Waterfall Hikes Near Orange Lake, NY

10,060 residents
New_York Time Zone
27 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Orange Lake? There are 27 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Orange Lake. 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 41.5369°N, -74.1005°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Orange Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 27 gauged

27 waterfalls near Orange Lake have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Kaaterskill Falls Barely Flowing Darbytown Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Denton Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Katrina Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Moderate Hanging Rock Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Low Vernooy Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 79°F

Sat 79°F Sunny Best
Sun 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Mon 87°F Sunny
Tue 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 70°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 72°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Orange Lake (6 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 Orange Lake (22 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
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
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 27 Waterfalls Near Orange Lake

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
New York
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
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

19.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Vernooy Falls

31.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft

Glenerie Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

33.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

34.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

23.5 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Glen Falls

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

High Falls

18.4 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
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

19.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Orange Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Orange Lake?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Orange Lake, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Orange Lake?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Orange Lake, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Orange Lake?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Orange Lake, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Orange Lake?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Orange Lake, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Orange Lake?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Orange Lake, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Orange Lake?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Orange Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Orange Lake is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Orange Lake?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Orange Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Orange Lake?

The closest waterfall to Orange Lake is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 14.0 miles away.

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