Waterfall Hikes Near Olcott, NY

1,041 residents
New York Time Zone
43 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Olcott? There are 43 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

39 of 43 gauged

10 of 39 waterfalls near Olcott are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 87°F

Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 95°F Sunny
Fri 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Olcott

Updated about 6 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Scout Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Effingham Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 North Eller Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  4. 4 Scout Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  5. 5 Swayze Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Rockway Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Olcott (22 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

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

Bridal Veil Falls

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

Niagara Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

36.9 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown

All 43 Waterfalls Near Olcott

American Falls waterfall

American Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

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

Niagara Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

36.9 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Decew Falls waterfall

Decew Falls

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

Lower Decew Falls

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

Scout Falls

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

Lower Scout Falls

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

Terrace Falls

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

North Eller Falls

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

Lower Rockway Falls

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

Effingham Falls

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

Rockway Falls

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

Swayze Falls

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

Louth Falls

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

West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls

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

Quarry Springs Falls

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

Lower Ball's Falls

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

Upper Ball's Falls

1.3 km away
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Olcott

Are there free waterfalls near Olcott?

There are 36 free waterfalls near Olcott, including Beamer's Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Olcott?

There are 22 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 12 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, 35 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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