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

3 of 17 waterfalls near Lake Mohegan are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 41 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 80°F

Aft 63°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 65°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 80°F Sunny Best
Sun 87°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 84°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 94°F Sunny
Wed 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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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

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

Passaic Falls

23.5 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

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

30.6 miles away
Connecticut
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 17 Waterfalls Near Lake Mohegan

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

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

Passaic Falls

23.5 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 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

Glenerie Falls

22.6 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
Pinchot Falls waterfall

Pinchot Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

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

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 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
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

38.1 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
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Vernooy Falls

31.7 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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