Waterfall Hikes Near Beacon, NY

13,876 residents
New York Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Beacon? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Beacon. 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 41.5036°N, -73.9655°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Beacon

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

26 of 26 gauged

26 waterfalls near Beacon have live flow data today

Bash Bish Falls Barely Flowing Bear Rock Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate High 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 Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Hanging Rock Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Low Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Vernooy Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate Stony Kill Falls Moderate

Updated 12 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 100°F

Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 95°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 100°F Sunny Best
Fri 100°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Beacon

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Hanging Rock Falls Moderate ยท 312 cfs 56th percentile
  2. 2 Stony Kill Falls Moderate ยท 211 cfs 52nd percentile
  3. 3 Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate ยท 211 cfs 52nd percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Moderate ยท 123 cfs 35th percentile
  5. 5 High Falls Moderate ยท 123 cfs 35th percentile
  6. 6 Rippowan Falls Low ยท 3 cfs 20th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Beacon (3 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 Beacon (21 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near Beacon

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Glenerie Falls

22.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

3.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

27.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

36.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

31.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

22 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

43.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

24 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Pinchot Falls

49.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

33.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Beacon

Are there free waterfalls near Beacon?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Beacon?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Beacon, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Beacon?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Beacon?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Beacon?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Beacon, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Beacon?

The shortest waterfall hike near Beacon is Bash Bish Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Beacon?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Beacon?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Beacon have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Beacon?

The closest waterfall to Beacon is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 6.7 miles away.

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