Waterfall Hikes Near Arlington, NY

2,405 residents

New York Time Zone

29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Arlington? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Arlington. 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 41.6965°N, -73.8989°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Arlington

Today's Conditions

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Water Flow

29 of 29 gauged

1 of 29 waterfalls near Arlington is flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Barely Flowing Campbell Falls Barely Flowing Race Brook Falls Barely Flowing Umpachene Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Meadow Falls Moderate Rossman Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Kaaterskill Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Denton Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Katrina Falls Barely Flowing Dickinson Falls Roaring Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Hanging Rock Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Vernooy Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate Stony Kill Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 102°F

Wed 97°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 102°F Sunny Best

Fri 101°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Ind 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 91°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 85°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Tue 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Arlington (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Arlington (21 waterfalls)

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

Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.0 miles 200 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall

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Verkeerder Kill Falls

20.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

6.5 miles 700 ft

Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

27.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Arlington

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

36.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

23.3 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

3.0 miles 800 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

19.6 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

13.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Dickinson Falls

25.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

36.9 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

17 miles away

Massachusetts

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Arlington

Are there free waterfalls near Arlington?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Arlington, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Arlington?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Arlington, including Rippowan Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Arlington?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Arlington, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Arlington?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Arlington, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Arlington?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Arlington, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Arlington?

The shortest waterfall hike near Arlington is Bash Bish Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Arlington?

The tallest waterfall near Arlington is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Arlington?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Arlington have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Arlington?

The closest waterfall to Arlington is Stony Kill Falls, approximately 18.5 miles away.

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