Waterfall Hikes Near Watchtower, NY

545 residents
New York Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Watchtower? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Watchtower. 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 41.6370°N, -74.2633°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Watchtower

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

36 of 36 gauged

1 of 36 waterfalls near Watchtower is flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Kaaterskill Falls Barely Flowing Canada Falls Barely Flowing Darbytown Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Barely Flowing Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing Factory Falls Barely Flowing Fulmer Falls Barely Flowing Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing Denton Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Katrina Falls Barely Flowing Hanging Rock Falls Moderate Hardenburgh Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Ridgeway Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Manorkill Falls Barely Flowing Mine Kill Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Shohola Falls Roaring Wangum Falls Barely Flowing Vernooy Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate Stony Kill Falls Moderate Tompkins Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low Straton Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 28 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 101°F

Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 99°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 101°F Sunny Best
Fri 100°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 97°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 90°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Watchtower

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Hanging Rock Falls Roaring ยท 318 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Shohola Falls Roaring ยท 49 cfs 92nd percentile
  3. 3 Stony Kill Falls Moderate ยท 211 cfs 52nd percentile
  4. 4 Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate ยท 211 cfs 52nd percentile
  5. 5 Darbytown Falls Moderate ยท 387 cfs 51st percentile
  6. 6 Tillman Falls Low ยท 26 cfs 16th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Watchtower (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 Watchtower (27 waterfalls)

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

Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

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

Hanging Rock Falls

27.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

31.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Watchtower

Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

3.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

27.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

31.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

36.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Glenerie Falls

22.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

22 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

43.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft

Darbytown Falls

45.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Pinchot Falls

49.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

24 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

49.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

39.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Watchtower

Are there free waterfalls near Watchtower?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Watchtower, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Watchtower?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Watchtower?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Watchtower, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Watchtower?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Watchtower, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Watchtower?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Watchtower?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Watchtower?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Watchtower?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Watchtower have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Watchtower?

The closest waterfall to Watchtower is Verkeerder Kill Falls, approximately 5.1 miles away.

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