Waterfall Hikes Near Shrub Oak, NY

3,002 residents
New_York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Shrub Oak? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Shrub Oak. 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 41.3257°N, -73.8296°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Shrub Oak

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

3 of 16 waterfalls near Shrub Oak are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Low Pinchot Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Moderate Vernooy Falls Low 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

Aft 61°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 64°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 79°F Sunny Best
Sun 86°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 83°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 93°F Sunny
Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Shrub Oak (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

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 Shrub Oak (12 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
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Shrub Oak

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
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
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
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

26.8 miles away
New York
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
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

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

Maple Falls

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

Vernooy Falls

31.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Shrub Oak

Are there free waterfalls near Shrub Oak?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Shrub Oak, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Shrub Oak?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Shrub Oak, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Shrub Oak?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Shrub Oak, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Shrub Oak?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Shrub Oak, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Shrub Oak?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Shrub Oak?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Shrub Oak?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Shrub Oak?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Shrub Oak have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Shrub Oak?

The closest waterfall to Shrub Oak is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 7.8 miles away.

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