Waterfall Hikes Near Oxbow, NY

118 residents
New York Time Zone
61 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oxbow? There are 61 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oxbow. 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 44.2893°N, -75.6262°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oxbow

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

61 of 61 gauged

10 of 61 waterfalls near Oxbow are flowing strongly today

Agers Falls Strong Lyons Falls Strong Basford Falls Moderate Browns Falls Moderate Copper Rock Falls Moderate Flat Rock Falls Moderate Greenwood Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Madison Chute Moderate Newton Falls Moderate Plumb Brook Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rock Dam Falls Moderate Sinclair Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Sliding Falls Moderate Beaver Falls Barely Flowing Burrville Cider Mill Falls Barely Flowing Butternut Falls Barely Flowing Catfish Falls Barely Flowing Childs Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Pleasant Creek Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Talcott Falls Barely Flowing Sperrys Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Coopers Falls Barely Flowing Harts Falls Barely Flowing Jacksons Falls Barely Flowing Rensselaer Falls Barely Flowing Rushton Falls Barely Flowing Dicob Falls Strong Eagle Falls Strong Elmer Falls Strong High Falls Strong Jerden Falls Strong Kings Falls Strong Eatonville Falls Moderate Shingle Mill Falls Moderate Singing Waters Falls Moderate Whitaker Falls Moderate Emeryville Falls Low Fullerville Falls Low Hazleton Falls Low Five Falls (historical) Moderate Gain Twist Falls (historical) Moderate Harper Falls Moderate Higley Falls Moderate Lampsons Falls Moderate Little Falls (historical) Moderate Pelkys Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Three Falls Moderate Stark Falls Moderate Jamestown Falls Barely Flowing Moody Falls Barely Flowing Mad River Falls Roaring Salmon River Falls Barely Flowing Brett's Falls Moderate Ferguson Waterfall Strong

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Chance Rain Showers · 85°F

Wed 92°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Thu 91°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Ind 86°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Chance Rain Showers Best
Mon 84°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Oxbow

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Mad River Falls Roaring ยท 160 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Ferguson Waterfall Strong ยท 13 cfs 81st percentile
  3. 3 Kings Falls Strong ยท 544 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Jerden Falls Strong ยท 544 cfs 76th percentile
  5. 5 High Falls Strong ยท 544 cfs 76th percentile
  6. 6 Elmer Falls Strong ยท 544 cfs 76th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oxbow (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.

Ferguson Waterfall waterfall

Ferguson Waterfall

46.8 km away
Ontario
Easy
0.3 km 6 m

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Oxbow (35 waterfalls)

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

Childs Falls waterfall

Childs Falls

19.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Fullerville Falls

27.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 61 Waterfalls Near Oxbow

Childs Falls waterfall

Childs Falls

19.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Emeryville Falls

25.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Fullerville Falls

27.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hazleton Falls

28.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pleasant Creek Falls waterfall

Pleasant Creek Falls

17.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ferguson Waterfall waterfall

Ferguson Waterfall

46.8 km away
Ontario
Easy
0.3 km 6 m
Kings Falls waterfall

Kings Falls

33.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

36.8 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Rock Dam Falls waterfall

Rock Dam Falls

33.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Madison Chute

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Greenwood Falls waterfall

Greenwood Falls

30.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Coopers Falls waterfall

Coopers Falls

14.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Plumb Brook Falls

16.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Butternut Falls

21.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Catfish Falls

42 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sperrys Falls

9.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Basford Falls

17.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Jerden Falls

19.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sinclair Falls waterfall

Sinclair Falls

17.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

19 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oxbow

Are there free waterfalls near Oxbow?

There are 35 free waterfalls near Oxbow, including Agers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oxbow?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Oxbow, including Brett's Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oxbow?

There are 35 dog-friendly waterfalls near Oxbow, including Agers Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oxbow?

There are 39 kid-friendly waterfalls near Oxbow, including Agers Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Oxbow?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Oxbow, including Lampsons Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oxbow?

The shortest waterfall hike near Oxbow is Agers Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Oxbow?

The tallest waterfall near Oxbow is Salmon River Falls at 110 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Oxbow require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Oxbow requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oxbow?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Oxbow have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oxbow?

The closest waterfall to Oxbow is Childs Falls, approximately 10.8 miles away.

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