Waterfall Hikes Near Kiamesha Lake, NY

321 residents
New_York Time Zone
44 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kiamesha Lake? There are 44 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Kiamesha Lake. 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 41.6806°N, -74.6652°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kiamesha Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

44 of 44 gauged

26 of 44 waterfalls near Kiamesha Lake are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Buck Hill Falls Moderate Bucks Falls Roaring Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Canada Falls Strong Darbytown Falls Roaring Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong High Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Glenerie Falls Low Hardenburgh Falls Strong High Falls Roaring Ridgeway Falls Roaring High Falls Moderate Indian Ladder Falls Roaring Leavitt Falls Roaring Spruce Cabin Falls Roaring Snow Hill Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Wangum Falls Roaring Manorkill Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Strong Nevele Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Moderate Watauga Falls Roaring Vernooy Falls Low Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tompkins Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Low Straton Falls Roaring

Updated 23 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 76°F

Tod 59°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 64°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 76°F Sunny Best
Sun 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 82°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kiamesha Lake (4 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 Kiamesha Lake (29 waterfalls)

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

Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 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

All 44 Waterfalls Near Kiamesha Lake

Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

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

High Falls

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

Denton Falls

16.3 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
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 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
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

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

High Falls

18.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Darbytown Falls

18.7 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
Tompkins Falls waterfall

Tompkins Falls

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

Pinchot Falls

21.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canada Falls waterfall

Canada Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

7.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

19.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Ridgeway Falls

10.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Straton Falls

9.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

7.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

9.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kiamesha Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Kiamesha Lake?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Kiamesha Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kiamesha Lake?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Kiamesha Lake, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kiamesha Lake?

There are 29 dog-friendly waterfalls near Kiamesha Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kiamesha Lake?

There are 29 kid-friendly waterfalls near Kiamesha Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Kiamesha Lake?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kiamesha Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Kiamesha Lake is Bass Lake Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Kiamesha Lake?

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

Do any waterfalls near Kiamesha Lake require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Kiamesha Lake?

Yes, 22 waterfalls near Kiamesha Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Kiamesha Lake?

The closest waterfall to Kiamesha Lake is Katrina Falls, approximately 5.6 miles away.

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