Waterfall Hikes Near Olcott, NY

1,041 residents
New York Time Zone
47 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Olcott? There are 47 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Olcott. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 43.3292°N, -78.7171°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Olcott

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

43 of 47 gauged

42 of 43 waterfalls near Olcott are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Strong Johnson Falls Strong Johnson Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Roaring Stoney Pitcher Falls Strong Lower Ball's Falls Roaring Upper Ball's Falls Roaring West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls Roaring Louth Falls Roaring Quarry Springs Falls Roaring Horseshoe Falls Low Thirty Road Falls Strong Lower Beamer Falls Strong Beamer's Falls Strong West of Fifty Upper Cascade Strong West of Fifty Lower Falls Strong Fifty Road Cascade Strong East of Fifty Falls Strong Puddicombe Falls Strong Konkle Falls Strong Grand Cascade Strong Vinemount West Falls Strong Devil's Punchbowl Falls Strong Lower Punchbowl Falls Strong Dewitt Falls Strong McNeilly Falls Strong McNeilly West Falls Strong Tallman East Falls Strong Vinemount East Falls Strong Lewis Road West Falls Strong Lewis Road East Falls Strong Pond Falls Strong Promontory Falls Strong Decew Falls Roaring Terrace Falls Roaring Lower Decew Falls Roaring Lower Rockway Falls Roaring Rockway Falls Roaring Swayze Falls Roaring Scout Falls Roaring North Eller Falls Roaring Effingham Falls Roaring Lower Scout Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 74°F

Aft 75°F Mostly Cloudy
Sat 74°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 72°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 74°F Sunny Best
Tue 74°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 73°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Olcott

Updated about 4 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Scout Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Effingham Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 North Eller Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Scout Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Swayze Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Rockway Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Olcott (24 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.

American Falls waterfall

American Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

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

Niagara Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

22.7 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown

All 47 Waterfalls Near Olcott

American Falls waterfall

American Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

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

Niagara Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

22.7 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Decew Falls waterfall

Decew Falls

15.3 km away
Ontario
Moderate
1.6 km 46 m
Lower Decew Falls waterfall

Lower Decew Falls

79.8 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
3.2 km 73 m
Scout Falls waterfall

Scout Falls

38.2 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Lower Scout Falls waterfall

Lower Scout Falls

38.4 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Terrace Falls waterfall

Terrace Falls

38.2 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
4.0 km Unknown
North Eller Falls waterfall

North Eller Falls

38.1 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
4.0 km 61 m
Lower Rockway Falls waterfall

Lower Rockway Falls

42.4 km away
In Rockway Conservation Area
Ontario
Moderate
1.9 km 74 m
Effingham Falls waterfall

Effingham Falls

40 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
2.4 km Unknown
Rockway Falls waterfall

Rockway Falls

42.3 km away
In Rockway Conservation Area
Ontario
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown
Swayze Falls waterfall

Swayze Falls

39.5 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
6.6 km 104 m
Louth Falls waterfall

Louth Falls

46.3 km away
Ontario
Moderate
2.3 km 60 m
West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls waterfall

West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls

46.4 km away
Ontario
Moderate
1.9 km Unknown
Quarry Springs Falls waterfall

Quarry Springs Falls

42.6 km away
Ontario
Moderate
1.6 km Unknown
Lower Ball's Falls waterfall

Lower Ball's Falls

47.7 km away
Ontario
Easy
1.0 km 24 m
Upper Ball's Falls waterfall

Upper Ball's Falls

47.8 km away
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Olcott

Are there free waterfalls near Olcott?

There are 39 free waterfalls near Olcott, including Beamer's Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Olcott?

There are 24 easy waterfall hikes near Olcott, including American Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Olcott?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Olcott, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Olcott?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Olcott, including American Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Olcott?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Olcott?

The shortest waterfall hike near Olcott is American Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Olcott?

The tallest waterfall near Olcott is Bridal Veil Falls at 181 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Olcott?

Yes, 39 waterfalls near Olcott have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Olcott?

The closest waterfall to Olcott is American Falls, approximately 26.8 miles away.

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