Indian Falls (Pembrook)

Indian Falls is a wonderfully jagged and irregular looking falls on Tonawanda Creek in the hamlet of Indian Falls, located about halfway between Buffalo and Batavia. Tumbling 20 ft down the gray dolomite stone of the Onondaga Escarpment, when fully flowing it can stretch across the 115 ft width of the gorge and fill the basin below, reducing the fall’s height significantly. When the creek is more dry, the falls takes on a more interesting character, with veils of water sliding down worn fissures, and bouncing from boulder to boulder.

While the land surrounding the falls is all privately owned, you can catch a glimpse from the Indian Falls Log Cabin Restaurant’s parking lot. The view is from the top and side only, but considering we are fortunate to see it at all, it’s much appreciated. Better yet, dine on their outdoor deck for a mildly better view and some good Western New York eats.