Waterfall Hikes Near Monticello, NY

7,224 residents
New York Time Zone
48 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Monticello? There are 48 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Monticello. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 41.6522°N, -74.6874°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Monticello

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

47 of 48 gauged

36 of 47 waterfalls near Monticello are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Strong Buck Hill Falls Moderate Bucks Falls Roaring Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate Canada Falls Strong Darbytown Falls Roaring Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong High Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Glenerie Falls Moderate Hardenburgh Falls Moderate High Falls Roaring Ridgeway Falls Roaring High Falls Strong Indian Ladder Falls Strong Leavitt Falls Strong Spruce Cabin Falls Strong Snow Hill Falls Strong Little Falls Roaring Wangum Falls Roaring Manorkill Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Mine Kill Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Strong Pottersville Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Strong Watauga Falls Moderate Vernooy Falls Strong Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring Stony Kill Falls Roaring Tompkins Falls Strong Tillman Falls Strong Straton Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Aft 78°F Sunny
Sat 75°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 74°F Sunny
Tue 75°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 76°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 76°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Monticello

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Little Falls Roaring · 1070 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Wangum Falls Roaring · 1070 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Darbytown Falls Roaring · 1750 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Roaring · 1860 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Ridgeway Falls Roaring · 1860 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Stony Kill Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 99th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Monticello (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 Monticello (32 waterfalls)

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

Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

17.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft

All 48 Waterfalls Near Monticello

Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

17.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

6.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

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

Hanging Rock Falls

3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft

Darbytown Falls

24.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

4.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Pinchot Falls

40.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

47.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tompkins Falls waterfall

Tompkins Falls

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

Vernooy Falls

19.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

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

Shohola Falls

29.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Canada Falls waterfall

Canada Falls

17.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ridgeway Falls

32.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

37.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

37.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

31.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

23.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Monticello

Are there free waterfalls near Monticello?

There are 25 free waterfalls near Monticello, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Monticello?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Monticello?

There are 32 dog-friendly waterfalls near Monticello, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Monticello?

There are 32 kid-friendly waterfalls near Monticello, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Monticello?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Monticello?

The shortest waterfall hike near Monticello is Bass Lake Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Monticello?

The tallest waterfall near Monticello is Verkeerder Kill Falls at 187 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Monticello require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Monticello requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Monticello?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Monticello have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Monticello?

The closest waterfall to Monticello is Katrina Falls, approximately 5.1 miles away.

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