Waterfall Hikes Near Nelsonville, NY

674 residents
New York Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Nelsonville? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Nelsonville. 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 41.4291°N, -73.9466°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Nelsonville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

25 of 25 gauged

25 waterfalls near Nelsonville have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Kaaterskill Falls Barely Flowing Denton Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Katrina Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Ridgeway Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Moderate Vernooy Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate Stony Kill Falls Moderate

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 79°F

Tod 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 79°F Sunny Best
Wed 82°F Sunny
Thu 80°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Nelsonville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Raymondskill Falls Moderate · 4690 cfs 66th percentile
  2. 2 Pinchot Falls Moderate · 4690 cfs 66th percentile
  3. 3 Roxbury Falls Moderate · 206 cfs 63rd percentile
  4. 4 Stony Kill Falls Moderate · 742 cfs 61st percentile
  5. 5 Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate · 742 cfs 61st percentile
  6. 6 Katrina Falls Moderate · 243 cfs 56th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Nelsonville (5 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 Nelsonville (20 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Verkeerder Kill Falls

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

Stony Kill Falls

25.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

10.1 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Nelsonville

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

39 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

42.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ridgeway Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

47.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Nelsonville

Are there free waterfalls near Nelsonville?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Nelsonville, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Nelsonville?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Nelsonville, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Nelsonville?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Nelsonville, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Nelsonville?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Nelsonville, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Nelsonville?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Nelsonville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Nelsonville is Buttermilk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Nelsonville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Nelsonville?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Nelsonville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Nelsonville?

The closest waterfall to Nelsonville is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 3.5 miles away.

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