Waterfall Hikes Near Kiamesha Lake, NY

321 residents
New York Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kiamesha Lake? There are 46 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

46 of 46 gauged

46 waterfalls near Kiamesha Lake have live flow data today

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Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 79°F

Sat 79°F Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 75°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 79°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Tue 79°F Sunny Best
Wed 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 78°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 74°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Kiamesha Lake

Updated 37 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Raymondskill Falls Moderate · 4560 cfs 63rd percentile
  2. 2 Pinchot Falls Moderate · 4560 cfs 63rd percentile
  3. 3 Bucks Falls Moderate · 29 cfs 53rd percentile
  4. 4 Mine Kill Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 47th percentile
  5. 5 Katrina Falls Moderate · 234 cfs 46th percentile
  6. 6 High Falls Moderate · 234 cfs 46th 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 (31 waterfalls)

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

Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

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

Hanging Rock Falls

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

Verkeerder Kill Falls

48.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Kiamesha Lake

Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

19.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

19.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

19.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

36.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wangum Falls waterfall

Wangum Falls

5.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Watauga Falls waterfall

Watauga Falls

14.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hardenburgh Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

30 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

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

High Falls

41.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

46.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Manorkill Falls waterfall

Manorkill Falls

34.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

47 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bucks Falls waterfall

Bucks Falls

28.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mine Kill Falls waterfall

Mine Kill Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

49 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Ladder Falls waterfall

Indian Ladder Falls

47.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Glenerie Falls

49 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

38.7 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 23 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 31 dog-friendly waterfalls near Kiamesha Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kiamesha Lake?

There are 31 kid-friendly waterfalls near Kiamesha Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Kiamesha Lake?

There are 3 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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