Waterfall Hikes Near Freedom Plains, NY

641 residents
New_York Time Zone
28 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Freedom Plains? There are 28 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

28 of 28 gauged

3 of 28 waterfalls near Freedom Plains are flowing strongly 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 Buttermilk Falls Low Glen Falls Low Kaaterskill Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Low High Falls Low Nevele Falls Low Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Low Vernooy Falls Low Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 79°F

Aft 62°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 65°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 79°F Sunny Best
Sun 86°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 94°F Sunny
Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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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

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
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

30.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 28 Waterfalls Near Freedom Plains

Meadow Falls waterfall

Meadow Falls

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

Denton Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

38.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

18.4 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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