Waterfall Hikes Near Dover Plains, NY

1,154 residents
New_York Time Zone
27 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Dover Plains? There are 27 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Dover Plains. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 41.7395°N, -73.5733°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Dover Plains

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 27 gauged

27 waterfalls near Dover Plains 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 Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Meadow Falls Moderate Rossman Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Glen Falls Low Kaaterskill Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Glenerie Falls Low Great Falls Low Lulu Cascade Moderate Nevele Falls Low Otis Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Low Wadsworth Falls Low Vernooy Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 78°F

Tod 61°F Rain Showers
Fri 61°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 78°F Sunny Best
Sun 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 83°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 88°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Dover Plains (2 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 Dover Plains (21 waterfalls)

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

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38.8 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

4.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

38.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

40.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft

All 27 Waterfalls Near Dover Plains

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38.8 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

4.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

38.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

40.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

34.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

41.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

10.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Glenerie Falls

22.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Rossman Falls

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

Hanging Rock Falls

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

Nevele Falls

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

Vernooy Falls

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

Otis Falls

36.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Dover Plains

Are there free waterfalls near Dover Plains?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Dover Plains, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Dover Plains?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Dover Plains, including Rippowan Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Dover Plains?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Dover Plains, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Dover Plains?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Dover Plains, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Dover Plains?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Dover Plains, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Dover Plains?

The shortest waterfall hike near Dover Plains is Bash Bish Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Dover Plains?

The tallest waterfall near Dover Plains is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Dover Plains?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Dover Plains have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Dover Plains?

The closest waterfall to Dover Plains is Great Falls, approximately 19.5 miles away.

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