Waterfall Hikes Near Hawthorne, NY

4,693 residents
New York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hawthorne? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hawthorne. 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 41.1035°N, -73.7968°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hawthorne

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

6 waterfalls near Hawthorne have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 76°F Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 75°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 81°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 81°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Hawthorne

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Roxbury Falls Moderate · 40 cfs 51st 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 Hawthorne (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 Hawthorne (6 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Maple Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

48.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Hawthorne

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Passaic Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Maple Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

48.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hawthorne

Are there free waterfalls near Hawthorne?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Hawthorne, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hawthorne?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hawthorne?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hawthorne?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hawthorne?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hawthorne?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Hawthorne?

The tallest waterfall near Hawthorne is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hawthorne?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Hawthorne have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hawthorne?

The closest waterfall to Hawthorne is Rippowan Falls, approximately 13.2 miles away.

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