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 Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low High Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Kaaterskill Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Denton Falls Low High Falls Low Katrina Falls Low Glenerie Falls Low Great Falls Barely Flowing Hanging Rock Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Moderate Vernooy Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 82°F

Sat 82°F Sunny Best

Sun 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny

Mon 87°F Sunny

Tue 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Thu 71°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Fri 73°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

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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

45.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall

CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

6.5 miles 700 ft

Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.0 miles 200 ft

Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.6 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near Beacon

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

7.2 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

36.8 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

38.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

4.9 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

38.8 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 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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