Waterfall Hikes Near Nelsonville, NY

674 residents
New York Time Zone
22 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Nelsonville? There are 22 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

22 of 22 gauged

22 waterfalls near Nelsonville have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Kaaterskill Falls Barely Flowing Denton Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Katrina Falls Barely Flowing Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing Hanging Rock Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Low Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Vernooy Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate Stony Kill Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 99°F

Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 94°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 99°F Sunny Best
Fri 97°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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 Hanging Rock Falls Moderate · 312 cfs 56th percentile
  2. 2 Stony Kill Falls Moderate · 211 cfs 52nd percentile
  3. 3 Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate · 211 cfs 52nd percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 123 cfs 35th percentile
  5. 5 Rippowan Falls Low · 3 cfs 20th percentile
  6. 6 Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing · 7 cfs 9th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Nelsonville (4 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 (18 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 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
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 22 Waterfalls Near Nelsonville

Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

49 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Nelsonville

Are there free waterfalls near Nelsonville?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Nelsonville, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Nelsonville?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Nelsonville, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Nelsonville?

There are 18 dog-friendly waterfalls near Nelsonville, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Nelsonville?

There are 18 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, 7 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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