Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Carmel, NY

8,089 residents

New York Time Zone

25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Carmel? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Carmel. 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 41.4610°N, -73.6683°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Carmel

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

25 of 25 gauged

4 of 25 waterfalls near Lake Carmel are flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Moderate Campbell Falls Moderate Race Brook Falls Moderate Umpachene Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Strong High Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Denton Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Katrina Falls Barely Flowing Glenerie Falls Moderate Great Falls Moderate Hanging Rock Falls Roaring Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Low Roxbury Falls Strong Westfield Falls Low Wadsworth Falls Low Vernooy Falls Low Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 95°F

Thu 99°F Patchy Fog then Sunny

Fri 95°F Sunny Best

Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 89°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Tue 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Wed 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Lake Carmel

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Carmel (3 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

20 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Carmel (20 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls

15.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Roxbury Falls

40.4 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

37.4 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls

38.9 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

9.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Lake Carmel

Buttermilk Falls

15.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Roxbury Falls

40.4 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rippowan Falls

20 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

Buttermilk Falls

37.4 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls

38.9 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

9.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Verkeerder Kill Falls

15.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

6.5 miles 700 ft

High Falls

40.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bear Rock Falls

40.9 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bash Bish Falls

41.1 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Stony Kill Falls

12 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.0 miles 200 ft

Buttermilk Falls

21.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Glenerie Falls

15.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Race Brook Falls

36.4 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

3.0 miles 800 ft

Nevele Falls

23.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Wadsworth Falls

2.8 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hanging Rock Falls

16.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Denton Falls

1.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

High Falls

26.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Westfield Falls

4.2 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Carmel

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Carmel?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Lake Carmel, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Carmel?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Lake Carmel, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Carmel?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Carmel, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Carmel?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Carmel, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lake Carmel?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Lake Carmel, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Carmel?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lake Carmel is Bash Bish Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Carmel?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Carmel?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Lake Carmel have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Carmel?

The closest waterfall to Lake Carmel is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 16.9 miles away.

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