Waterfall Hikes Near Merritt Park, NY

1,879 residents
New York Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Merritt Park? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Merritt Park. 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 41.5385°N, -73.8723°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Merritt Park

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

26 of 26 gauged

26 waterfalls near Merritt Park 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 Moderate High Falls Moderate Rossman Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Kaaterskill 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 Low High Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Vernooy 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 96°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 100°F Sunny Best
Fri 100°F Sunny
Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Merritt Park

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bash Bish Falls Moderate ยท 16 cfs 42nd percentile
  2. 2 Stony Kill Falls Moderate ยท 192 cfs 38th percentile
  3. 3 Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate ยท 192 cfs 38th percentile
  4. 4 Hanging Rock Falls Low ยท 306 cfs 21st percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing ยท 109 cfs 8th percentile
  6. 6 Rossman Falls Barely Flowing ยท 109 cfs 8th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Merritt Park (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Merritt Park (20 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
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near Merritt Park

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
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 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
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
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

31.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Kaaterskill Falls

43.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

33.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

24 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
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Merritt Park

Are there free waterfalls near Merritt Park?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Merritt Park, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Merritt Park?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Merritt Park?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Merritt Park, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Merritt Park?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Merritt Park, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Merritt Park?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Merritt Park, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Merritt Park?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Merritt Park?

The tallest waterfall near Merritt Park is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Merritt Park?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Merritt Park have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Merritt Park?

The closest waterfall to Merritt Park is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 12 miles away.

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