Waterfall Hikes Near South Fallsburg, NY

1,938 residents
New York Time Zone
43 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near South Fallsburg? There are 43 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of South Fallsburg. 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 41.7040°N, -74.6331°W

Map of Waterfalls Near South Fallsburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

43 of 43 gauged

1 of 43 waterfalls near South Fallsburg is flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Bucks Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Low Winona Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Kaaterskill Falls Barely Flowing Canada Falls Barely Flowing Darbytown Falls Low Deer Leap Falls Barely Flowing Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing Factory Falls Barely Flowing Fulmer Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing Denton Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Katrina Falls Barely Flowing Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Hanging Rock Falls Moderate Hardenburgh Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Ridgeway Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Indian Ladder Falls Barely Flowing Leavitt Falls Barely Flowing Snow Hill Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Wangum Falls Barely Flowing Manorkill Falls Barely Flowing Mine Kill Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Roaring Watauga Falls Barely Flowing Vernooy Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate Stony Kill Falls Moderate Tompkins Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low Straton Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 15 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 95°F

Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 93°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 95°F Sunny Best
Fri 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near South Fallsburg

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Shohola Falls Roaring · 48 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Hanging Rock Falls Moderate · 312 cfs 56th percentile
  3. 3 Stony Kill Falls Moderate · 211 cfs 52nd percentile
  4. 4 Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate · 211 cfs 52nd percentile
  5. 5 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 72 cfs 42nd percentile
  6. 6 Darbytown Falls Low · 219 cfs 22nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near South Fallsburg (4 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 South Fallsburg (29 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 43 Waterfalls Near South Fallsburg

Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

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

High Falls

36.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

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

Nevele Falls

3.3 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
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

31.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft

Darbytown Falls

45.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tompkins Falls waterfall

Tompkins Falls

34.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canada Falls waterfall

Canada Falls

32.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls

49.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Straton Falls

34.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

49.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

39.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Ridgeway Falls

35.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

49 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near South Fallsburg

Are there free waterfalls near South Fallsburg?

There are 21 free waterfalls near South Fallsburg, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near South Fallsburg?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near South Fallsburg, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in South Fallsburg?

There are 29 dog-friendly waterfalls near South Fallsburg, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near South Fallsburg?

There are 29 kid-friendly waterfalls near South Fallsburg, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near South Fallsburg?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near South Fallsburg, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near South Fallsburg?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near South Fallsburg?

The tallest waterfall near South Fallsburg is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around South Fallsburg?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near South Fallsburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to South Fallsburg?

The closest waterfall to South Fallsburg is Katrina Falls, approximately 5.3 miles away.

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