Waterfall Hikes Near Buffalo, NY

944,589 residents
New_York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Buffalo sits on the southern shore of Lake Erie where the flat glacial lakeplain meets the Niagara Escarpment, and local streams have cut steep gorges, wooded ravines and coastal bluffs that shape the surrounding landscape. Waterfall hikes within the area range from short roadside cascades and easy park trails to moderate canyon scrambles through old-growth pockets and narrow river gorges, offering pronounced seasonal flow changes and quick access from urban and suburban neighborhoods.

Located at 42.9018°N, -78.8487°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Buffalo

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Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 14 gauged

10 waterfalls near Buffalo have live flow data today

Angel Falls Low Johnson Falls Low Johnson Falls Low Arkwright Falls Low Shumla Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Moderate Middle Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Stoney Pitcher Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Aft 61°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 53°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 64°F Partly Sunny
Sat 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 75°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
Tue 82°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Buffalo (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.

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

9.6 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

36 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
American Falls waterfall

American Falls

36.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Buffalo (10 waterfalls)

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

Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

27.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Buffalo

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

9.6 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

36 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
American Falls waterfall

American Falls

36.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

42 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

27.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

46.4 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Stoney Pitcher Falls waterfall CC

Stoney Pitcher Falls

28.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

11.6 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Arkwright Falls waterfall

Arkwright Falls

16.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Shumla Falls

14.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

43.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

43.7 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Buffalo

Are there free waterfalls near Buffalo?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Buffalo, including Cascade Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Buffalo?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Buffalo, including American Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Buffalo?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Buffalo?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Buffalo, including American Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Buffalo?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Buffalo?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Buffalo?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Buffalo?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Buffalo have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Buffalo?

The closest waterfall to Buffalo is Horseshoe Falls, approximately 18.1 miles away.

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