Waterfall Hikes Near Swan Lake, NY

249 residents

New_York Time Zone

45 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Swan Lake? There are 45 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Swan Lake. 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 41.7573°N, -74.7829°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Swan Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

44 of 45 gauged

8 of 44 waterfalls near Swan Lake are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 29 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Chance Rain Showers · 63°F

Thu 59°F Chance Rain Showers

Fri 63°F Chance Rain Showers Best

Sat 76°F Patchy Fog then Sunny

Sun 80°F Chance Rain Showers

Mon 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 86°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Swan Lake (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 Swan Lake (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

Tompkins Falls

12.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 45 Waterfalls Near Swan Lake

Katrina Falls

33.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

High Falls

38.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Denton Falls

16.3 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

Tompkins Falls

12.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Nevele Falls

19.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Darbytown Falls

18.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 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

Pinchot Falls

21.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Canada Falls

19.2 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

Vernooy Falls

31.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

3.5 miles 400 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

Fulmer Falls

23.2 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

1.0 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Swan Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Swan Lake?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Swan Lake?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Swan Lake?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Swan Lake?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Swan Lake?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Swan Lake?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Swan Lake?

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

Do any waterfalls near Swan Lake require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Swan Lake?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Swan Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Swan Lake?

The closest waterfall to Swan Lake is Katrina Falls, approximately 14.3 miles away.

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