Waterfall Hikes Near Sloan, NY

3,762 residents
New York Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sloan? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sloan. 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 42.8921°N, -78.7918°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sloan

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

32 of 36 gauged

10 of 32 waterfalls near Sloan are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Arkwright Falls Barely Flowing Shumla Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Fall Brook Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Stoney Pitcher Falls Low Lower Ball's Falls Moderate Upper Ball's Falls Moderate West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls Moderate Louth Falls Moderate Quarry Springs Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Thirty Road Falls Moderate Lower Beamer Falls Moderate Beamer's Falls Moderate Konkle Falls Moderate Decew Falls Strong Terrace Falls Strong Lower Decew Falls Strong Lower Rockway Falls Strong Rockway Falls Strong Swayze Falls Strong Scout Falls Strong North Eller Falls Strong Effingham Falls Strong Lower Scout Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 88°F

Thu 88°F Sunny Best
Fri 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Sloan

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Scout Falls Strong · 10 cfs 76th percentile
  2. 2 Effingham Falls Strong · 10 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 North Eller Falls Strong · 10 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Scout Falls Strong · 10 cfs 76th percentile
  5. 5 Swayze Falls Strong · 10 cfs 76th percentile
  6. 6 Rockway Falls Strong · 10 cfs 76th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sloan (16 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.

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

22.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

35.6 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

22.3 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

22.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
American Falls waterfall

American Falls

22.3 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Sloan

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

22.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

35.6 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

22.3 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

22.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
American Falls waterfall

American Falls

22.3 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

45.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

23.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

43.5 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Stoney Pitcher Falls waterfall CC

Stoney Pitcher Falls

22 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
North Eller Falls waterfall

North Eller Falls

51 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
4.0 km 61 m
Terrace Falls waterfall

Terrace Falls

51.1 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
4.0 km Unknown
Scout Falls waterfall

Scout Falls

51.1 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Decew Falls waterfall

Decew Falls

54.5 km away
Ontario
Moderate
1.6 km 46 m
Lower Scout Falls waterfall

Lower Scout Falls

51.3 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Lower Decew Falls waterfall

Lower Decew Falls

54.6 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
3.2 km 73 m
Swayze Falls waterfall

Swayze Falls

52.4 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
6.6 km 104 m
Effingham Falls waterfall

Effingham Falls

52.9 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
2.4 km Unknown
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

31.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rockway Falls waterfall

Rockway Falls

55.2 km away
In Rockway Conservation Area
Ontario
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown
Lower Rockway Falls waterfall

Lower Rockway Falls

55.4 km away
In Rockway Conservation Area
Ontario
Moderate
1.9 km 74 m

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sloan

Are there free waterfalls near Sloan?

There are 24 free waterfalls near Sloan, including Arkwright Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sloan?

There are 16 easy waterfall hikes near Sloan, including American Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sloan?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sloan, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sloan?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sloan, including American Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sloan?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sloan?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sloan is American Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Sloan?

The tallest waterfall near Sloan is Bridal Veil Falls at 181 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sloan?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Sloan have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sloan?

The closest waterfall to Sloan is Horseshoe Falls, approximately 21 miles away.

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