Waterfall Hikes Near North Syracuse, NY

6,669 residents

New_York Time Zone

34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near North Syracuse? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of North Syracuse. 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 43.1339°N, -76.1304°W

Map of Waterfalls Near North Syracuse

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 34 gauged

10 of 34 waterfalls near North Syracuse are flowing strongly today

Brickyard Falls Moderate Chittenango Falls Moderate Delphi Falls Moderate Edwards Falls Moderate Perryville Falls Moderate Bucktail Falls Barely Flowing Carpenter Falls Barely Flowing Fellows Falls Barely Flowing Tinker Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clifton Falls Moderate Montville Falls Moderate Moonshine Falls Moderate Parson Falls Moderate High Falls Strong Lower High Falls Strong Mill Dam Falls Strong Sherman Falls Strong Upper High Falls Strong Trenton Falls Strong Hosmer Falls Low Oak Tree Falls Low Ithaca Falls Moderate Mad River Falls Strong Pixley Falls Strong Pratts Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Talcott Falls Moderate Salmon River Falls Strong Winns Pond Strong Taughannock Falls Moderate Stockbridge Falls Moderate Spicer Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 87°F

Fri 64°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy

Sat 79°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Sun 77°F Chance Rain Showers

Mon 87°F Mostly Sunny Best

Tue 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 81°F Rain Showers Likely

Thu 68°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near North 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

7.3 miles away

New York

Easy

1.3 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around North Syracuse (21 waterfalls)

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

Brickyard Falls

5.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascades

27.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Fellows Falls

29.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near North Syracuse

Talcott Falls

19.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Moonshine Falls

31.1 miles away

New York

Easy

1.2 miles 150 ft

Pixley Falls

31.1 miles away

New York

Easy

1.0 miles 100 ft

Rainbow Falls

10.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Oak Tree Falls

11.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Hosmer Falls

19.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Sherman Falls

0.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Lower High Falls

0 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

High Falls

33.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Ithaca Falls

26.1 miles away

New York

Easy

0.2 miles 50 ft

Upper High Falls

0 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Trenton Falls

24.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Mill Dam Falls

24.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Taughannock Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 250 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near North Syracuse

Are there free waterfalls near North Syracuse?

There are 17 free waterfalls near North Syracuse, including Brickyard Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near North Syracuse?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in North Syracuse?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near North Syracuse, including Brickyard Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near North Syracuse?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near North Syracuse, including Brickyard Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near North Syracuse?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near North Syracuse, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near North Syracuse?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near North Syracuse?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around North Syracuse?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near North Syracuse have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to North Syracuse?

The closest waterfall to North Syracuse is Brickyard Falls, approximately 13.4 miles away.

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