Waterfall Hikes Near Cold Spring, NY

1,844 residents
New_York Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cold Spring? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cold Spring. 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 41.4191°N, -73.9545°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cold Spring

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

25 of 25 gauged

7 of 25 waterfalls near Cold Spring are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Strong Kaaterskill Falls Strong Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Denton Falls Strong High Falls Strong Katrina Falls Strong Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Strong Raymondskill Falls Strong Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Moderate Vernooy Falls Low Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 89°F

Fri 67°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 82°F Sunny
Sun 89°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 87°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 97°F Sunny
Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 81°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cold Spring (5 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 Cold Spring (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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 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 25 Waterfalls Near Cold Spring

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 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

Glenerie Falls

22.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Nevele Falls

19.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

16.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

38.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

31.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft
Pinchot Falls waterfall

Pinchot Falls

21.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

33.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

34.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

7.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

21.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cold Spring

Are there free waterfalls near Cold Spring?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Cold Spring, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cold Spring?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Cold Spring, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cold Spring?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cold Spring, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cold Spring?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cold Spring, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cold Spring?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cold Spring?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Cold Spring?

The tallest waterfall near Cold Spring is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cold Spring?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Cold Spring have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cold Spring?

The closest waterfall to Cold Spring is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 2.7 miles away.

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