Waterfall Hikes Near Poughkeepsie, NY

314,159 residents
New_York Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Poughkeepsie? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Poughkeepsie. 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 41.6950°N, -73.9211°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Poughkeepsie

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 29 gauged

2 of 29 waterfalls near Poughkeepsie are flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Barely Flowing Bear Rock Falls Low Campbell Falls Low Race Brook Falls Low Umpachene Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Meadow Falls Moderate Rossman Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Glen Falls Low Kaaterskill Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Strong Denton Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Katrina Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Strong Great Falls Barely Flowing Hanging Rock Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Low Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Moderate Vernooy Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 79°F

Tod 65°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 79°F Sunny Best
Sun 85°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 85°F Sunny
Tue 93°F Sunny
Wed 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 78°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Poughkeepsie (3 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Poughkeepsie (22 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
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Poughkeepsie

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
New York
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
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft

Glenerie Falls

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

Nevele Falls

19.5 miles away
New York
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
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

31.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

33.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

34.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

35.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

34.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

8.3 miles away
Connecticut
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
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

38.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

4.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

38.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Rossman Falls

38.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Poughkeepsie

Are there free waterfalls near Poughkeepsie?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Poughkeepsie, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Poughkeepsie?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Poughkeepsie, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Poughkeepsie?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Poughkeepsie, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Poughkeepsie?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Poughkeepsie, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Poughkeepsie?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Poughkeepsie, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Poughkeepsie?

The shortest waterfall hike near Poughkeepsie is Bash Bish Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Poughkeepsie?

The tallest waterfall near Poughkeepsie is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Poughkeepsie?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Poughkeepsie have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Poughkeepsie?

The closest waterfall to Poughkeepsie is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 17.6 miles away.

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