Waterfall Hikes Near Crown Heights, NY

3,030 residents
New York Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Crown Heights? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Crown Heights. 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 41.6416°N, -73.9287°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Crown Heights

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 29 gauged

29 waterfalls near Crown Heights have live flow data today

Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Barely Flowing Campbell Falls Barely Flowing Race Brook Falls Barely Flowing Umpachene Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Meadow Falls Moderate Rossman Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Kaaterskill Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Denton Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Katrina Falls Barely Flowing Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Hanging Rock Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing 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

Wed 97°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 102°F Sunny Best
Fri 102°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 97°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Crown Heights

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Hanging Rock Falls Moderate ยท 313 cfs 68th percentile
  2. 2 Stony Kill Falls Moderate ยท 227 cfs 52nd percentile
  3. 3 Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate ยท 227 cfs 52nd percentile
  4. 4 Bash Bish Falls Moderate ยท 16 cfs 41st percentile
  5. 5 Rossman Falls Barely Flowing ยท 114 cfs 8th percentile
  6. 6 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing ยท 3 cfs 8th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Crown Heights (3 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 Crown Heights (22 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
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
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

27.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Crown Heights

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

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

Hanging Rock Falls

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

Vernooy Falls

31.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

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

Kaaterskill Falls

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

Denton Falls

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

Glen Falls

24 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

33.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Great Falls

38.7 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

37.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

37.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Crown Heights

Are there free waterfalls near Crown Heights?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Crown Heights, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Crown Heights?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Crown Heights, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Crown Heights?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Crown Heights, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Crown Heights?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Crown Heights, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Crown Heights?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Crown Heights, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Crown Heights?

The shortest waterfall hike near Crown Heights is Bash Bish Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Crown Heights?

The tallest waterfall near Crown Heights is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Crown Heights?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Crown Heights have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Crown Heights?

The closest waterfall to Crown Heights is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 14.7 miles away.

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