Waterfall Hikes Near Peekskill, NY

25,401 residents
New York Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Peekskill? There are 25 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

25 of 25 gauged

25 waterfalls near Peekskill have live flow data today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Tod 85°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 82°F Sunny
Sun 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Sunny
Wed 86°F Sunny
Thu 85°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Peekskill

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Raymondskill Falls Moderate · 4690 cfs 66th percentile
  2. 2 Pinchot Falls Moderate · 4690 cfs 66th percentile
  3. 3 Roxbury Falls Moderate · 206 cfs 63rd percentile
  4. 4 Stony Kill Falls Moderate · 742 cfs 61st percentile
  5. 5 Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate · 742 cfs 61st percentile
  6. 6 Katrina Falls Moderate · 243 cfs 56th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Peekskill (6 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

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

Passaic Falls

46.9 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Peekskill (21 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

49 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

10.1 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Peekskill

Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

13.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

36.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

47.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

49.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

46.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Peekskill

Are there free waterfalls near Peekskill?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Peekskill, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Peekskill?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Peekskill, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Peekskill?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Peekskill, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Peekskill?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Peekskill, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Peekskill?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow 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, 12 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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