Waterfall Hikes Near Chester, NY

4,064 residents
New York Time Zone
39 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Chester? There are 39 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Chester. 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 41.3570°N, -74.2768°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Chester

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

39 of 39 gauged

13 of 39 waterfalls near Chester are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Buck Hill Falls Strong Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Darbytown Falls Strong Denton Falls Strong High Falls Strong Katrina Falls Strong Glenerie Falls Moderate Hanging Rock Falls Roaring High Falls Strong Ridgeway Falls Strong High Falls Roaring Indian Ladder Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate Snow Hill Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Wangum Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Roaring Vernooy Falls Strong Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated 23 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Aft 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 76°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 74°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 81°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Chester

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 High Falls Roaring ยท 81 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Hanging Rock Falls Roaring ยท 399 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Shohola Falls Roaring ยท 40 cfs 93rd percentile
  4. 4 Buck Hill Falls Strong ยท 12 cfs 88th percentile
  5. 5 Darbytown Falls Strong ยท 1100 cfs 88th percentile
  6. 6 High Falls Strong ยท 1080 cfs 82nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Chester (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Chester (27 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

40.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

16.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

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

Stony Kill Falls

30.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Pinchot Falls

22.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 39 Waterfalls Near Chester

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

40.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

16.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

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

Stony Kill Falls

30.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

28.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls

22.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

24.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

36.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

32.4 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

30.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

49.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

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

Shohola Falls

31 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

48.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

48.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

28.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

28.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

28.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Chester

Are there free waterfalls near Chester?

There are 22 free waterfalls near Chester, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Chester?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Chester?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Chester, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Chester?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Chester, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Chester?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Chester?

The shortest waterfall hike near Chester is Bass Lake Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Chester?

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

Do any waterfalls near Chester require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Chester requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Chester?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Chester have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Chester?

The closest waterfall to Chester is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 9.1 miles away.

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