Waterfall Hikes Near Highland Falls, NY

3,720 residents

New_York Time Zone

23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Highland Falls? There are 23 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Highland Falls. 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 41.3643°N, -73.9682°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Highland Falls

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

23 of 23 gauged

8 of 23 waterfalls near Highland Falls are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Glenerie Falls Low Nevele Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Low Vernooy Falls Low Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 80°F

Tod 62°F Rain Showers Likely

Fri 64°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Sat 80°F Sunny Best

Sun 86°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Mon 86°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny

Wed 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Highland Falls (5 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 Highland Falls (19 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall

CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

6.5 miles 700 ft

Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.0 miles 200 ft

All 23 Waterfalls Near Highland Falls

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall

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Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

6.5 miles 700 ft

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

23.5 miles away

New Jersey

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.0 miles 200 ft

Glenerie Falls

22.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

19.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.6 miles away

Connecticut

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

Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

7.2 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

31.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

3.5 miles 400 ft

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 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

Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

23.2 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

1.0 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Highland Falls

Are there free waterfalls near Highland Falls?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Highland Falls, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Highland Falls?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Highland Falls, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Highland Falls?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Highland Falls, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Highland Falls?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Highland Falls, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Highland Falls?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Highland Falls?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Highland Falls?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Highland Falls?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Highland Falls have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Highland Falls?

The closest waterfall to Highland Falls is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 0.5 miles away.

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