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 Hanging Rock Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Low Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Vernooy Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate Stony Kill Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours 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

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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

Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

49 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

34 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

1.0 miles 150 ft

Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

33.9 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

33.9 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

33.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 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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