Waterfall Hikes Near Monticello, NY

7,224 residents
New York Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Monticello? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Monticello. 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 41.6522°N, -74.6874°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Monticello

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

45 of 46 gauged

2 of 45 waterfalls near Monticello 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 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 Low High Falls Low Katrina Falls Low Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Hanging Rock Falls Low 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 Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate 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 31 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Mon 84°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 Monticello

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 63rd percentile
  4. 4 Darbytown Falls Moderate · 686 cfs 62nd percentile
  5. 5 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 60th percentile
  6. 6 Marshall Falls Moderate · 212 cfs 55th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Monticello (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Monticello (30 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 46 Waterfalls Near Monticello

Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

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

Deer Leap Falls

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

Tillman Falls

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

Wangum Falls

14.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Straton Falls

34.3 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
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

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

High Falls

46.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Watauga Falls waterfall

Watauga Falls

39.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

49.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Bass Lake Falls

41.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Ladder Falls waterfall

Indian Ladder Falls

44.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

32.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hardenburgh Falls

36.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Bucks Falls

32.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Manorkill Falls waterfall

Manorkill Falls

34.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

26.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Monticello

Are there free waterfalls near Monticello?

There are 24 free waterfalls near Monticello, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Monticello?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Monticello?

There are 30 dog-friendly waterfalls near Monticello, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Monticello?

There are 30 kid-friendly waterfalls near Monticello, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Monticello?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Monticello?

The shortest waterfall hike near Monticello is Bass Lake Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Monticello?

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

Do any waterfalls near Monticello require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Monticello requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Monticello?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Monticello have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Monticello?

The closest waterfall to Monticello is Katrina Falls, approximately 5.1 miles away.

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