Waterfall Hikes Near Ellenville, NY

4,213 residents
New_York Time Zone
35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ellenville? There are 35 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ellenville. 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 41.7009°N, -74.3609°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ellenville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

35 of 35 gauged

16 of 35 waterfalls near Ellenville are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Glen Falls Low Kaaterskill Falls Low Canada Falls Strong Darbytown Falls Roaring Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Glenerie Falls Low Hardenburgh Falls Strong High Falls Roaring Ridgeway Falls Roaring High Falls Moderate Manorkill Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Strong Nevele Falls Low Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Moderate Wangum Falls Roaring Vernooy Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tompkins Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Low Straton Falls Roaring

Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 72°F

Tod 57°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 60°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 72°F Sunny Best
Sun 76°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 78°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 82°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ellenville (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 Ellenville (26 waterfalls)

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

Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

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

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 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
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 35 Waterfalls Near Ellenville

Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

19.5 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
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 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
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

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

High Falls

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

High Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Glenerie Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Darbytown Falls

18.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hardenburgh Falls

38.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tompkins Falls waterfall

Tompkins Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

33.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Manorkill Falls waterfall

Manorkill Falls

41.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canada Falls waterfall

Canada Falls

19.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

34.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft

Straton Falls

9.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ellenville

Are there free waterfalls near Ellenville?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Ellenville, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ellenville?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Ellenville, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ellenville?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ellenville, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ellenville?

There are 26 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ellenville, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Ellenville?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Ellenville, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ellenville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ellenville is Buttermilk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Ellenville?

The tallest waterfall near Ellenville is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ellenville?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Ellenville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ellenville?

The closest waterfall to Ellenville is Nevele Falls, approximately 1.7 miles away.

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