Waterfall Hikes Near Kenmore, NY

15,155 residents
New York Time Zone
52 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kenmore? There are 52 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Kenmore. 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 42.9646°N, -78.8713°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kenmore

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

48 of 52 gauged

45 of 48 waterfalls near Kenmore are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Strong Johnson Falls Strong Johnson Falls Strong Arkwright Falls Moderate Shumla Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Strong Stoney Pitcher Falls Strong Lower Ball's Falls Roaring Upper Ball's Falls Roaring West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls Roaring Louth Falls Roaring Quarry Springs Falls Roaring Horseshoe Falls Low Thirty Road Falls Strong Lower Beamer Falls Strong Beamer's Falls Strong West of Fifty Upper Cascade Strong West of Fifty Lower Falls Strong Fifty Road Cascade Strong East of Fifty Falls Strong Puddicombe Falls Strong Konkle Falls Strong Grand Cascade Strong Vinemount West Falls Strong Devil's Punchbowl Falls Strong Lower Punchbowl Falls Strong Dewitt Falls Strong Billy Green Falls Strong Centennial Falls Strong McNeilly Falls Strong McNeilly West Falls Strong Tallman East Falls Strong Vinemount East Falls Strong Lewis Road West Falls Strong Lewis Road East Falls Strong Pond Falls Strong Promontory 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

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Aft 77°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 74°F Sunny
Lab 76°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 74°F Partly Sunny
Wed 78°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 76°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Kenmore

Updated about 8 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Lower Scout Falls Roaring · 16 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Effingham Falls Roaring · 16 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 North Eller Falls Roaring · 16 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Scout Falls Roaring · 16 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Swayze Falls Roaring · 16 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Rockway Falls Roaring · 16 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kenmore (25 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

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

Horseshoe Falls

22.7 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

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

American Falls

14.3 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

All 52 Waterfalls Near Kenmore

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

22.7 km away
Ontario
Drive Up
Unknown Unknown
Niagara Falls waterfall

Niagara Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

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

American Falls

14.3 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
North Eller Falls waterfall

North Eller Falls

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

Terrace Falls

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

Scout Falls

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

Decew Falls

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

Lower Scout Falls

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

Lower Decew Falls

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

Swayze Falls

39.5 km away
In Short Hills Provincial Park
Ontario
Moderate
6.6 km 104 m
Effingham Falls waterfall

Effingham Falls

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

Rockway Falls

42.3 km away
In Rockway Conservation Area
Ontario
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown
Lower Rockway Falls waterfall

Lower Rockway Falls

42.4 km away
In Rockway Conservation Area
Ontario
Moderate
1.9 km 74 m
Louth Falls waterfall

Louth Falls

46.3 km away
Ontario
Moderate
2.3 km 60 m
West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls waterfall

West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls

46.4 km away
Ontario
Moderate
1.9 km Unknown
Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

8.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper Ball's Falls waterfall

Upper Ball's Falls

47.8 km away
Ontario
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Lower Ball's Falls waterfall

Lower Ball's Falls

47.7 km away
Ontario
Easy
1.0 km 24 m

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kenmore

Are there free waterfalls near Kenmore?

There are 43 free waterfalls near Kenmore, including Arkwright Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kenmore?

There are 25 easy waterfall hikes near Kenmore, including American Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kenmore?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Kenmore, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kenmore?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Kenmore, including American Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Kenmore?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kenmore?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Kenmore?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Kenmore?

Yes, 41 waterfalls near Kenmore have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Kenmore?

The closest waterfall to Kenmore is Horseshoe Falls, approximately 14.1 miles away.

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