Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Mohegan, NY

5,938 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Mohegan? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Mohegan. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 41.3165°N, -73.8475°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Mohegan

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

17 waterfalls near Lake Mohegan have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Denton Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Katrina Falls Barely Flowing Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Hanging Rock Falls Low Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Vernooy Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate Stony Kill Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 102°F

Wed 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 102°F Sunny Best
Fri 100°F Sunny
Ind 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 83°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Lake Mohegan

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate · 192 cfs 38th percentile
  2. 2 Stony Kill Falls Moderate · 192 cfs 38th percentile
  3. 3 Hanging Rock Falls Low · 306 cfs 21st percentile
  4. 4 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 8th percentile
  5. 5 Denton Falls Barely Flowing · 127 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 High Falls Barely Flowing · 127 cfs 4th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Mohegan (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.

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Mohegan (13 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away
Connecticut
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 17 Waterfalls Near Lake Mohegan

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 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

Glenerie Falls

22.4 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

Pinchot Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

49.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

27.6 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
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Katrina Falls

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

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

31.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Mohegan

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Mohegan?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Lake Mohegan, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Mohegan?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Lake Mohegan, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Mohegan?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Mohegan, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Mohegan?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Mohegan, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lake Mohegan?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Lake Mohegan, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Mohegan?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lake Mohegan is Buttermilk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Mohegan?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Mohegan?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Lake Mohegan have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Mohegan?

The closest waterfall to Lake Mohegan is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 7.5 miles away.

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