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

8 of 36 waterfalls near Watchtower are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 77°F

Thu 63°F Rain Showers Likely

Fri 65°F Chance Rain Showers

Sat 77°F Sunny Best

Sun 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Mon 83°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny

Wed 88°F Chance Rain Showers

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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

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

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Vernooy Falls

31.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

3.5 miles 400 ft

Katrina Falls

33.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Watchtower

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

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Vernooy Falls

31.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

3.5 miles 400 ft

Katrina Falls

33.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 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

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

High Falls

18.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Glenerie Falls

22.6 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

Darbytown Falls

18.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Passaic Falls

23.5 miles away

New Jersey

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Pinchot Falls

21.6 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

Shohola Falls

19.7 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Watchtower

Are there free waterfalls near Watchtower?

There are 20 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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