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

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Water Flow

43 of 43 gauged

18 of 43 waterfalls near South Fallsburg are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 77°F

Tod 60°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Fri 64°F Chance Rain Showers

Sat 77°F Sunny Best

Sun 82°F Chance Rain Showers

Mon 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 83°F Chance Rain Showers

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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

33.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

6.5 miles 700 ft

All 43 Waterfalls Near South Fallsburg

Katrina Falls

33.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Denton Falls

16.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

High Falls

38.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Nevele Falls

19.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

6.5 miles 700 ft

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.0 miles 200 ft

High Falls

18.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Vernooy Falls

31.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

3.5 miles 400 ft

Darbytown Falls

18.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Tompkins Falls

12.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Canada Falls

19.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls

21.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Straton Falls

9.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Raymondskill Falls

7.2 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Shohola Falls

19.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 150 ft

Ridgeway Falls

10.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Silverthread Falls

21.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dingmans Falls

7.9 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

High Falls

9.5 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 20 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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