Waterfall Hikes Near Kensington, NY

1,445 residents
New York Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kensington? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Kensington. 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 40.7932°N, -73.7222°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kensington

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

5 waterfalls near Kensington have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 100°F

Wed 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 100°F Sunny Best
Fri 103°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 83°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Kensington

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 8th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 45 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kensington (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

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Kensington (5 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 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

All 5 Waterfalls Near Kensington

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kensington

Are there free waterfalls near Kensington?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Kensington, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kensington?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kensington?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Kensington, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kensington?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Kensington, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Kensington?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kensington?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Kensington?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Kensington?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Kensington have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Kensington?

The closest waterfall to Kensington is Rippowan Falls, approximately 20 miles away.

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