Waterfall Hikes Near Sparkill, NY

1,125 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sparkill? There are 12 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

12 of 12 gauged

12 waterfalls near Sparkill have live flow data today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate Stony Kill Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 75°F

Aft 78°F Sunny
Sun 74°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 78°F Sunny
Tue 82°F Sunny
Wed 84°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Fri 75°F Sunny Best

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 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 122 cfs 63rd percentile
  2. 2 Bushkill Falls Moderate · 94 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate · 857 cfs 62nd percentile
  4. 4 Stony Kill Falls Moderate · 857 cfs 62nd percentile
  5. 5 Tillman Falls Moderate · 35 cfs 52nd percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 46th 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

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

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sparkill (12 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Maple Falls

31.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

31.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Sparkill

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Maple Falls

31.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

31.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

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

Verkeerder Kill Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

4.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

38.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sparkill

Are there free waterfalls near Sparkill?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Sparkill, including Bass Lake 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 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sparkill, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sparkill?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sparkill, including Bass Lake 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 Bass Lake 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, 6 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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