Waterfall Hikes Near Peekskill, NY

25,401 residents
New_York Time Zone
23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Peekskill? There are 23 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Peekskill. 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 41.2884°N, -73.9227°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Peekskill

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

23 of 23 gauged

3 of 23 waterfalls near Peekskill are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Denton Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Katrina Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Strong Hanging Rock Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Strong Raymondskill Falls Strong Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Moderate Vernooy Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 87°F

Tod 66°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Sat 81°F Sunny
Sun 87°F Sunny Best
Mon 88°F Sunny
Tue 94°F Sunny
Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 79°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Peekskill (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.

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

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

Passaic Falls

23.5 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Peekskill (19 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
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 23 Waterfalls Near Peekskill

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
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

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

Passaic Falls

23.5 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Glenerie Falls

22.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

7.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 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
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away
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
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

21.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

16.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

38.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

7.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

23.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

23.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

45.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Peekskill

Are there free waterfalls near Peekskill?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Peekskill?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Peekskill?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Peekskill, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Peekskill?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Peekskill, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Peekskill?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Peekskill?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Peekskill?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Peekskill?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Peekskill have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Peekskill?

The closest waterfall to Peekskill is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 5.6 miles away.

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