Waterfall Hikes Near University at Buffalo, NY

6,189 residents

New York Time Zone

46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near University at Buffalo? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of University at Buffalo. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 43.0025°N, -78.7887°W

Map of Waterfalls Near University at Buffalo

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

42 of 46 gauged

10 of 42 waterfalls near University at Buffalo are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Stoney Pitcher Falls Barely Flowing 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 West of Fifty Upper Cascade Moderate West of Fifty Lower Falls Moderate Fifty Road Cascade Moderate East of Fifty Falls Moderate Puddicombe Falls Moderate Konkle Falls Moderate Grand Cascade Moderate Vinemount West Falls Moderate Dewitt Falls Moderate McNeilly Falls Moderate McNeilly West Falls Moderate Tallman East Falls Moderate Vinemount East Falls Moderate Lewis Road West Falls Moderate Lewis Road East Falls Moderate Pond Falls Moderate Promontory 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

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Wed 91°F Sunny

Thu 91°F Sunny

Fri 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Ind 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Sun 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny Best

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near University at Buffalo (23 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

22.9 miles away

New York

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Horseshoe Falls

36.9 km away

Ontario

Drive Up

Unknown Unknown

Niagara Falls

23 miles away

New York

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Bridal Veil Falls

23 miles away

New York

Easy

0.5 miles 50 ft

American Falls

23.1 miles away

New York

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near University at Buffalo

McNeilly Falls

0.9 km away

In Winona

Ontario

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

McNeilly West Falls

1.2 km away

In Winona

Ontario

Easy

Unknown Unknown

Tallman East Falls

0.2 km away

Ontario

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

Vinemount East Falls

0.5 km away

In Winona

Ontario

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

Vinemount West Falls

0.7 km away

Ontario

Easy

0.3 km 9 m

Dewitt Falls

56.9 km away

Ontario

Drive Up

Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near University at Buffalo

Are there free waterfalls near University at Buffalo?

There are 38 free waterfalls near University at Buffalo, including Beamer's Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near University at Buffalo?

There are 23 easy waterfall hikes near University at Buffalo, including American Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in University at Buffalo?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near University at Buffalo, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near University at Buffalo?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near University at Buffalo, including American Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near University at Buffalo?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near University at Buffalo, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near University at Buffalo?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near University at Buffalo?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around University at Buffalo?

Yes, 37 waterfalls near University at Buffalo have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to University at Buffalo?

The closest waterfall to University at Buffalo is Horseshoe Falls, approximately 15.8 miles away.

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