Waterfall Hikes Near Sleepy Hollow, NY

10,396 residents
New York Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sleepy Hollow? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sleepy Hollow. 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 41.0936°N, -73.8722°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sleepy Hollow

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

9 waterfalls near Sleepy Hollow have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Low Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate Stony Kill Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Low

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Tod 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 92°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 96°F Sunny
Fri 95°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 83°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Sleepy Hollow

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate · 211 cfs 52nd percentile
  2. 2 Stony Kill Falls Moderate · 211 cfs 52nd percentile
  3. 3 Rippowan Falls Low · 3 cfs 20th percentile
  4. 4 Tillman Falls Low · 26 cfs 16th percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 51 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sleepy Hollow (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 Sleepy Hollow (9 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
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Sleepy Hollow

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Tillman Falls

44 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sleepy Hollow

Are there free waterfalls near Sleepy Hollow?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Sleepy Hollow, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sleepy Hollow?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Sleepy Hollow, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sleepy Hollow?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sleepy Hollow, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sleepy Hollow?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sleepy Hollow, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sleepy Hollow?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Sleepy Hollow, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sleepy Hollow?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sleepy Hollow is Buttermilk 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, 4 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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