Waterfall Hikes Near SUNY Oswego, NY

3,338 residents
New_York Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near SUNY Oswego? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of SUNY Oswego. 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 43.4515°N, -76.5439°W

Map of Waterfalls Near SUNY Oswego

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

3 of 19 waterfalls near SUNY Oswego are flowing strongly today

Beaver Falls Low Rainbow Falls Low Talcott Falls Low Brickyard Falls Moderate Edwards Falls Moderate Bucktail Falls Moderate Carpenter Falls Moderate Fellows Falls Moderate Clifton Falls Moderate Montville Falls Moderate Moonshine Falls Moderate Parson Falls Moderate Hosmer Falls Moderate Oak Tree Falls Moderate Mad River Falls Roaring Pratts Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Salmon River Falls Strong Winns Pond Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 65°F

Tod 49°F Mostly Cloudy
Fri 53°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Sat 65°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 59°F Rain Showers Likely
Mon 70°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 72°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 63°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near SUNY Oswego (4 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.

Carpenter Falls waterfall

Carpenter Falls

12.5 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around SUNY Oswego (9 waterfalls)

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

Salmon River Falls waterfall

Salmon River Falls

37.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mad River Falls

25.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near SUNY Oswego

Salmon River Falls waterfall

Salmon River Falls

37.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winns Pond

28.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mad River Falls

25.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Parson Falls

34.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carpenter Falls waterfall

Carpenter Falls

12.5 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Clifton Falls waterfall

Clifton Falls

31.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Moonshine Falls

31.1 miles away
New York
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Montville Falls waterfall

Montville Falls

37.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bucktail Falls waterfall

Bucktail Falls

16.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Talcott Falls waterfall

Talcott Falls

19.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Oak Tree Falls waterfall

Oak Tree Falls

11.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Hosmer Falls

19.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Brickyard Falls waterfall CC

Brickyard Falls

20.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Edwards Falls waterfall

Edwards Falls

8.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fellows Falls waterfall

Fellows Falls

29.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

10.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pratts Falls waterfall

Pratts Falls

7.3 miles away
New York
Easy
1.3 miles 150 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

27.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Falls waterfall

Beaver Falls

22.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near SUNY Oswego

Are there free waterfalls near SUNY Oswego?

There are 8 free waterfalls near SUNY Oswego, including Brickyard Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near SUNY Oswego?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near SUNY Oswego, including Bucktail Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in SUNY Oswego?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near SUNY Oswego, including Brickyard Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near SUNY Oswego?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near SUNY Oswego, including Brickyard Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near SUNY Oswego?

The shortest waterfall hike near SUNY Oswego is Beaver Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near SUNY Oswego?

The tallest waterfall near SUNY Oswego is Pratts Falls at 137 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around SUNY Oswego?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near SUNY Oswego have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to SUNY Oswego?

The closest waterfall to SUNY Oswego is Salmon River Falls, approximately 30.2 miles away.

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