Waterfall Hikes Near Odessa, NY

553 residents
New York Time Zone
24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Odessa? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Odessa. 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 42.3350°N, -76.7881°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Odessa

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 24 gauged

5 of 24 waterfalls near Odessa are flowing strongly today

Aunt Sarahs Falls Moderate Glenora Falls Moderate Hector Falls Moderate Shequaga Falls Moderate Bear Falls Moderate Oskonsa Falls Moderate Bucktail Falls Moderate Carpenter Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clifton Falls Barely Flowing Montville Falls Barely Flowing Moonshine Falls Barely Flowing Parson Falls Barely Flowing Dry Run Falls Strong Lincoln Falls Strong Fallbrook Falls Low Hosmer Falls Roaring Oak Tree Falls Roaring Silver Thread Falls Roaring Ithaca Falls Barely Flowing Lucifer Falls Low Taughannock Falls Low Stone Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Tod 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 79°F Partly Sunny
Fri 77°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 75°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Odessa

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Silver Thread Falls Roaring · 174 cfs 92nd percentile
  2. 2 Oak Tree Falls Roaring · 174 cfs 92nd percentile
  3. 3 Hosmer Falls Roaring · 174 cfs 92nd percentile
  4. 4 Dry Run Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 73rd percentile
  5. 5 Lincoln Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 73rd percentile
  6. 6 Bear Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 65th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Odessa (8 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.

Hector Falls waterfall

Hector Falls

25.5 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Glenora Falls

39.8 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Silver Thread Falls waterfall

Silver Thread Falls

13.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Odessa (14 waterfalls)

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

Shequaga Falls waterfall

Shequaga Falls

45.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Aunt Sarahs Falls waterfall

Aunt Sarahs Falls

45.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lucifer Falls waterfall

Lucifer Falls

36.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near Odessa

Shequaga Falls waterfall

Shequaga Falls

45.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Aunt Sarahs Falls waterfall

Aunt Sarahs Falls

45.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hector Falls waterfall

Hector Falls

25.5 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Lucifer Falls waterfall

Lucifer Falls

36.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
4.5 miles 500 ft

Glenora Falls

39.8 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Silver Thread Falls waterfall

Silver Thread Falls

13.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Taughannock Falls waterfall

Taughannock Falls

44.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 250 ft
Ithaca Falls waterfall

Ithaca Falls

35.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft

Hosmer Falls

4.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Oak Tree Falls waterfall

Oak Tree Falls

4.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Moonshine Falls

0.7 miles away
New York
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Clifton Falls waterfall

Clifton Falls

37.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

17.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Oskonsa Falls

45.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Falls waterfall

Bear Falls

47.1 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Parson Falls

46.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Montville Falls

48 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fallbrook Falls waterfall

Fallbrook Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

49.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carpenter Falls waterfall

Carpenter Falls

39.8 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Odessa

Are there free waterfalls near Odessa?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Odessa, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Odessa?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Odessa, including Bear Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Odessa?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Odessa, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Odessa?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Odessa, including Aunt Sarahs Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Odessa?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Odessa?

The shortest waterfall hike near Odessa is Aunt Sarahs Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Odessa?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Odessa?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Odessa have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Odessa?

The closest waterfall to Odessa is Shequaga Falls, approximately 3.1 miles away.

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