Waterfall Hikes Near St. James, NY

13,733 residents
New York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near St. James? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of St. James. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.8761°N, -73.1521°W

Map of Waterfalls Near St. James

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near St. James have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Low Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Tod 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 89°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 98°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near St. James

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rippowan Falls Low · 3 cfs 14th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 27 cfs 4th percentile
  3. 3 Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing · 22 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near St. James (1 waterfall)

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around St. James (3 waterfalls)

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

Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

19.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near St. James

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

19.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near St. James

Are there free waterfalls near St. James?

There are 3 free waterfalls near St. James, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near St. James?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near St. James, including Rippowan Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in St. James?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near St. James, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near St. James?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near St. James, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near St. James?

The shortest waterfall hike near St. James is Buttermilk Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around St. James?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near St. James have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to St. James?

The closest waterfall to St. James is Rippowan Falls, approximately 25.2 miles away.

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