Lansing?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near South Lansing?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near South Lansing?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around South Lansing?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near South Lansing have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to South Lansing?

The closest waterfall to South Lansing is Ithaca Falls, approximately 4.3 miles away.

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