Waterfall Hikes Near Great Neck Estates, NY

2,936 residents
New York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Great Neck Estates? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Great Neck Estates. 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 40.7857°N, -73.7396°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Great Neck Estates

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

1 of 6 waterfalls near Great Neck Estates is flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 82°F

Aft 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 82°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 83°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 81°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Great Neck Estates

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Pottersville Falls Strong · 37 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Low · 46 cfs 13th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 8 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Great Neck Estates (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

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

Passaic Falls

32.4 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

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

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

16.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

40.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Great Neck Estates

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

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

Passaic Falls

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

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

16.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

40.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Great Neck Estates

Are there free waterfalls near Great Neck Estates?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Great Neck Estates?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Great Neck Estates?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Great Neck Estates?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Great Neck Estates?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Great Neck Estates?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Great Neck Estates?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Great Neck Estates?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Great Neck Estates have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Great Neck Estates?

The closest waterfall to Great Neck Estates is Rippowan Falls, approximately 21.1 miles away.

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