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Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls, NY

Nature

Three waterfalls on the US–Canada border. Put on a poncho at the Cave of the Winds decks to get soaked.

Nearest town
Niagara Falls, NY
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
43.0828, -79.0742

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July. Cold, short days in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Branches of Niagara Campground & ResortCampsite
    6 mi from Niagara Falls
  • Motorhome stopover · BuffaloMotorhome stopover
    10 mi from Niagara Falls
    Motorhomes
  • Fourmile CreekMotorhome stopover
    14 mi from Niagara Falls
    TentsMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
  • Niagara Lakes Lazy ResortCampsite
    14 mi from Niagara Falls
  • Niagra WoodlandsCampsite
    16 mi from Niagara Falls
  • Daisy Barn CampgroundCampsite
    19 mi from Niagara Falls
    Wi-Fi

All campsites in New York · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Niagara Falls?

Niagara Falls is in Niagara Falls, NY, at GPS 43.0828, -79.0742. It is about 12 mi from Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Can you camp near Niagara Falls?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Branches of Niagara Campground & Resort, about 6 mi away; within 25 mi there are 6 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Niagara Falls?

Niagara Falls is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Niagara, Finger Lakes and Adirondacks and Spray, sandbars and migrating birds: by camper from Niagara Falls across Lake Erie to Canada's southern tip.

What is there to see near Niagara Falls?

Places worth a stop nearby: Letchworth State Park (63 mi), Presque Isle State Park (83 mi), Kinzua Bridge State Park (95 mi) and Women’s Rights National Historical Park (116 mi).

When is the best time to visit Niagara Falls?

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)