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

8 of 61 waterfalls near Oxbow are flowing strongly today

Agers Falls Moderate Lyons Falls Moderate 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 Low Burrville Cider Mill Falls Low Butternut Falls Low Catfish Falls Low Childs Falls Low Great Falls Low Pleasant Creek Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Talcott Falls Low Sperrys Falls Low 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 Low Shingle Mill Falls Low Singing Waters Falls Low Whitaker Falls Low Emeryville Falls Barely Flowing Fullerville Falls Barely Flowing Hazleton Falls Barely Flowing 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 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers · 84°F

Wed 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Thu 92°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers Best
Mon 83°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Oxbow

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Mad River Falls Roaring ยท 134 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Ferguson Waterfall Strong ยท 13 cfs 81st percentile
  3. 3 Kings Falls Strong ยท 544 cfs 77th percentile
  4. 4 Jerden Falls Strong ยท 544 cfs 77th percentile
  5. 5 High Falls Strong ยท 544 cfs 77th percentile
  6. 6 Elmer Falls Strong ยท 544 cfs 77th 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

Dicob Falls

37.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

31.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Moody Falls waterfall

Moody Falls

34 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Eatonville Falls

28.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jamestown Falls waterfall

Jamestown Falls

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

High Falls

38.1 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Higley Falls

5.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mad River Falls

7.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Sliding Falls waterfall

Sliding Falls

37.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Three Falls waterfall

Three Falls

2.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Shingle Mill Falls

25.3 miles away
New York
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft

Singing Waters Falls

24.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lyons Falls waterfall

Lyons Falls

24.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stark Falls waterfall

Stark Falls

3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Five Falls (historical) waterfall

Five Falls (historical)

4.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gain Twist Falls (historical)

3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

3.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Agers Falls waterfall

Agers Falls

22.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls (historical) waterfall

Little Falls (historical)

3.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Brett's Falls

52.5 km away
Ontario
Easy
1.6 km 30 m

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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