Waterfall Hikes Near Middletown, NY

30,169 residents
New_York Time Zone
43 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Middletown? There are 43 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Middletown. 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 41.4459°N, -74.4236°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Middletown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

42 of 43 gauged

3 of 42 waterfalls near Middletown are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Buck Hill Falls Low Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Canada Falls Moderate Darbytown Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Denton Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Katrina Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Strong Hanging Rock Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Moderate Ridgeway Falls Moderate High Falls Low Indian Ladder Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Spruce Cabin Falls Moderate Snow Hill Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Wangum Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Strong Raymondskill Falls Strong Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Shohola Falls Moderate Vernooy Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tompkins Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 40 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 78°F

Tod 65°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Sat 78°F Sunny Best
Sun 83°F Sunny
Mon 88°F Sunny
Tue 91°F Sunny
Wed 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 76°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Middletown (6 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 Middletown (30 waterfalls)

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

Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 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

All 43 Waterfalls Near Middletown

Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

19.5 miles away
New York
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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 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
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

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

Pinchot Falls

21.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

31.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

7.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

19.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Ridgeway Falls

10.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

21.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

7.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

High Falls

9.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

23.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

23.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Middletown

Are there free waterfalls near Middletown?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Middletown, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Middletown?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Middletown, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Middletown?

There are 30 dog-friendly waterfalls near Middletown, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Middletown?

There are 30 kid-friendly waterfalls near Middletown, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Middletown?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Middletown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Middletown is Bass Lake Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Middletown?

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

Do any waterfalls near Middletown require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Middletown requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Middletown?

Yes, 25 waterfalls near Middletown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Middletown?

The closest waterfall to Middletown is Nevele Falls, approximately 13.4 miles away.

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