Waterfall Hikes Near Hillside, NY

754 residents
New_York Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hillside? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hillside. 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 41.9177°N, -74.0337°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hillside

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

36 of 36 gauged

7 of 36 waterfalls near Hillside are flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Low Campbell Falls Low Race Brook Falls Low Umpachene Falls Low Boucks Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Strong High Falls Strong Meadow Falls Strong Rossman Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Kaaterskill Falls Moderate Canada Falls Moderate Denton Falls Strong High Falls Strong Katrina Falls Strong Dickinson Falls Moderate Horton Falls Moderate Mine Lot Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Moderate Great Falls Barely Flowing Hardenburgh Falls Moderate High Falls Low Manorkill Falls Low Mine Kill Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Rensselaerville Falls Barely Flowing Vernooy Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tompkins Falls Moderate Straton Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 78°F

Fri 63°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 78°F Sunny Best
Sun 83°F Sunny
Mon 84°F Sunny
Tue 91°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 76°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hillside (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 Hillside (25 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

33.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

34.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

31.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

35.9 miles away
New York
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 36 Waterfalls Near Hillside

Glenerie Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

33.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

34.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

31.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

35.9 miles away
New York
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
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

18.4 miles away
New York
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
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

34.9 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
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

41.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dickinson Falls

12 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

38.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

4.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

38.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Rossman Falls

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

Meadow Falls

30.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rensselaerville Falls waterfall

Rensselaerville Falls

13.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hillside

Are there free waterfalls near Hillside?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Hillside, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hillside?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hillside?

There are 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hillside, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hillside?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hillside, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hillside?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hillside?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Hillside?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hillside?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Hillside has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hillside?

The closest waterfall to Hillside is Glenerie Falls, approximately 7.2 miles away.

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