Waterfall Hikes Near South Lockport, NY

8,403 residents
New York Time Zone
55 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near South Lockport? There are 55 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

51 of 55 gauged

24 of 51 waterfalls near South Lockport are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Middle Falls Moderate Stoney Pitcher Falls Low Lower Ball's Falls Strong Upper Ball's Falls Strong West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls Strong Louth Falls Strong Quarry Springs Falls Strong 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 Moderate Vinemount West Falls Moderate Devil's Punchbowl Falls Moderate Taro Falls Moderate Lower Punchbowl Falls Moderate Dewitt Falls Moderate Billy Green Falls Moderate Glover's Falls Moderate Centennial 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 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 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Sat 80°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 80°F Sunny
Wed 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 76°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 75°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near South Lockport

Updated about 6 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Scout Falls Roaring · 11 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Effingham Falls Roaring · 11 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 North Eller Falls Roaring · 11 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Scout Falls Roaring · 11 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Swayze Falls Roaring · 11 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Rockway Falls Roaring · 11 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near South Lockport (26 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

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

Bridal Veil Falls

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

Niagara Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

16.7 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown

All 55 Waterfalls Near South Lockport

American Falls waterfall

American Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

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

Niagara Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

16.7 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Decew Falls waterfall

Decew Falls

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

Lower Decew Falls

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

Scout Falls

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

Lower Scout Falls

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

Terrace Falls

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

North Eller Falls

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

Lower Rockway Falls

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

Effingham Falls

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

Rockway Falls

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

Swayze Falls

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

Louth Falls

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

West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls

61.1 km away
Ontario
Moderate
1.9 km Unknown
Lower Ball's Falls waterfall

Lower Ball's Falls

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

Quarry Springs Falls

8.4 km away
Ontario
Moderate
1.6 km Unknown
Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

30.3 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 44 free waterfalls near South Lockport, including Beamer's Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near South Lockport?

There are 26 easy waterfall hikes near South Lockport, including American Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in South Lockport?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near South Lockport, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near South Lockport?

There are 18 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, 43 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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