Waterfall Hikes Near Downsville, NY

315 residents
New_York Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Downsville? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Downsville. 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 42.0833°N, -74.9966°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Downsville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

36 of 36 gauged

19 of 36 waterfalls near Downsville are flowing strongly today

Boucks Falls Moderate Bucks Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Kaaterskill Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Roaring Button Falls Roaring Rexford Falls Roaring Canada Falls Roaring Darbytown Falls Moderate Denton Falls Strong High Falls Strong Katrina Falls Strong Hardenburgh Falls Roaring High Falls Strong Ridgeway Falls Strong High Falls Moderate Judds Falls Roaring Leatherstocking Falls Roaring Little Falls Strong Wangum Falls Strong Manorkill Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Roaring Nevele Falls Low Pinchot Falls Low Raymondskill Falls Low Saint Marys Falls Moderate White Store Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Moderate Watauga Falls Roaring Vernooy Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tompkins Falls Roaring Straton Falls Strong

Updated 35 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 77°F

Tod 58°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 63°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 77°F Sunny Best
Sun 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 79°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 79°F Rain Showers Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Downsville (3 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 Downsville (24 waterfalls)

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

Tompkins Falls waterfall

Tompkins Falls

12.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Watauga Falls waterfall

Watauga Falls

45.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canada Falls waterfall

Canada Falls

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

High Falls

18.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Downsville

Tompkins Falls waterfall

Tompkins Falls

12.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Watauga Falls waterfall

Watauga Falls

45.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canada Falls waterfall

Canada Falls

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

High Falls

18.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Straton Falls

9.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Darbytown Falls

18.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bucks Falls waterfall

Bucks Falls

35.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Saint Marys Falls waterfall

Saint Marys Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Leatherstocking Falls waterfall

Leatherstocking Falls

26.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

19.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Hardenburgh Falls

38.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ridgeway Falls

10.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

31.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft
White Store Falls waterfall

White Store Falls

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

High Falls

9.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Manorkill Falls waterfall

Manorkill Falls

41.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mine Kill Falls waterfall

Mine Kill Falls

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

Katrina Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Wangum Falls waterfall

Wangum Falls

35.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

38.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Downsville

Are there free waterfalls near Downsville?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Downsville, including Canada Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Downsville?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Downsville, including Raymondskill Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Downsville?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Downsville, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Downsville?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Downsville, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Downsville?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Downsville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Downsville is Boucks Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Downsville?

The tallest waterfall near Downsville is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Downsville?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Downsville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Downsville?

The closest waterfall to Downsville is Tompkins Falls, approximately 10.2 miles away.

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