Waterfall Hikes Near Watkins Glen, NY

1,777 residents
New_York Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Watkins Glen? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Watkins Glen. 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 42.3801°N, -76.8673°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Watkins Glen

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

21 waterfalls near Watkins Glen have live flow data today

Aunt Sarahs Falls Low Glenora Falls Low Hector Falls Low Shequaga Falls Low Bear Falls Barely Flowing Oskonsa Falls Barely Flowing Bucktail Falls Low Carpenter Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clifton Falls Moderate Montville Falls Moderate Moonshine Falls Moderate Parson Falls Moderate Fallbrook Falls Moderate Hosmer Falls Moderate Oak Tree Falls Moderate Silver Thread Falls Moderate Ithaca Falls Moderate Lucifer Falls Moderate Taughannock Falls Moderate Stone Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Aft 54°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 64°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 91°F Sunny
Wed 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Watkins Glen (8 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.

Hector Falls waterfall

Hector Falls

10.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Glenora Falls

27.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Silver Thread Falls waterfall

Silver Thread Falls

19.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Watkins Glen (11 waterfalls)

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

Aunt Sarahs Falls waterfall

Aunt Sarahs Falls

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

Shequaga Falls

5.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lucifer Falls waterfall

Lucifer Falls

19.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Watkins Glen

Aunt Sarahs Falls waterfall

Aunt Sarahs Falls

0.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Glenora Falls

27.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Silver Thread Falls waterfall

Silver Thread Falls

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

Lucifer Falls

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

Taughannock Falls

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

Ithaca Falls

26.1 miles away
New York
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft

Hosmer Falls

19.9 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
Clifton Falls waterfall

Clifton Falls

31.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Oskonsa Falls

24 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Falls waterfall

Bear Falls

25.3 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Parson Falls

37.2 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Fallbrook Falls

35.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stone Falls waterfall

Stone Falls

25.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Carpenter Falls waterfall

Carpenter Falls

12.5 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Watkins Glen

Are there free waterfalls near Watkins Glen?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Watkins Glen, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Watkins Glen?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Watkins Glen, including Bear Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Watkins Glen?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Watkins Glen, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Watkins Glen?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Watkins Glen, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Watkins Glen?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Watkins Glen, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Watkins Glen?

The shortest waterfall hike near Watkins Glen is Aunt Sarahs Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Watkins Glen?

The tallest waterfall near Watkins Glen is Taughannock Falls at 215 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Watkins Glen?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Watkins Glen have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Watkins Glen?

The closest waterfall to Watkins Glen is Aunt Sarahs Falls, approximately 1.8 miles away.

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Where to Stay

The Anchor Inn

The Anchor Inn

8.3 440 reviews
Lakeside Resort

Lakeside Resort

9.2 781 reviews
Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel

Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel

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The Hotel Laurel at Seneca

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