Waterfall Hikes Near Sylvania, PA

246 residents
New York Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sylvania? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sylvania. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 41.8029°N, -76.8607°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sylvania

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

46 of 46 gauged

15 of 46 waterfalls near Sylvania are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Moderate Angel Falls Moderate B Reynolds Falls Moderate Cayuga Falls Moderate Cold Run Road Falls Moderate Conestoga Falls Moderate Delaware Falls Moderate Dry Run Falls Moderate Dutchman Falls Moderate Erie Falls Moderate F L Ricketts Falls Moderate Ganoga Falls Moderate Harrison Wright Falls Moderate Huron Falls Moderate Kitchen Creek Falls Moderate Lewis Falls Moderate Lincoln Falls Moderate Mohawk Falls Moderate Mohican Falls Moderate Murray Reynolds Falls Moderate Oneida Falls Moderate Onondaga Falls Moderate Ozone Falls Moderate R B Ricketts Falls Moderate Seneca Falls Moderate Shawnee Falls Moderate Sheldon Reynolds Falls Moderate Wyandot Falls Moderate Wenonan Falls Moderate Tuscarora Falls Moderate Aunt Sarahs Falls Strong Glenora Falls Strong Hector Falls Strong Shequaga Falls Strong Bear Falls Strong Oskonsa Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Strong Fallbrook Falls Strong Hosmer Falls Strong Oak Tree Falls Strong Silver Thread Falls Strong Ithaca Falls Strong Lucifer Falls Strong Taughannock Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 70°F

Aft 75°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 70°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 68°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 70°F Sunny Best
Tue 72°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 71°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 75°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Sylvania

Updated about 1 hour ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Roaring · 1450 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Ithaca Falls Strong · 459 cfs 86th percentile
  3. 3 Taughannock Falls Strong · 188 cfs 85th percentile
  4. 4 Lucifer Falls Strong · 188 cfs 85th percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 56 cfs 83rd percentile
  6. 6 Bear Falls Strong · 66 cfs 81st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sylvania (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sylvania (39 waterfalls)

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

Fallbrook Falls waterfall

Fallbrook Falls

33.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

36.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lincoln Falls waterfall

Lincoln Falls

39.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dry Run Falls waterfall

Dry Run Falls

35.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Aunt Sarahs Falls waterfall

Aunt Sarahs Falls

19.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shequaga Falls waterfall

Shequaga Falls

19.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Sylvania

Ithaca Falls waterfall

Ithaca Falls

49.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Oneida Falls waterfall

Oneida Falls

38.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.2 miles 400 ft
Mohawk Falls waterfall

Mohawk Falls

38.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cayuga Falls waterfall

Cayuga Falls

38.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ganoga Falls waterfall

Ganoga Falls

38.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Onondaga Falls waterfall

Onondaga Falls

21.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Seneca Falls waterfall

Seneca Falls

29.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Delaware Falls waterfall

Delaware Falls

29.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
F L Ricketts Falls waterfall

F L Ricketts Falls

21.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mohican Falls waterfall

Mohican Falls

29 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Conestoga Falls waterfall

Conestoga Falls

29.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shawnee Falls waterfall

Shawnee Falls

21.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huron Falls waterfall

Huron Falls

37.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ozone Falls waterfall

Ozone Falls

37.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tuscarora Falls waterfall

Tuscarora Falls

29.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Erie Falls waterfall

Erie Falls

29.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
R B Ricketts Falls waterfall

R B Ricketts Falls

37.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hosmer Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
B Reynolds Falls waterfall

B Reynolds Falls

44.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sylvania

Are there free waterfalls near Sylvania?

There are 36 free waterfalls near Sylvania, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sylvania?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Sylvania, including Bear Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sylvania?

There are 39 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sylvania, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sylvania?

There are 33 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sylvania, including Adams Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sylvania?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Sylvania, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sylvania?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sylvania is Adams Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Sylvania?

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

Do any waterfalls near Sylvania require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Sylvania requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sylvania?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Sylvania have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sylvania?

The closest waterfall to Sylvania is Fallbrook Falls, approximately 11.5 miles away.

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