Waterfall Hikes Near Depew, NY

15,141 residents
New York Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Depew? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Depew. 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 42.9118°N, -78.7043°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Depew

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

30 of 34 gauged

10 of 30 waterfalls near Depew are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Arkwright Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Fall Brook Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Triphammer Falls Moderate Stoney Pitcher Falls Barely Flowing Lower Ball's Falls Moderate Upper Ball's Falls Moderate West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls Moderate Louth Falls Moderate Quarry Springs Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Thirty Road Falls Moderate Konkle Falls Moderate Decew Falls Strong Terrace Falls Strong Lower Decew Falls Strong Lower Rockway Falls Strong Rockway Falls Strong Swayze Falls Strong Scout Falls Strong North Eller Falls Strong Effingham Falls Strong Lower Scout Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Tue 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 89°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 92°F Sunny
Fri 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Depew

Updated about 4 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Scout Falls Strong · 11 cfs 75th percentile
  2. 2 Effingham Falls Strong · 11 cfs 75th percentile
  3. 3 North Eller Falls Strong · 11 cfs 75th percentile
  4. 4 Scout Falls Strong · 11 cfs 75th percentile
  5. 5 Swayze Falls Strong · 11 cfs 75th percentile
  6. 6 Rockway Falls Strong · 11 cfs 75th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Depew (15 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.

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

24 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

36.9 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

23 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Depew (13 waterfalls)

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

Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

48.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Depew

Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

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

Johnson Falls

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

Angel Falls

24 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

36.9 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

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

American Falls

23.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Stoney Pitcher Falls waterfall CC

Stoney Pitcher Falls

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

Cascade Falls

37.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
North Eller Falls waterfall

North Eller Falls

52.2 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
4.0 km 61 m
Terrace Falls waterfall

Terrace Falls

52.3 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
4.0 km Unknown
Scout Falls waterfall

Scout Falls

52.4 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Decew Falls waterfall

Decew Falls

51.4 km away
Ontario
Moderate
1.6 km 46 m
Lower Scout Falls waterfall

Lower Scout Falls

52.5 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Lower Decew Falls waterfall

Lower Decew Falls

51.6 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
3.2 km 73 m
Swayze Falls waterfall

Swayze Falls

53.6 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
6.6 km 104 m
Effingham Falls waterfall

Effingham Falls

54.2 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
2.4 km Unknown
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

23 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Rockway Falls waterfall

Rockway Falls

56.4 km away
In Rockway Conservation Area
Ontario
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Depew

Are there free waterfalls near Depew?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Depew, including Arkwright Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Depew?

There are 15 easy waterfall hikes near Depew, including American Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Depew?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Depew, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Depew?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Depew, including American Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Depew?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Depew?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Depew?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Depew?

Yes, 22 waterfalls near Depew have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Depew?

The closest waterfall to Depew is Johnson Falls, approximately 19.6 miles away.

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