Waterfall Hikes Near Greenwood Lake, NY

3,027 residents
New_York Time Zone
43 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Greenwood Lake? There are 43 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Greenwood Lake. 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 41.2214°N, -74.2892°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Greenwood Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

42 of 43 gauged

8 of 42 waterfalls near Greenwood Lake are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Clarke Falls Moderate Indian Ladder Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate Snow Hill Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Denton Falls Strong High Falls Strong Katrina Falls Strong High Falls Roaring Ridgeway Falls Roaring High Falls Moderate Little Falls Roaring Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Strong Raymondskill Falls Strong Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Low Shohola Falls Moderate Vernooy Falls Low Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low

Updated 23 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Aft 63°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 65°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 85°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 93°F Sunny
Wed 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Greenwood Lake (8 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.

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

23.5 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Greenwood Lake (29 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

All 43 Waterfalls Near Greenwood Lake

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Passaic Falls

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

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

21.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

7.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

7.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

45.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

23.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

23.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

19.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pinchot Falls waterfall

Pinchot Falls

21.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 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
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Katrina Falls

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

Vernooy Falls

31.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Greenwood Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Greenwood Lake?

There are 22 free waterfalls near Greenwood Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Greenwood Lake?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Greenwood Lake, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Greenwood Lake?

There are 29 dog-friendly waterfalls near Greenwood Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Greenwood Lake?

There are 30 kid-friendly waterfalls near Greenwood Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Greenwood Lake?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Greenwood Lake, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Greenwood Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Greenwood Lake is Bass Lake Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Greenwood Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Greenwood Lake is Verkeerder Kill Falls at 187 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Greenwood Lake require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Greenwood Lake requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Greenwood Lake?

Yes, 29 waterfalls near Greenwood Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Greenwood Lake?

The closest waterfall to Greenwood Lake is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 2.0 miles away.

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