Waterfall Hikes Near Brewster Heights, NY

1,262 residents
New York Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Brewster Heights? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Brewster Heights. 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 41.4073°N, -73.6286°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Brewster Heights

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

18 waterfalls near Brewster Heights have live flow data 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 Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate Stony Kill Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 101°F

Wed 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 101°F Sunny Best
Fri 99°F Sunny
Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Brewster Heights

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Stony Kill Falls Moderate · 227 cfs 52nd percentile
  2. 2 Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate · 227 cfs 52nd percentile
  3. 3 Bash Bish Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 41st percentile
  4. 4 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 8th percentile
  5. 5 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 275 cfs 3rd percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Brewster Heights (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 waterfall

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Brewster Heights (16 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
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

19.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38.7 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

All 18 Waterfalls Near Brewster Heights

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 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
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

19.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38.7 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
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

37.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

37.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

23.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 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
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

4.7 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

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

Westfield Falls

10.4 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Brewster Heights

Are there free waterfalls near Brewster Heights?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Brewster Heights?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Brewster Heights?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near Brewster Heights, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Brewster Heights?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Brewster Heights, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Brewster Heights?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Brewster Heights, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Brewster Heights?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Brewster Heights?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Brewster Heights?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Brewster Heights have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Brewster Heights?

The closest waterfall to Brewster Heights is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 15.9 miles away.

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