Here’s The Perfect Weekend Itinerary If You Love Exploring Buffalo’s Waterfalls

If you're feeling the need to experience the great outdoors and searching for the best waterfalls near Buffalo, do exactly the opposite of what TLC (tender loving care, in case you missed that one) would suggest and set aside a weekend to go chasing waterfalls! Fill your tank, lace up your hiking boots, and pack your bags for this mini sightseeing road trip through Western New York.

Check out this interactive and adjustable map of our waterfall itinerary so you know just where to go.

Hit eight impressive waterfalls in one adventure-packed Western New York weekend.

Make a full day of it or reserve a night at a local B&B along the way while you explore some of the best waterfalls in Buffalo!

1. Start your day at Letchworth State Park.

The waterfalls at Letchworth State Park are second only to the "real deal" up north at Niagara, with water cascading down close to 600 feet. Letchworth is a great park to visit any time of year, and these falls near Buffalo are easily accessible in the winter months. Take a look at this stunning tour of the park!

2. Head west to Emery Park Falls.

Emery Falls is located in South Wales, just outside the village of East Aurora. There are two waterfalls within the park, each about 25 feet tall. Bonus for winter exploring: both of the waterfalls can be viewed without even leaving your car!

3. Continue on to witness the Eternal Flame.

You'll need your hiking boots for these Buffalo waterfalls, but the end result is well worth the work. The Eternal Flame Falls

is located in Orchard Park within Chestnut Ridge Park. A relatively easy one-mile hike will lead you down to the falls, where you can view the natural gas spring flame behind the water flow. Once here you'll understand why this is one of the best waterfall hikes in New York State.

This footage of the falls is oh so soothing!

4. Drive north to Glen Falls Park.

Glen Falls is located in the heart of Williamsville. The park features a 27-foot-tall waterfall that flows from Ellicott Creek. While the waterfall is technically visible from the road, a short walk through the park to get an up-close-and-personal look is highly recommended!

5. Take a slight detour to see Akron Falls Park.

Akron Falls is located in the Village of Akron within Akron Park, a 284-acre Erie County park. The park boasts a 40-foot waterfall on Murder Creek surrounded by beautiful scenery!

And you can't beat the calming sound of the falls!

6. Hit the Trifecta at Niagara Falls!

Of course, you'd have to visit the world-renowned Niagara Falls! Most people come to ride the boats that glide close to the cascades, but is not as widely known that you can hike here as well. Taking in the spectacular views on both sides of the border is an extra special treat.

7. Be sure not to miss the Bridal Veil Falls.

Gushing from a height of approximately 181 feet, Bridal Veil Falls definitely lives up to its name—the shape of the water as it cascades down looking like a bridal veil. These falls are one of the three waterfalls that together make up what is commonly simply called Niagara Falls. It is also sometimes referred to as the Iris Falls or the Luna Falls.

8. Marvel at the wonder that is Horseshoe Falls.

American Falls, Horseshoe Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls will be your final three on this weekend tour. I think it goes without saying that we saved the best (or at least biggest!) for last. If you haven't experienced Niagara Falls firsthand, you've been missing out! An interesting fact is that between Horseshoe Falls and Bridal Veil Falls there is a large island sitting in the middle of the Niagara River called Goat Island. This is also a wonderful place to explore and offers spectacular views and is arguably one of the best waterfalls around Buffalo

Have you visited any of the best waterfalls near Buffalo before? Are there any others you've been dying to see? Let us know in the comment section below, and happy adventuring!