Waterfall Hikes Near Nyack, NY

7,057 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Nyack? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Nyack. 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 41.0919°N, -73.9143°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Nyack

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

14 waterfalls near Nyack have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Low Stony Kill Falls Low Tillman Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 97°F

Wed 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 97°F Sunny Best
Fri 96°F Sunny
Ind 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 79°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Nyack

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Verkeerder Kill Falls Low · 185 cfs 23rd percentile
  2. 2 Stony Kill Falls Low · 185 cfs 23rd percentile
  3. 3 Tillman Falls Low · 24 cfs 12th percentile
  4. 4 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 8th percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 2nd percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 42 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Nyack (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.

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Nyack (13 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
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Tillman Falls

44 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Nyack

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Maple Falls

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

Tillman Falls

44 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
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
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

49.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

3.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls

49.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Nyack

Are there free waterfalls near Nyack?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Nyack, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Nyack?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Nyack?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Nyack, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Nyack?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Nyack, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Nyack?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Nyack?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Nyack?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Nyack?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Nyack have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Nyack?

The closest waterfall to Nyack is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 15.6 miles away.

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