Waterfall Hikes Near High Falls, NY

482 residents
New_York Time Zone
35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near High Falls? There are 35 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of High Falls. 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 41.8255°N, -74.1201°W

Map of Waterfalls Near High Falls

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

35 of 35 gauged

5 of 35 waterfalls near High Falls are flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Barely Flowing Campbell Falls Barely Flowing Race Brook Falls Barely Flowing Umpachene Falls Barely Flowing Boucks Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Meadow Falls Moderate Rossman Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Kaaterskill Falls Moderate Canada Falls Roaring Denton Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Katrina Falls Moderate Dickinson Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Moderate Great Falls Barely Flowing Hardenburgh Falls Roaring High Falls Moderate Manorkill Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Strong Nevele Falls Low Rensselaerville Falls Low Roxbury Falls Low Vernooy Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tompkins Falls Roaring Straton Falls Strong

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 80°F

Thu 62°F Rain Showers
Fri 67°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 80°F Sunny Best
Sun 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 83°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 90°F Sunny
Wed 86°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near High Falls (1 waterfall)

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 High Falls (24 waterfalls)

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

Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

31.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 35 Waterfalls Near High Falls

Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

31.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft

Glenerie Falls

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

Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

33.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

34.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

18.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 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
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

16.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rensselaerville Falls waterfall

Rensselaerville Falls

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

High Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

34.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

34.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Dickinson Falls

46.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hardenburgh Falls

38.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near High Falls

Are there free waterfalls near High Falls?

There are 16 free waterfalls near High Falls, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near High Falls?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near High Falls, including Umpachene Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in High Falls?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near High Falls, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near High Falls?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near High Falls, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near High Falls?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near High Falls, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near High Falls?

The shortest waterfall hike near High Falls is Bash Bish Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near High Falls?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around High Falls?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near High Falls have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to High Falls?

The closest waterfall to High Falls is Stony Kill Falls, approximately 12.5 miles away.

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