Waterfall Hikes Near Centereach, NY

31,889 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Centereach? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Centereach. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.8681°N, -73.0821°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Centereach

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

4 waterfalls near Centereach have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Low Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Tod 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 89°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 97°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Centereach

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rippowan Falls Low · 3 cfs 14th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 27 cfs 4th percentile
  3. 3 Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing · 22 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Centereach (1 waterfall)

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 Centereach (4 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

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

Wadsworth Falls

4.7 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near Centereach

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
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Wadsworth Falls

4.7 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Centereach

Are there free waterfalls near Centereach?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Centereach, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Centereach?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Centereach, including Rippowan Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Centereach?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Centereach, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Centereach?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Centereach, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Centereach?

The shortest waterfall hike near Centereach is Buttermilk Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Centereach?

The tallest waterfall near Centereach is Wadsworth Falls at 30 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Centereach?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Centereach have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Centereach?

The closest waterfall to Centereach is Rippowan Falls, approximately 28.5 miles away.

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