Waterfall Hikes Near Montauk, NY
within 50 miles
Every waterfall within fifty miles of Montauk stands across the water in Connecticut or Rhode Island, which says all you need to know about Long Island's geology. Make the crossing and Chapman Falls rewards you with a 60-foot drop in Devils Hopyard State Park, five minutes from the car. Yantic Falls in Norwich hardly requires walking. Stepstone Falls in western Rhode Island stretches the legs at 2.4 miles. Seven falls total, dogs welcome on all the listed trails.
Map of Waterfalls Near Montauk
Today's Conditions
Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service
Water Flow
7 waterfalls near Montauk have live flow data today
Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS
Best Day to Hike
Sunday
Sunny · 57°F
Flowing best right now near Montauk
Updated about 2 hours agoRanked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.
- 1 Horseshoe Falls Moderate · 210 cfs 62nd percentile
- 2 Quinebaug Falls Moderate · 1090 cfs 51st percentile
- 3 Shetucket Falls Moderate · 426 cfs 49th percentile
- 4 Stepstone Falls Moderate · 85 cfs 40th percentile
- 5 Chapman Falls Moderate · 43 cfs 38th percentile
- 6 Silver Falls Moderate · 43 cfs 38th percentile
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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Montauk (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.
All 7 Waterfalls Near Montauk
Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Montauk
Are there free waterfalls near Montauk?
There are 5 free waterfalls near Montauk, including Chapman Falls.
Are there easy waterfall hikes near Montauk?
There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Montauk, including Chapman Falls.
Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Montauk?
There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Montauk, including Chapman Falls.
Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Montauk?
There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Montauk, including Chapman Falls.
What is the shortest waterfall hike near Montauk?
The shortest waterfall hike near Montauk is Chapman Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.
How tall are the waterfalls near Montauk?
The tallest waterfall near Montauk is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.
Can I camp near the waterfalls around Montauk?
Yes, 1 waterfall near Montauk has nearby campgrounds.
What is the closest waterfall to Montauk?
The closest waterfall to Montauk is Quinebaug Falls, approximately 28.9 miles away.
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