Waterfall Hikes Near Gardnertown, NY

3,943 residents
New York Time Zone
27 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gardnertown? There are 27 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gardnertown. 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 41.5328°N, -74.0595°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gardnertown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 27 gauged

14 of 27 waterfalls near Gardnertown are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Kaaterskill Falls Moderate Darbytown Falls Roaring Denton Falls Strong High Falls Strong Katrina Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Glenerie Falls Moderate High Falls Strong Nevele Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Roaring Raymondskill Falls Roaring Ridgeway Falls Roaring Rippowan Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Moderate Vernooy Falls Strong Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring Stony Kill Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Aft 82°F Sunny
Sat 77°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 77°F Sunny
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 78°F Partly Sunny
Thu 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Gardnertown

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Raymondskill Falls Roaring ยท 9620 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Darbytown Falls Roaring ยท 1930 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Pinchot Falls Roaring ยท 9620 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Ridgeway Falls Roaring ยท 2000 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Stony Kill Falls Roaring ยท 1560 cfs 97th percentile
  6. 6 Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring ยท 1560 cfs 97th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gardnertown (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 Gardnertown (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
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 27 Waterfalls Near Gardnertown

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
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

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

Hanging Rock Falls

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

Denton Falls

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

High Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Glenerie Falls

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

Katrina Falls

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

Vernooy Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

11 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

30.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

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

High Falls

47.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls

40.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

36 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gardnertown

Are there free waterfalls near Gardnertown?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Gardnertown, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gardnertown?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gardnertown?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gardnertown, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gardnertown?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gardnertown, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Gardnertown?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gardnertown?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Gardnertown?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gardnertown?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Gardnertown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gardnertown?

The closest waterfall to Gardnertown is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 12.1 miles away.

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