Waterfall Hikes Near Syracuse, NY

410,732 residents

New York Time Zone

29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Chittenango Falls drops 167 feet into its gorge about half an hour southeast of Syracuse, and the half-mile loop to the base costs only 100 feet of climbing back out. Pratts Falls runs 137 feet in a county park closer to town, with a 1.3-mile loop. Dogs are allowed at both. Brickyard Falls in Manlius is barely a walk, two tenths of a mile for a 20-foot drop. Twenty-nine falls make the list, thick on the ground once you get into the hills south of the Thruway.

Located at 43.0407°N, -76.1437°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Syracuse

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11 of 29 waterfalls near Syracuse are flowing strongly today

Brickyard Falls Moderate Chittenango Falls Moderate Delphi Falls Moderate Edwards Falls Moderate Perryville Falls Moderate Bucktail Falls Moderate Carpenter Falls Moderate Fellows Falls Moderate Tinker Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Button Falls Strong Rexford Falls Strong Clifton Falls Strong Montville Falls Strong Moonshine Falls Strong Parson Falls Strong Hosmer Falls Strong Oak Tree Falls Strong Lucifer Falls Strong Taughannock Falls Strong Mad River Falls Moderate Pratts Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Salmon River Falls Barely Flowing Winns Pond Moderate Talcott Falls Moderate Stockbridge Falls Moderate Spicer Falls Strong

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Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 77°F

Aft 78°F Mostly Sunny

Sat 75°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny

Sun 75°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny

Lab 75°F Areas Of Fog then Sunny

Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny Best

Wed 82°F Rain Showers Likely

Thu 75°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Syracuse (9 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.

Pratts Falls

26.3 miles away

New York

Easy

1.3 miles 150 ft

Bucktail Falls

29.6 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Syracuse (19 waterfalls)

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

Brickyard Falls

29.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Fellows Falls

11.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

The Cascades

17.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Syracuse

Mad River Falls

35.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.5 miles 300 ft

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

Ithaca Falls

49.2 miles away

New York

Easy

0.2 miles 50 ft

Taughannock Falls

9 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 250 ft

Rexford Falls

27.6 miles away

New York

Easy

0.4 miles 100 ft

Talcott Falls

4.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Button Falls

32.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Lucifer Falls

5.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

4.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Syracuse

Are there free waterfalls near Syracuse?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Syracuse, including Brickyard Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Syracuse?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Syracuse, including Bucktail Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Syracuse?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Syracuse, including Brickyard Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Syracuse?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Syracuse, including Brickyard Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Syracuse?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Syracuse?

The shortest waterfall hike near Syracuse is Brickyard Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Syracuse?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Syracuse?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Syracuse have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Syracuse?

The closest waterfall to Syracuse is Brickyard Falls, approximately 9.4 miles away.

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