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

28 waterfalls near Freedom 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 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 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 100°F

Wed 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 100°F Sunny Best

Fri 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 89°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Tue 85°F 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

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

Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 28 Waterfalls Near Freedom Plains

Meadow Falls

8.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

35.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

36.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

36.9 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

17 miles away

Massachusetts

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

13.8 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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