Waterfall Hikes Near Oswego, NY

17,092 residents

New York Time Zone

21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oswego? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oswego. 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 43.4516°N, -76.5005°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oswego

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

9 of 21 waterfalls near Oswego are flowing strongly today

Beaver Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Talcott Falls Strong Brickyard Falls Moderate Edwards Falls Moderate Bucktail Falls Moderate Carpenter Falls Moderate Fellows Falls Moderate Clifton Falls Strong Montville Falls Strong Moonshine Falls Strong Parson Falls Strong Hosmer Falls Moderate Oak Tree Falls Moderate Ithaca Falls Strong Mad River Falls Moderate Pratts Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Salmon River Falls Barely Flowing Winns Pond Moderate Taughannock Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 72°F

Aft 73°F Mostly Sunny

Sat 72°F Mostly Sunny

Sun 71°F Sunny

Lab 72°F Sunny Best

Tue 73°F Partly Sunny

Wed 79°F Rain Showers Likely

Thu 72°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Oswego

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oswego (5 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.

Carpenter Falls waterfall

Carpenter Falls

24.7 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Oswego (11 waterfalls)

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

Salmon River Falls waterfall

Salmon River Falls

27.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Mad River Falls

35.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.5 miles 300 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Oswego

Salmon River Falls waterfall

Salmon River Falls

27.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Winns Pond

22.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Mad River Falls

35.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.5 miles 300 ft

Parson Falls

15.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Carpenter Falls waterfall

Carpenter Falls

24.7 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Montville Falls

17.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bucktail Falls waterfall

Bucktail Falls

29.6 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Clifton Falls waterfall

Clifton Falls

22.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Moonshine Falls

21.6 miles away

New York

Easy

1.2 miles 150 ft

Talcott Falls waterfall

Talcott Falls

4.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Brickyard Falls waterfall

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Brickyard Falls

29.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Edwards Falls waterfall

Edwards Falls

28.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Fellows Falls waterfall

Fellows Falls

11.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

47.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Pratts Falls waterfall

Pratts Falls

26.3 miles away

New York

Easy

1.3 miles 150 ft

The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

17.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Oak Tree Falls waterfall

Oak Tree Falls

20.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Hosmer Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

46.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Ithaca Falls waterfall

Ithaca Falls

49.2 miles away

New York

Easy

0.2 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oswego

Are there free waterfalls near Oswego?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Oswego, including Brickyard Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oswego?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Oswego, including Bucktail Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oswego?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Oswego, including Brickyard Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oswego?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Oswego, including Brickyard Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oswego?

The shortest waterfall hike near Oswego is Beaver Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Oswego?

The tallest waterfall near Oswego is Taughannock Falls at 215 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oswego?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Oswego have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oswego?

The closest waterfall to Oswego is Salmon River Falls, approximately 28.4 miles away.

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