Waterfall Hikes Near West Valley, NY

495 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Valley? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Valley. 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 42.4037°N, -78.6115°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Valley

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

9 of 11 waterfalls near West Valley are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Strong Johnson Falls Strong Johnson Falls Strong Arkwright Falls Moderate Shumla Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Strong Lower Falls Strong Middle Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Stoney Pitcher Falls Strong Stone Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Aft 74°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 72°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 71°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Lab 72°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 79°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 70°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near West Valley

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cascade Falls Strong · 172 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Stoney Pitcher Falls Strong · 3150 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Angel Falls Strong · 371 cfs 86th percentile
  4. 4 Johnson Falls Strong · 371 cfs 86th percentile
  5. 5 Johnson Falls Strong · 371 cfs 86th percentile
  6. 6 Lower Falls Strong · 2110 cfs 79th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Valley (2 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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Valley (6 waterfalls)

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

Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

26.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near West Valley

Stoney Pitcher Falls waterfall CC

Stoney Pitcher Falls

32.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

10.6 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

8.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Arkwright Falls waterfall

Arkwright Falls

46.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Shumla Falls

6.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Johnson Falls waterfall

Johnson Falls

26.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
5.0 miles 300 ft
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
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

43.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

34.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stone Falls waterfall

Stone Falls

32 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Valley

Are there free waterfalls near West Valley?

There are 3 free waterfalls near West Valley, including Arkwright Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Valley?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near West Valley, including Angel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Valley?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Valley, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Valley?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Valley, including Angel Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Valley?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Valley is Angel Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near West Valley?

The tallest waterfall near West Valley is Middle Falls at 107 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Valley?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near West Valley have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Valley?

The closest waterfall to West Valley is Stoney Pitcher Falls, approximately 7.8 miles away.

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