Waterfall Hikes Near South Lockport, NY

8,403 residents
New York Time Zone
43 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near South Lockport? There are 43 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of South Lockport. 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 43.1366°N, -78.6855°W

Map of Waterfalls Near South Lockport

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

39 of 43 gauged

10 of 39 waterfalls near South Lockport are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Stoney Pitcher 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 McNeilly Falls Moderate McNeilly West Falls Moderate Tallman 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

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 92°F

Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 94°F Sunny
Fri 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near South Lockport

Updated about 3 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 South Lockport (21 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 South Lockport

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
Lower Ball's Falls waterfall

Lower Ball's Falls

0.6 km away
Ontario
Easy
1.0 km 24 m
Quarry Springs Falls waterfall

Quarry Springs Falls

55.3 km away
Ontario
Moderate
1.6 km Unknown
Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

20.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near South Lockport

Are there free waterfalls near South Lockport?

There are 35 free waterfalls near South Lockport, including Beamer's Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near South Lockport?

There are 21 easy waterfall hikes near South Lockport, including American Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in South Lockport?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near South Lockport, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near South Lockport?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near South Lockport?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near South Lockport?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near South Lockport?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around South Lockport?

Yes, 34 waterfalls near South Lockport have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to South Lockport?

The closest waterfall to South Lockport is American Falls, approximately 18.7 miles away.

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