Waterfall Hikes Near Walden, NY

6,861 residents

New York Time Zone

34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Walden? There are 34 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

34 of 34 gauged

6 of 34 waterfalls near Walden are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Kaaterskill Falls Moderate Darbytown Falls Strong Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Denton Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Katrina Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Moderate Hardenburgh Falls Moderate High Falls Strong Ridgeway Falls Strong High Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Strong Raymondskill Falls Strong Rensselaerville Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Moderate Wangum Falls Strong Vernooy Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate Stony Kill Falls Moderate Tompkins Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 72°F

Aft 77°F Mostly Sunny

Sun 72°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Lab 76°F Sunny

Tue 79°F Sunny

Wed 81°F Partly Sunny

Thu 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Fri 72°F Sunny Best

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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 (26 waterfalls)

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

Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall

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Verkeerder Kill Falls

13.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

6.5 miles 700 ft

Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

4.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.0 miles 200 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Walden

Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

29.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 150 ft

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

31.6 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Ridgeway Falls

32.4 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

37.5 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

37.8 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

31.8 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

23.9 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

1.0 miles 150 ft

Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

23.9 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

24 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

33.8 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Wangum Falls waterfall

Wangum Falls

29.8 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rensselaerville Falls waterfall

Rensselaerville Falls

21.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hardenburgh Falls

13.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Tompkins Falls waterfall

Tompkins Falls

41.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Walden

Are there free waterfalls near Walden?

There are 20 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 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Walden, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Walden?

There are 26 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, 14 waterfalls near Walden have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Walden?

The closest waterfall to Walden is Verkeerder Kill Falls, approximately 12 miles away.

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