Waterfall Hikes Near Wanakah, NY

3,158 residents

New York Time Zone

35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wanakah? There are 35 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Wanakah. 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 42.7435°N, -78.9027°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wanakah

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 35 gauged

19 of 31 waterfalls near Wanakah are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Moderate Johnson Falls Moderate Johnson Falls Moderate Arkwright Falls Moderate Shumla Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Fall Brook Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Middle Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Stoney Pitcher Falls Moderate 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 Moderate Thirty Road Falls Strong Lower Beamer Falls Strong Beamer's Falls Strong Konkle Falls Strong 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 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Aft 74°F Partly Sunny

Sun 73°F Partly Sunny

Lab 74°F Mostly Sunny Best

Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny

Wed 81°F Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 71°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Fri 68°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Wanakah

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wanakah (15 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.

Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

10.6 miles away

New York

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

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

All 35 Waterfalls Near Wanakah

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

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

34.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls waterfall

West Eighteen Mile Creek Falls

46.4 km away

Ontario

Moderate

1.9 km Unknown

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

Quarry Springs Falls waterfall

Quarry Springs Falls

42.6 km away

Ontario

Moderate

1.6 km Unknown

Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

44.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

44 miles away

New York

Easy

0.6 miles 50 ft

Konkle Falls waterfall

Konkle Falls

78.2 km away

Ontario

Easy

2.9 km 13 m

Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

43.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 200 ft

Thirty Road Falls waterfall

Thirty Road Falls

75.6 km away

Ontario

Moderate

0.6 km Unknown

Fall Brook Falls waterfall

Fall Brook Falls

45.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Lower Beamer Falls waterfall

Lower Beamer Falls

41.1 km away

Ontario

Moderate

4.2 km 115 m

Beamer's Falls waterfall

Beamer's Falls

41.2 km away

Ontario

Easy

1.0 km Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wanakah

Are there free waterfalls near Wanakah?

There are 24 free waterfalls near Wanakah, including Arkwright Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wanakah?

There are 15 easy waterfall hikes near Wanakah, including American Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wanakah?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wanakah, including American Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wanakah?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Wanakah, including American Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wanakah?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Wanakah?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Wanakah?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Wanakah have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Wanakah?

The closest waterfall to Wanakah is Johnson Falls, approximately 19.8 miles away.

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