Waterfall Hikes Near New York, NY

18,908,608 residents
New_York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near New York? Luckily, there are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of New York, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.6943°N, -73.9249°W

Map of Waterfalls Near New York

Find waterfalls to hike near New York

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near New York (9 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.

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

21.7 miles away

New Jersey

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away

New Jersey

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

46 miles away

Connecticut

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

49.8 miles away

New York

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

14.3 miles away

New Jersey

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around New York (10 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

21.7 miles away

New Jersey

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away

New Jersey

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

46 miles away

Connecticut

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

49.8 miles away

New York

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

14.3 miles away

New Jersey

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.9 miles away

New York

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 1.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 500 ft

All Hiking Trails Near New York With Waterfalls

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

21.7 miles away

New Jersey

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away

New Jersey

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

46 miles away

Connecticut

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 200 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

49.8 miles away

New York

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

14.3 miles away

New Jersey

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.9 miles away

New York

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail Length: 1.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

41.8 miles away

Pennsylvania

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

22.5 miles away

New Jersey

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

20.1 miles away

Pennsylvania

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 0.6 miles

Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Pinchot Falls waterfall

Pinchot Falls

19 miles away

Pennsylvania

Difficulty: Easy

Trail Length: 1.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 0 ft