Waterfall Hikes Near Williamsville, NY

5,411 residents
New York Time Zone
41 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Williamsville? There are 41 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Williamsville. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 42.9623°N, -78.7418°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Williamsville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 41 gauged

10 of 37 waterfalls near Williamsville are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Johnson Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Fall Brook Falls Barely Flowing Lower Falls Barely Flowing Middle Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Triphammer Falls Moderate Stoney Pitcher Falls Barely Flowing Lower Ball's Falls Moderate Upper Ball's Falls Moderate West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls Moderate Louth Falls Moderate Quarry Springs Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Thirty Road Falls Moderate Lower Beamer Falls Moderate Beamer's Falls Moderate West of Fifty Upper Cascade Moderate West of Fifty Lower Falls Moderate Fifty Road Cascade Moderate East of Fifty Falls Moderate Puddicombe Falls Moderate Konkle Falls Moderate Grand Cascade Moderate Decew Falls Strong Terrace Falls Strong Lower Decew Falls Strong Lower Rockway Falls Strong Rockway Falls Strong Swayze Falls Strong Scout Falls Strong North Eller Falls Strong Effingham Falls Strong Lower Scout Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Wed 89°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 92°F Sunny
Fri 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 83°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Williamsville

Updated about 5 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Scout Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Effingham Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 North Eller Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  4. 4 Scout Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  5. 5 Swayze Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Rockway Falls Strong · 11 cfs 80th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Williamsville (20 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.

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

36.9 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

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

American Falls

23.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

All 41 Waterfalls Near Williamsville

Grand Cascade waterfall

Grand Cascade

0.3 km away
Ontario
Easy
Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Williamsville

Are there free waterfalls near Williamsville?

There are 30 free waterfalls near Williamsville, including Beamer's Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Williamsville?

There are 20 easy waterfall hikes near Williamsville, including American Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Williamsville?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Williamsville, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Williamsville?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Williamsville, including American Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Williamsville?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Williamsville, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Williamsville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Williamsville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Williamsville?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Williamsville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Williamsville?

The closest waterfall to Williamsville is Horseshoe Falls, approximately 19.7 miles away.

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