Outdoors NearbyIthaca Falls
Ithaca Falls is a waterfall in New York, about 1 mile from Cayuga Heights. Horseshoe Falls is another fall in the area.
| Location | Near Cayuga Heights, New York Directions |
|---|---|
| Nearest trailhead | Unnamed trailhead, about 0.6 mi from the falls straight-line distance to Ithaca Falls; the trail itself is longer Directions to the trailhead |
Data: OpenStreetMap contributors. Water levels rise quickly after rain upstream, so keep away from the edge.
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More waterfalls nearby
- Horseshoe Falls near Cayuga Heights · 1 mi · trailhead 0.9 mi Directions
- Rocky Falls near Cayuga Heights · 1 mi · trailhead 0.9 mi Directions
- Triphammer Falls near Cayuga Heights · 1 mi · trailhead 1.2 mi Directions
- Potter's Falls near East Ithaca · 3 mi Directions
- Buttermilk Falls near South Hill · 3 mi Directions
- Emilie Jonas Falls near Lansing · 5 mi Directions
- Pocket Falls near Lansing · 5 mi Directions
- Lower Falls near South Hill · 5 mi Directions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ithaca Falls?
In New York, about 1 miles from Cayuga Heights, at 42.4528, -76.4916. Navigation apps may stop at the closest road, so have the coordinates handy.
Where does the hike to Ithaca Falls start?
The closest trailhead on the map is an unnamed one, about 0.6 miles from Ithaca Falls in a straight line. On foot it is farther, since trails rarely run straight.
What other waterfalls are near Ithaca Falls?
Horseshoe Falls (1 mi), Rocky Falls (1 mi), Triphammer Falls (1 mi) and Potter's Falls (3 mi).