Waterfall Hikes Near Bronx, NY

1,472,654 residents
New York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

The Bronx occupies coastal estuary lowlands and river valleys with low rocky ridgelines and riparian corridors cutting through urban parkland and bluffs near the Palisades, offering quick access to both shoreline and wooded terrain. Waterfall hikes within reach are mostly moderate routes through wooded ravines, river gorges and exposed bedrock scrambles with a few easy or drive-up cascades, creating a striking urban-to-wild contrast between dense neighborhoods and mature riverine forests.

Located at 40.8501°N, -73.8662°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bronx

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

3 of 6 waterfalls near Bronx are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Roaring Pottersville Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Roaring

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 86°F

Sat 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 86°F Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Mon 86°F Sunny Best
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 91°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Bronx

Updated 40 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Roaring · 5 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Roaring · 132 cfs 91st percentile
  3. 3 Rippowan Falls Strong · 11 cfs 86th percentile
  4. 4 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 67th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bronx (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.

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bronx (6 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 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
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

17 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Bronx

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

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

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 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
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

17 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bronx

Are there free waterfalls near Bronx?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Bronx, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bronx?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Bronx, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bronx?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bronx, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bronx?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bronx, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Bronx?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Bronx, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bronx?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bronx is Buttermilk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bronx?

The tallest waterfall near Bronx is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bronx?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Bronx have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bronx?

The closest waterfall to Bronx is Passaic Falls, approximately 16.6 miles away.

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