Waterfall Hikes Near SUNY Oswego, NY

3,338 residents

New York Time Zone

20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near SUNY Oswego? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of SUNY 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 43.4515°N, -76.5439°W

Map of Waterfalls Near SUNY Oswego

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

20 waterfalls near SUNY Oswego have live flow data today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Aft 71°F Partly Sunny

Sun 70°F Mostly Sunny

Lab 71°F Sunny

Tue 72°F Mostly Sunny Best

Wed 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Thu 70°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Fri 65°F Mostly Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near SUNY Oswego (4 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 SUNY Oswego (10 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 20 Waterfalls Near SUNY 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

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

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

Talcott Falls waterfall

Talcott Falls

4.2 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

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

Taughannock Falls waterfall

Taughannock Falls

9 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 250 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

Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

46.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near SUNY Oswego

Are there free waterfalls near SUNY Oswego?

There are 9 free waterfalls near SUNY Oswego, including Brickyard Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near SUNY Oswego?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near SUNY Oswego, including Bucktail Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in SUNY Oswego?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near SUNY Oswego, including Brickyard Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near SUNY Oswego?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near SUNY Oswego, including Brickyard Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near SUNY Oswego?

The shortest waterfall hike near SUNY Oswego is Beaver Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near SUNY Oswego?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around SUNY Oswego?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near SUNY Oswego have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to SUNY Oswego?

The closest waterfall to SUNY Oswego is Salmon River Falls, approximately 30.2 miles away.

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