Waterfall Hikes Near Walden, NY

6,861 residents

New_York Time Zone

31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Walden? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Walden. 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 41.5603°N, -74.1879°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Walden

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 31 gauged

12 of 31 waterfalls near Walden are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Glen Falls Low Kaaterskill Falls Low Darbytown Falls Roaring 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 Hardenburgh Falls Strong High Falls Roaring Ridgeway Falls Roaring High Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Low Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Low Shohola Falls Moderate Vernooy Falls Low Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tompkins Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Low

Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 78°F

Aft 61°F Chance Rain Showers

Fri 65°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Sat 78°F Sunny Best

Sun 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Mon 83°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny

Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Walden (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 Walden (23 waterfalls)

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

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

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 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

All 31 Waterfalls Near Walden

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

Nevele Falls

19.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 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

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

Katrina Falls

33.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Vernooy Falls

31.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

3.5 miles 400 ft

Glenerie Falls

22.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Passaic Falls

23.5 miles away

New Jersey

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

High Falls

18.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

33.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Kaaterskill Falls

34.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.6 miles 400 ft

Pinchot Falls

21.6 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Roxbury Falls

30.6 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Darbytown Falls

18.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Glen Falls

35.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Raymondskill Falls

7.2 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Walden

Are there free waterfalls near Walden?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Walden, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Walden?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Walden?

There are 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near Walden, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Walden?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Walden, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Walden?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Walden?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Walden?

The tallest waterfall near Walden is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Walden?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Walden have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Walden?

The closest waterfall to Walden is Verkeerder Kill Falls, approximately 12.0 miles away.

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