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

2 of 44 waterfalls near Kiamesha Lake are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 19 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 95°F Sunny
Fri 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Kiamesha Lake

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Stony Kill Falls Strong · 355 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Verkeerder Kill Falls Strong · 355 cfs 89th percentile
  3. 3 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 95 cfs 62nd percentile
  4. 4 Darbytown Falls Moderate · 686 cfs 62nd percentile
  5. 5 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 60th percentile
  6. 6 High Falls Moderate · 255 cfs 51st percentile

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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

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

Hanging Rock Falls

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

Verkeerder Kill Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft

All 44 Waterfalls Near Kiamesha Lake

Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

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

High Falls

36.8 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
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

3.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

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

Verkeerder Kill Falls

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

Stony Kill Falls

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

High Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Darbytown Falls

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

Vernooy Falls

31.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft
Tompkins Falls waterfall

Tompkins Falls

34.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls

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

Canada Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

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

Shohola Falls

39.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Ridgeway Falls

35.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Straton Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

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

High Falls

34.1 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 22 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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