Waterfall Hikes Near Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY

3,044 residents
New York Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cornwall-on-Hudson? There are 30 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cornwall-on-Hudson. 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 41.4369°N, -74.0145°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cornwall-on-Hudson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

30 of 30 gauged

18 of 30 waterfalls near Cornwall-on-Hudson are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Kaaterskill Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Denton Falls Strong High Falls Strong Katrina Falls Strong Glenerie Falls Moderate High Falls Roaring Ridgeway Falls Roaring High Falls Strong Nevele Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Roaring Raymondskill Falls Roaring Rippowan Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Moderate Vernooy Falls Strong Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring Stony Kill Falls Roaring Tillman Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 79°F

Aft 84°F Sunny
Sat 78°F Sunny
Sun 76°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 79°F Sunny Best
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 80°F Partly Sunny
Thu 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Cornwall-on-Hudson

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Raymondskill Falls Roaring ยท 9620 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Pinchot Falls Roaring ยท 9620 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Ridgeway Falls Roaring ยท 2000 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Roaring ยท 2000 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring ยท 1560 cfs 97th percentile
  6. 6 Stony Kill Falls Roaring ยท 1560 cfs 97th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cornwall-on-Hudson (6 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 Cornwall-on-Hudson (24 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

4.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Cornwall-on-Hudson

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

4.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

3.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Glenerie Falls

38.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

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

Denton Falls

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

High Falls

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

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

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

Vernooy Falls

19.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

11 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

4.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft

Pinchot Falls

40.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

36 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

29.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cornwall-on-Hudson

Are there free waterfalls near Cornwall-on-Hudson?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Cornwall-on-Hudson, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cornwall-on-Hudson?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Cornwall-on-Hudson, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cornwall-on-Hudson?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cornwall-on-Hudson, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cornwall-on-Hudson?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cornwall-on-Hudson, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cornwall-on-Hudson?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Cornwall-on-Hudson, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cornwall-on-Hudson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cornwall-on-Hudson is Buttermilk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cornwall-on-Hudson?

The tallest waterfall near Cornwall-on-Hudson is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cornwall-on-Hudson?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Cornwall-on-Hudson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cornwall-on-Hudson?

The closest waterfall to Cornwall-on-Hudson is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 5.5 miles away.

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