Waterfall Hikes Near Sparkill, NY

1,125 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sparkill? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sparkill. 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 41.0289°N, -73.9333°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sparkill

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

1 of 10 waterfalls near Sparkill is flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Roaring Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 103°F

Tod 97°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 103°F Sunny Best
Fri 102°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 98°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 92°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Sparkill

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Roxbury Falls Roaring · 109 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 44th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 8th percentile
  4. 4 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 8th percentile
  5. 5 Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing · 164 cfs 7th percentile
  6. 6 Tillman Falls Barely Flowing · 23 cfs 7th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sparkill (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.

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sparkill (10 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
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

44 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Sparkill

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Tillman Falls

44 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

17 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
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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 Sparkill

Are there free waterfalls near Sparkill?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Sparkill, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sparkill?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sparkill?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sparkill, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sparkill?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sparkill, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sparkill?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sparkill?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Sparkill?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sparkill?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Sparkill have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sparkill?

The closest waterfall to Sparkill is Passaic Falls, approximately 16 miles away.

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