Waterfall Hikes Near Rye Brook, NY

9,920 residents
New York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rye Brook? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rye Brook. 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 41.0302°N, -73.6864°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rye Brook

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

6 waterfalls near Rye Brook have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 102°F

Wed 96°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 102°F Sunny Best
Fri 102°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 97°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 83°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Rye Brook

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 8th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 48 cfs 1st percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing · 21 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rye Brook (2 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 Rye Brook (6 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
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Rye Brook

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

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
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rye Brook

Are there free waterfalls near Rye Brook?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Rye Brook, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rye Brook?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Rye Brook, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rye Brook?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rye Brook, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rye Brook?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rye Brook, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Rye Brook?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rye Brook?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Rye Brook?

The tallest waterfall near Rye Brook is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rye Brook?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Rye Brook have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rye Brook?

The closest waterfall to Rye Brook is Rippowan Falls, approximately 6.9 miles away.

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