Waterfall Hikes Near Vails Gate, NY

2,881 residents
New_York Time Zone
28 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Vails Gate? There are 28 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Vails Gate. 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 41.4588°N, -74.0533°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Vails Gate

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

28 of 28 gauged

8 of 28 waterfalls near Vails Gate are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Kaaterskill Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Glenerie Falls Low High Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Low Shohola Falls Moderate Vernooy Falls Low Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 79°F

Tod 62°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 65°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 79°F Sunny Best
Sun 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Vails Gate (6 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 Vails Gate (24 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 28 Waterfalls Near Vails Gate

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

18.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

7.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

23.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

23.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

45.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Vails Gate

Are there free waterfalls near Vails Gate?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Vails Gate, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Vails Gate?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Vails Gate, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Vails Gate?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Vails Gate, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Vails Gate?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Vails Gate, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Vails Gate?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Vails Gate, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Vails Gate?

The shortest waterfall hike near Vails Gate is Buttermilk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Vails Gate?

The tallest waterfall near Vails Gate is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Vails Gate?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Vails Gate have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Vails Gate?

The closest waterfall to Vails Gate is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 8.2 miles away.

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