Waterfall Hikes Near Watertown, NY

24,859 residents
New York Time Zone
35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

The Black River drops right through downtown Watertown, so falling water is part of the scenery here before you ever lace up boots. Great Falls runs 77 feet with only a half mile of walking. Burrville Cider Mill Falls pours beside a working cider mill a few minutes southeast of town, an easy stop in apple season. Talcott Falls is another gentle half mile. Thirty-five falls land within fifty miles, and dogs are welcome on every trail listed.

Located at 43.9734°N, -75.9094°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Watertown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

35 of 35 gauged

11 of 35 waterfalls near Watertown are flowing strongly today

Agers Falls Low Lyons Falls Low 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 Browns Falls Roaring Greenwood Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Madison Chute Roaring Rock Dam Falls Roaring Sliding Falls Roaring Dicob Falls Low Eagle Falls Low Elmer Falls Low High Falls Low Jerden Falls Low Kings Falls Low Eatonville Falls Low Shingle Mill Falls Low Singing Waters Falls Low Whitaker Falls Low Emeryville Falls Strong Fullerville Falls Strong Hazleton Falls Strong Mad River Falls Barely Flowing Salmon River Falls Strong Winns Pond Moderate Ferguson Waterfall Roaring

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 77°F

Tod 78°F Areas Of Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 77°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Sun 79°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 76°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 77°F Sunny Best
Wed 78°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 75°F Rain Showers Likely

Flowing best right now near Watertown

Updated about 2 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 Sliding Falls Roaring ยท 243 cfs 91st percentile
  3. 3 Rock Dam Falls Roaring ยท 243 cfs 91st percentile
  4. 4 Madison Chute Roaring ยท 243 cfs 91st percentile
  5. 5 High Falls Roaring ยท 243 cfs 91st percentile
  6. 6 Greenwood Falls Roaring ยท 243 cfs 91st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Watertown (4 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 Watertown (22 waterfalls)

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Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

9.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Burrville Cider Mill Falls

9.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Talcott Falls waterfall

Talcott Falls

2.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 35 Waterfalls Near Watertown

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

9.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Butternut Falls

10.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

6.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Burrville Cider Mill Falls

9.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Talcott Falls waterfall

Talcott Falls

2.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pleasant Creek Falls waterfall

Pleasant Creek Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

8.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

49.3 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Kings Falls waterfall

Kings Falls

18.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Catfish Falls

16.4 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

Sperrys Falls

21.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Salmon River Falls waterfall

Salmon River Falls

17.8 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
Elmer Falls waterfall

Elmer Falls

18.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whitaker Falls waterfall

Whitaker Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dicob Falls

49.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

19.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Winns Pond

27.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Watertown

Are there free waterfalls near Watertown?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Watertown, including Agers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Watertown?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Watertown, including Ferguson Waterfall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Watertown?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Watertown, including Agers Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Watertown?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Watertown, including Agers Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Watertown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Watertown is Agers Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Watertown?

The tallest waterfall near Watertown is Salmon River Falls at 110 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Watertown?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Watertown has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Watertown?

The closest waterfall to Watertown is Great Falls, approximately 0.3 miles away.

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Where to Stay

Comfort Inn & Suites Watertown - 1000 Islands

Comfort Inn & Suites Watertown - 1000 Islands

8.0 483 reviews
Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown Fort Drum

Days Inn by Wyndham Watertown Fort Drum

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Quality Inn & Suites Watertown Fort Drum

Quality Inn & Suites Watertown Fort Drum

8.3 289 reviews
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