Waterfall Hikes Near Brewster, NY

2,506 residents

New York Time Zone

20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Brewster? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Brewster. 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 41.3970°N, -73.6151°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Brewster

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

2 of 20 waterfalls near Brewster are flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Barely Flowing Bear Rock Falls Barely Flowing Campbell Falls Barely Flowing Race Brook Falls Barely Flowing Umpachene Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Low Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Moderate Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 43 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 80°F

Sat 80°F Sunny Best

Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 83°F Rain Showers Likely then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Tue 83°F Sunny

Wed 85°F Sunny

Thu 84°F Chance Rain Showers

Fri 79°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Brewster (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.

Rippowan Falls

24.7 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Brewster (17 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls

49 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Roxbury Falls

10.1 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

13.5 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls

18.7 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Brewster

Buttermilk Falls

49 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Roxbury Falls

10.1 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rippowan Falls

24.7 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

Buttermilk Falls

13.5 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls

18.7 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Bear Rock Falls

38.4 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bash Bish Falls

38.6 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Race Brook Falls

46 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

3.0 miles 800 ft

High Falls

45.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

39 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Verkeerder Kill Falls

48.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

6.5 miles 700 ft

Wadsworth Falls

16 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Stony Kill Falls

25.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.0 miles 200 ft

Glenerie Falls

49 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Westfield Falls

4.2 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Passaic Falls

46.9 miles away

New Jersey

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Nevele Falls

31 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Campbell Falls

35.3 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Umpachene Falls

20.7 miles away

Massachusetts

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Brewster

Are there free waterfalls near Brewster?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Brewster, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Brewster?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Brewster?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Brewster, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Brewster?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Brewster, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Brewster?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Brewster?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Brewster?

The tallest waterfall near Brewster is Verkeerder Kill Falls at 187 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Brewster?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Brewster have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Brewster?

The closest waterfall to Brewster is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 16 miles away.

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