Waterfall Hikes Near Thousand Island Park, NY

216 residents
New York Time Zone
41 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Thousand Island Park? There are 41 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Thousand Island Park. 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 44.2865°N, -76.0254°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Thousand Island Park

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

41 of 41 gauged

17 of 41 waterfalls near Thousand Island Park are flowing strongly today

Basford Falls Strong Browns Falls Strong Copper Rock Falls Strong Flat Rock Falls Strong Greenwood Falls Strong Madison Chute Strong Newton Falls Strong Plumb Brook Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Rock Dam Falls Strong Sinclair Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Beaver Falls Moderate Burrville Cider Mill Falls Moderate Butternut Falls Moderate Catfish Falls Moderate Childs Falls Moderate Great Falls Moderate Pleasant Creek Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Talcott Falls Moderate Sperrys Falls Moderate Coopers Falls Moderate Harts Falls Moderate Jacksons Falls Moderate Rensselaer Falls Moderate Elmer Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Jerden Falls Barely Flowing Kings Falls Barely Flowing Emeryville Falls Strong Fullerville Falls Strong Hazleton Falls Strong Harper Falls Moderate Lampsons Falls Moderate Pelkys Falls Moderate Mad River Falls Barely Flowing Salmon River Falls Moderate Depot Creek Falls Roaring Brett's Falls Moderate Ferguson Waterfall Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 76°F

Tod 77°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 76°F Sunny Best
Sun 77°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 77°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Tue 77°F Sunny
Wed 77°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 74°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Thousand Island Park

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Ferguson Waterfall Roaring ยท 29 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Depot Creek Falls Roaring ยท 146 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Twin Falls Strong ยท 240 cfs 89th percentile
  4. 4 Sinclair Falls Strong ยท 240 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 Rock Dam Falls Strong ยท 240 cfs 89th percentile
  6. 6 Rainbow Falls Strong ยท 240 cfs 89th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Thousand Island Park (5 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Thousand Island Park (24 waterfalls)

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

Sperrys Falls

21.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

9.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Childs Falls waterfall

Childs Falls

11.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

All 41 Waterfalls Near Thousand Island Park

Salmon River Falls waterfall

Salmon River Falls

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

Coopers Falls

25.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Plumb Brook Falls

40.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mad River Falls

20.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Jerden Falls

21 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Basford Falls

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

Sinclair Falls

6.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

2.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Depot Creek Falls waterfall

Depot Creek Falls

72.3 km away
Ontario
Moderate
3.9 km 38 m
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

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

Rensselaer Falls

15.5 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Flat Rock Falls waterfall

Flat Rock Falls

3.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Browns Falls waterfall

Browns Falls

9.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Copper Rock Falls waterfall

Copper Rock Falls

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

Lampsons Falls

35.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jacksons Falls waterfall

Jacksons Falls

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

Harts Falls

26.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Newton Falls waterfall

Newton Falls

5.4 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Harper Falls waterfall

Harper Falls

5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Elmer Falls waterfall

Elmer Falls

18.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Thousand Island Park

Are there free waterfalls near Thousand Island Park?

There are 25 free waterfalls near Thousand Island Park, including Brett's Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Thousand Island Park?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Thousand Island Park, including Brett's Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Thousand Island Park?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Thousand Island Park, including Browns Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Thousand Island Park?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Thousand Island Park, including Browns Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Thousand Island Park?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Thousand Island Park, including Lampsons Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Thousand Island Park?

The shortest waterfall hike near Thousand Island Park is Basford Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Thousand Island Park?

The tallest waterfall near Thousand Island Park is Salmon River Falls at 110 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Thousand Island Park require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Thousand Island Park?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Thousand Island Park have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Thousand Island Park?

The closest waterfall to Thousand Island Park is Catfish Falls, approximately 9 miles away.

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