Waterfall Hikes Near Oshawa, ON

450,963 residents
7 Waterfalls

within 80 km

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oshawa? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within an 80 km radius of Oshawa. These trails range from drive_up to easy difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 43.9000°N, -78.8667°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oshawa

Today's Conditions

Live data from the Water Survey of Canada

Water Flow

3 of 7 gauged

1 of 3 waterfalls near Oshawa is flowing strongly today

Horseshoe Falls Low Victoria Falls Strong Elliott Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via Water Survey of Canada

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Cloudy · 16°F

Tod 18°F Cloudy
Fri 11°F Cloudy
Sat 12°F Cloudy
Sun 16°F Cloudy Best
Mon 17°F Cloudy
Tue 10°F Cloudy
Wed 9°F Drizzle

Flowing best right now near Oshawa

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Horseshoe Falls Roaring · 0.7 m³/s 100th percentile
  2. 2 Victoria Falls Strong · 0.8 m³/s 76th percentile
  3. 3 Elliott Falls Moderate · 16 m³/s 49th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oshawa (7 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.

Victoria Falls waterfall

Victoria Falls

50.5 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown
Elliott Falls waterfall

Elliott Falls

69.1 km away
Ontario
Easy
0.4 km Unknown
American Falls waterfall

American Falls

48.4 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

48.5 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

48.5 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

49 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Oshawa

Victoria Falls waterfall

Victoria Falls

50.5 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown
Elliott Falls waterfall

Elliott Falls

69.1 km away
Ontario
Easy
0.4 km Unknown
American Falls waterfall

American Falls

48.4 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

48.5 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

48.5 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

49 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

78.9 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oshawa

Are there free waterfalls near Oshawa?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Oshawa, including Elliott Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oshawa?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Oshawa, including American Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oshawa?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Oshawa, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oshawa?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Oshawa, including American Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oshawa?

The shortest waterfall hike near Oshawa is American Falls at 0.2 km round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Oshawa?

The tallest waterfall near Oshawa is Bridal Veil Falls at 55 metres.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oshawa?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Oshawa have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oshawa?

The closest waterfall to Oshawa is Victoria Falls, approximately 50.5 km away.

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