Waterfall Hikes Near Freedom Plains, NY

641 residents
New York Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Freedom Plains? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Freedom 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 41.6695°N, -73.7974°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Freedom Plains

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 29 gauged

12 of 29 waterfalls near Freedom Plains are flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Moderate Campbell Falls Moderate Race Brook Falls Moderate Umpachene Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Meadow Falls Moderate Rossman Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Kaaterskill Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Strong Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Dickinson Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Moderate Great Falls Strong High Falls Strong Nevele Falls Strong Rippowan Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Vernooy Falls Strong Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring Stony Kill Falls Roaring

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

Aft 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 77°F Sunny
Sun 73°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 76°F Sunny
Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 73°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Freedom Plains

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Stony Kill Falls Roaring ยท 1560 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring ยท 1560 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Katrina Falls Roaring ยท 610 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Roaring ยท 610 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Denton Falls Roaring ยท 610 cfs 96th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Strong ยท 36 cfs 87th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Freedom 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 Freedom Plains (21 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
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
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Freedom Plains

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Glenerie Falls

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

Nevele Falls

3.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

12.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

40 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

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

High Falls

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

Bear Rock Falls

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

Bash Bish Falls

1.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Rossman Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

11 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

5.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

4.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

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

Glen Falls

7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Freedom Plains

Are there free waterfalls near Freedom Plains?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Freedom Plains, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Freedom Plains?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Freedom Plains?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Freedom Plains?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Freedom Plains?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Freedom Plains, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Freedom Plains?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Freedom Plains?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Freedom Plains?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Freedom Plains have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Freedom Plains?

The closest waterfall to Freedom Plains is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 21.6 miles away.

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