Waterfall Hikes Near Highland, NY

6,545 residents
New York Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Highland? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Highland. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 41.7208°N, -73.9625°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Highland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 29 gauged

1 of 29 waterfalls near Highland is flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Barely Flowing Campbell Falls Barely Flowing Race Brook Falls Barely Flowing Umpachene Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Meadow Falls Moderate Rossman Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Kaaterskill Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Denton Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Katrina Falls Barely Flowing Dickinson Falls Roaring Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Hanging Rock Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Rensselaerville Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Vernooy Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate Stony Kill Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 102°F

Wed 97°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 102°F Sunny Best
Fri 101°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Highland

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Dickinson Falls Roaring · 163 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Hanging Rock Falls Moderate · 313 cfs 68th percentile
  3. 3 Stony Kill Falls Moderate · 227 cfs 52nd percentile
  4. 4 Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate · 227 cfs 52nd percentile
  5. 5 Bash Bish Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 41st percentile
  6. 6 Rossman Falls Barely Flowing · 109 cfs 8th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Highland (1 waterfall)

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 Highland (21 waterfalls)

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

Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

27.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Highland

Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

37.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Rossman Falls

37.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Meadow Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

23.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

19.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rensselaerville Falls waterfall

Rensselaerville Falls

26.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

36.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

17 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Highland

Are there free waterfalls near Highland?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Highland, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Highland?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Highland, including Umpachene Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Highland?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Highland, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Highland?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Highland, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Highland?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Highland, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Highland?

The shortest waterfall hike near Highland is Bash Bish Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Highland?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Highland?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Highland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Highland?

The closest waterfall to Highland is Stony Kill Falls, approximately 14.7 miles away.

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