Waterfall Hikes Near New Hempstead, NY

5,449 residents
New_York Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near New Hempstead? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of New Hempstead. 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 41.1488°N, -74.0485°W

Map of Waterfalls Near New Hempstead

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

26 of 26 gauged

10 of 26 waterfalls near New Hempstead are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Nevele Falls Low Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Low Vernooy Falls Low Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low

Updated 40 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 79°F

Aft 63°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 65°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 79°F Sunny Best
Sun 87°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 93°F Sunny
Wed 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near New Hempstead (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.

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

23.5 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around New Hempstead (23 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near New Hempstead

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 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
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

23.5 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away
New Jersey
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
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
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

7.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

45.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

23.2 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
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

19.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pinchot Falls waterfall

Pinchot Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

21.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

22.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near New Hempstead

Are there free waterfalls near New Hempstead?

There are 16 free waterfalls near New Hempstead, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near New Hempstead?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in New Hempstead?

There are 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near New Hempstead, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near New Hempstead?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near New Hempstead, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near New Hempstead?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near New Hempstead?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near New Hempstead?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around New Hempstead?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near New Hempstead have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to New Hempstead?

The closest waterfall to New Hempstead is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 14.5 miles away.

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