Waterfall Hikes Near Great Neck, NY

11,060 residents
New York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Great Neck? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Great Neck. 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 40.8029°N, -73.7333°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Great Neck

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

6 waterfalls near Great Neck have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 84°F

Tod 87°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 83°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Sunny Best
Wed 85°F Sunny
Thu 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Great Neck

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 45 cfs 51st percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 78 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing · 56 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Great Neck (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.

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

24.7 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

46.9 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Great Neck (6 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

42.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

25.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Great Neck

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

24.7 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

46.9 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

42.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

25.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Great Neck

Are there free waterfalls near Great Neck?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Great Neck, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Great Neck?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Great Neck, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Great Neck?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Great Neck, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Great Neck?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Great Neck, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Great Neck?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Great Neck, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Great Neck?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Great Neck?

The tallest waterfall near Great Neck is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Great Neck?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Great Neck have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Great Neck?

The closest waterfall to Great Neck is Rippowan Falls, approximately 20 miles away.

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