Waterfall Hikes Near Hillcrest, NY

8,178 residents
New_York Time Zone
24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hillcrest? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hillcrest. 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 41.1298°N, -74.0350°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hillcrest

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 24 gauged

5 of 24 waterfalls near Hillcrest are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Denton Falls Strong High Falls Strong Katrina Falls Strong Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Strong Raymondskill Falls Strong Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Low Roxbury Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low

Updated 21 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 79°F

Fri 65°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 79°F Sunny Best
Sun 87°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 93°F Sunny
Wed 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 81°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hillcrest (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
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hillcrest (21 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
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near Hillcrest

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Passaic Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away
New Jersey
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
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
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

21.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

45.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
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

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hillcrest

Are there free waterfalls near Hillcrest?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Hillcrest, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hillcrest?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hillcrest?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hillcrest, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hillcrest?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hillcrest, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hillcrest?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hillcrest?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Hillcrest?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hillcrest?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Hillcrest have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hillcrest?

The closest waterfall to Hillcrest is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 14.8 miles away.

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