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Best Swimming Waterfalls in New York

Explore 3 amazing waterfalls with swimming holes and safe swimming areas in New York. From easy strolls to challenging hikes, find your perfect waterfall adventure.

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Swimming Waterfalls
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Easy Hikes
2
Moderate
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Challenging

Top Swimming Waterfalls in New York

Buttermilk Falls
Moderate

Buttermilk Falls

Tompkins County

3.0 mi
2-3 hours
Lucifer Falls
Moderate

Lucifer Falls

Tompkins County

4.6 mi
2.5-3.5 hours
Taughannock Falls
Easy

Taughannock Falls

Tompkins County

1.5 mi
1-1.5 hours

Easy Swimming Hikes

Easy

Perfect for beginners and families. These waterfalls with swimming holes and safe swimming areas have gentle trails and minimal elevation gain.

Taughannock Falls
Easy

Taughannock Falls

Tompkins County

1.5 mi
1-1.5 hours

Moderate Swimming Trails

Moderate

A bit more adventure with some elevation gain. Great for regular hikers seeking waterfalls with swimming holes and safe swimming areas.

Buttermilk Falls
Moderate

Buttermilk Falls

Tompkins County

3.0 mi
2-3 hours
Lucifer Falls
Moderate

Lucifer Falls

Tompkins County

4.6 mi
2.5-3.5 hours

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