Waterfall Hikes Near Mahopac, NY

8,774 residents
New York Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mahopac? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mahopac. 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 41.3688°N, -73.7414°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mahopac

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

18 waterfalls near Mahopac have live flow data today

Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Barely Flowing Race Brook Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Denton Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Katrina Falls Barely Flowing Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Hanging Rock Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate Stony Kill Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 100°F

Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 100°F Sunny Best
Fri 98°F Sunny
Ind 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 81°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Mahopac

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Hanging Rock Falls Moderate · 313 cfs 68th percentile
  2. 2 Stony Kill Falls Moderate · 227 cfs 52nd percentile
  3. 3 Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate · 227 cfs 52nd percentile
  4. 4 Bash Bish Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 41st percentile
  5. 5 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 8th percentile
  6. 6 Denton Falls Barely Flowing · 127 cfs 4th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mahopac (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 Mahopac (14 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Mahopac

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Stony Kill Falls

21.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Glenerie Falls

22.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Great Falls

38.7 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

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

Bash Bish Falls

37.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

27.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

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

High Falls

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

Race Brook Falls

23.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mahopac

Are there free waterfalls near Mahopac?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Mahopac, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mahopac?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mahopac?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mahopac, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mahopac?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mahopac, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mahopac?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mahopac?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Mahopac?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mahopac?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Mahopac have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mahopac?

The closest waterfall to Mahopac is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 9.4 miles away.

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