Waterfall Hikes Near Milton, NY

1,835 residents
New_York Time Zone
27 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Milton? There are 27 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Milton. 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 41.6571°N, -73.9661°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Milton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 27 gauged

3 of 27 waterfalls near Milton are flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Barely Flowing Race Brook Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Meadow Falls Moderate Rossman Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Kaaterskill Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Glenerie Falls Low Great Falls Low High Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Low Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Vernooy Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 78°F

Aft 62°F Rain Showers
Fri 65°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 78°F Sunny Best
Sun 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 84°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 89°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Milton (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 Milton (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
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

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

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 27 Waterfalls Near Milton

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

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

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Glenerie Falls

22.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
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
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

33.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

34.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

35.9 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
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

34.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

18.4 miles away
New York
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

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

High Falls

38.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Milton

Are there free waterfalls near Milton?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Milton?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Milton?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Milton?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Milton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Milton?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Milton?

The tallest waterfall near Milton is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Milton?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Milton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Milton?

The closest waterfall to Milton is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 14.2 miles away.

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