Waterfall Hikes Near Buchanan, NY

2,272 residents
New York Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Buchanan? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Buchanan. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 41.2642°N, -73.9468°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Buchanan

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

25 of 25 gauged

15 of 25 waterfalls near Buchanan are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Denton Falls Strong High Falls Strong Katrina Falls Strong Glenerie Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Roaring Raymondskill Falls Roaring Rippowan Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Moderate Vernooy Falls Strong Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring Stony Kill Falls Roaring Tillman Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Aft 83°F Sunny
Sat 78°F Sunny
Sun 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 78°F Sunny
Tue 80°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 80°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Buchanan

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Stony Kill Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Pinchot Falls Roaring · 9070 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Raymondskill Falls Roaring · 9070 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Denton Falls Strong · 545 cfs 88th percentile
  6. 6 High Falls Strong · 545 cfs 88th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Buchanan (6 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.

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Buchanan (21 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

4.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Buchanan

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

17.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

19.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

29.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

11 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Buchanan

Are there free waterfalls near Buchanan?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Buchanan, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Buchanan?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Buchanan, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Buchanan?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Buchanan, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Buchanan?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Buchanan, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Buchanan?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Buchanan, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Buchanan?

The shortest waterfall hike near Buchanan is Buttermilk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Buchanan?

The tallest waterfall near Buchanan is Verkeerder Kill Falls at 187 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Buchanan?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Buchanan have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Buchanan?

The closest waterfall to Buchanan is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 5.8 miles away.

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