Waterfall Hikes Near Wanakah, NY

3,158 residents
New York Time Zone
35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wanakah? There are 35 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Wanakah. 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 42.7435°N, -78.9027°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wanakah

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 35 gauged

19 of 31 waterfalls near Wanakah are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Arkwright Falls Barely Flowing Shumla Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Fall Brook Falls Low Lower Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Stoney Pitcher Falls Low Lower Ball's Falls Strong Upper Ball's Falls Strong West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls Strong Louth Falls Strong Quarry Springs Falls Strong Horseshoe Falls Low Thirty Road Falls Strong Lower Beamer Falls Strong Beamer's Falls Strong Konkle Falls Strong Decew Falls Roaring Terrace Falls Roaring Lower Decew Falls Roaring Lower Rockway Falls Roaring Rockway Falls Roaring Swayze Falls Roaring Scout Falls Roaring North Eller Falls Roaring Effingham Falls Roaring Lower Scout Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Sat 80°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 76°F Partly Sunny
Tue 77°F Sunny
Wed 78°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 74°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 74°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Wanakah

Updated about 6 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Decew Falls Roaring · 11 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Terrace Falls Roaring · 11 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Lower Decew Falls Roaring · 11 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Lower Rockway Falls Roaring · 11 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Rockway Falls Roaring · 11 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Swayze Falls Roaring · 11 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wanakah (15 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.

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

32.2 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

10.4 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

16.7 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

10.5 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

10.5 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft

All 35 Waterfalls Near Wanakah

Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

30.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

32.2 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

10.4 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

16.7 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

10.5 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

10.5 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 50 ft
American Falls waterfall

American Falls

10.5 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

21.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
Stoney Pitcher Falls waterfall CC

Stoney Pitcher Falls

28.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Arkwright Falls waterfall

Arkwright Falls

49 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
North Eller Falls waterfall

North Eller Falls

53.6 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
4.0 km 61 m
Terrace Falls waterfall

Terrace Falls

53.7 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
4.0 km Unknown
Scout Falls waterfall

Scout Falls

66.8 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Decew Falls waterfall

Decew Falls

50.9 km away
Ontario
Moderate
1.6 km 46 m
Lower Scout Falls waterfall

Lower Scout Falls

53.9 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Lower Decew Falls waterfall

Lower Decew Falls

51.1 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Easy
3.2 km 73 m
Swayze Falls waterfall

Swayze Falls

55 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
6.6 km 104 m

Shumla Falls

7.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Effingham Falls waterfall

Effingham Falls

55.5 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
2.4 km Unknown
Rockway Falls waterfall

Rockway Falls

57.8 km away
In Rockway Conservation Area
Ontario
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wanakah

Are there free waterfalls near Wanakah?

There are 24 free waterfalls near Wanakah, including Arkwright Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wanakah?

There are 15 easy waterfall hikes near Wanakah, including American Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wanakah?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wanakah, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wanakah?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Wanakah, including American Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wanakah?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Wanakah?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Wanakah?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Wanakah have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Wanakah?

The closest waterfall to Wanakah is Johnson Falls, approximately 19.8 miles away.

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