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

25 waterfalls near Cold Spring have live flow data today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 102°F

Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 96°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 102°F Sunny Best
Fri 99°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 90°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Cold Spring

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Hanging Rock Falls Moderate ยท 312 cfs 56th percentile
  2. 2 Stony Kill Falls Moderate ยท 203 cfs 50th percentile
  3. 3 Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate ยท 203 cfs 50th percentile
  4. 4 Raymondskill Falls Moderate ยท 2300 cfs 39th percentile
  5. 5 Pinchot Falls Moderate ยท 2300 cfs 39th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Moderate ยท 123 cfs 35th percentile

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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

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
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
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Cold Spring

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
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
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 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
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
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

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

Denton Falls

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

High Falls

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

Katrina Falls

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

Vernooy Falls

31.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft

Pinchot Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Kaaterskill Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

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

Maple Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

48.7 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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