Waterfall Hikes Near Sleepy Hollow, NY
within 50 miles
Waterfall trips out of Sleepy Hollow point in two directions. Over the Hudson and down to Paterson, the Great Falls of the Passaic drop 77 feet in the middle of the old mill city, half a mile of walking. North in the Shawangunks, Verkeerder Kill Falls runs 187 feet at the end of a 6.5-mile round trip with 700 feet of climb, the one serious hike on this page, and dogs handle it fine. Rippowan Falls stays closer to home, a mile out and back with 200 feet of gain. Fourteen falls total.
Map of Waterfalls Near Sleepy Hollow
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Water Flow
9 of 14 waterfalls near Sleepy Hollow are flowing strongly today
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Best Day to Hike
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Sunny · 61°F
Flowing best right now near Sleepy Hollow
Updated about 1 hour agoRanked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.
- 1 Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring · 900 cfs 98th percentile
- 2 Stony Kill Falls Roaring · 900 cfs 98th percentile
- 3 Tillman Falls Roaring · 72 cfs 91st percentile
- 4 Bass Lake Falls Strong · 187 cfs 87th percentile
- 5 Glenerie Falls Strong · 112 cfs 81st percentile
- 6 Dingmans Falls Strong · 6 cfs 80th percentile
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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sleepy Hollow (8 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sleepy Hollow
Are there free waterfalls near Sleepy Hollow?
There are 9 free waterfalls near Sleepy Hollow, including Bass Lake Falls.
Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sleepy Hollow?
There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Sleepy Hollow, including Bass Lake Falls.
Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sleepy Hollow?
There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sleepy Hollow, including Bass Lake Falls.
Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sleepy Hollow?
There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sleepy Hollow, including Bass Lake Falls.
What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sleepy Hollow?
The shortest waterfall hike near Sleepy Hollow is Bass Lake Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.
How tall are the waterfalls near Sleepy Hollow?
The tallest waterfall near Sleepy Hollow is Verkeerder Kill Falls at 187 feet.
Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sleepy Hollow?
Yes, 8 waterfalls near Sleepy Hollow have nearby campgrounds.
What is the closest waterfall to Sleepy Hollow?
The closest waterfall to Sleepy Hollow is Rippowan Falls, approximately 15.9 miles away.
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