Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Mohegan, NY

5,938 residents
New York Time Zone
22 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Mohegan? There are 22 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

22 of 22 gauged

22 waterfalls near Lake Mohegan have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Deer Leap Falls Barely Flowing Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing Factory Falls Barely Flowing Fulmer Falls Barely Flowing Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing Denton Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Katrina Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Low Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 83°F

Sat 81°F Sunny
Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 83°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Tue 83°F Sunny Best
Wed 85°F Sunny
Thu 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 79°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers

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 Raymondskill Falls Moderate ยท 4560 cfs 64th percentile
  2. 2 Pinchot Falls Moderate ยท 4560 cfs 64th percentile
  3. 3 Denton Falls Moderate ยท 234 cfs 46th percentile
  4. 4 Katrina Falls Moderate ยท 234 cfs 46th percentile
  5. 5 High Falls Moderate ยท 234 cfs 46th percentile
  6. 6 Roxbury Falls Moderate ยท 149 cfs 39th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Mohegan (5 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

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

Passaic Falls

46.9 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Mohegan (18 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

10.1 miles away
Connecticut
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 22 Waterfalls Near Lake Mohegan

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

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

Passaic Falls

46.9 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

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

Stony Kill Falls

25.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Glenerie Falls

49 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

31 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

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

Hanging Rock Falls

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

Denton Falls

47.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Katrina Falls

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

Maple Falls

42.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

47.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Mohegan

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Mohegan?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Lake Mohegan, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Mohegan?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Lake Mohegan, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Mohegan?

There are 18 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Mohegan, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Mohegan?

There are 18 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, 10 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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