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

3 of 25 waterfalls near Lake Carmel are flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Barely Flowing Campbell Falls Barely Flowing Race Brook Falls Barely Flowing Umpachene Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Glenerie Falls Low Great Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Low 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

Saturday

Sunny · 75°F

Tod 57°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 61°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 75°F Sunny Best
Sun 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 81°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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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 waterfall

Rippowan Falls

47.2 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 waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38.8 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

34.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Lake Carmel

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 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
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38.8 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

34.9 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
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
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Glenerie Falls

22.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

8.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

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

Wadsworth Falls

37.4 miles away
Connecticut
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
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

39.3 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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