Waterfall Hikes Near Watertown, NY

24,859 residents
New_York Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Watertown? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Watertown. 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 43.9734°N, -75.9094°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Watertown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 34 gauged

15 of 34 waterfalls near Watertown are flowing strongly today

Agers Falls Strong Lyons 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 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 Strong Shingle Mill Falls Strong Singing Waters Falls Strong Whitaker Falls Strong Emeryville Falls Strong Fullerville Falls Strong Hazleton Falls Strong Mad River Falls Moderate Salmon River Falls Moderate Winns Pond Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 64°F

Sat 75°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 69°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 84°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 71°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 59°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 64°F Mostly Sunny Best

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Watertown hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Find waterfalls to hike near Watertown

Have your own travel site? Embed these waterfalls for free.

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Watertown (3 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)

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

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

20.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Burrville Cider Mill Falls

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

Talcott Falls

19.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Watertown

Eatonville Falls waterfall

Eatonville Falls

34.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hazleton Falls

8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fullerville Falls

8.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Emeryville Falls

17.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shingle Mill Falls waterfall

Shingle Mill Falls

18.7 miles away
New York
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Singing Waters Falls

32.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lyons Falls waterfall

Lyons Falls

32.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Greenwood Falls waterfall

Greenwood Falls

2.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Agers Falls waterfall

Agers Falls

New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sliding Falls waterfall

Sliding Falls

11.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rock Dam Falls waterfall

Rock Dam Falls

0.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Madison Chute

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

High Falls

41.8 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Browns Falls waterfall

Browns Falls

42.9 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 22 free waterfalls near Watertown, including Agers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Watertown?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Watertown, including High Falls.

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 1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Watertown?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Watertown?

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

🏙️ Other Cities Near Watertown With Waterfalls

Fort Drum, NY
16,298 residents
Oswego, NY
17,092 residents
De Witt, NY
11,261 residents
Fulton, NY
11,381 residents
Rome, NY
32,031 residents
Oneida, NY
10,326 residents
Syracuse, NY
410,732 residents
Utica, NY
116,766 residents
Cortland, NY
17,574 residents
Auburn, NY
26,674 residents
Geneva, NY
12,670 residents
Gloversville, NY
15,113 residents

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

8.2 489 reviews
Quality Inn & Suites Watertown Fort Drum

Quality Inn & Suites Watertown Fort Drum

8.3 289 reviews
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown - Thousand Islands by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown - Thousand Islands by IHG

8.6 366 reviews
See all hotels near Watertown
Cabins & Rentals VRBO

Browse vacation cabins and private rentals nearby
Glamping Hipcamp

Unique outdoor stays — tents, yurts, and treehouses
RV Rentals Outdoorsy

Rent a campervan or RV for your waterfall road trip

Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.