Waterfall Hikes Near Tappan, NY

7,016 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Tappan? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Tappan. 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 41.0270°N, -73.9520°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Tappan

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 waterfalls near Tappan have live flow data today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 43 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 84°F

Sat 84°F Sunny Best
Sun 82°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Tue 86°F Sunny
Wed 87°F Sunny
Thu 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Tappan

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 39 cfs 6th percentile
  2. 2 Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 3rd percentile
  3. 3 Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 3rd percentile
  4. 4 Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing · 151 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Bushkill Falls Barely Flowing · 97 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 70 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Tappan (3 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

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

Rippowan Falls

24.7 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Tappan (14 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Maple Falls

42.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

47 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Tappan

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

49 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Maple Falls

42.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

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

Tillman Falls

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

Pottersville Falls

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

Verkeerder Kill Falls

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

Stony Kill Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

44.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

47.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Glenerie Falls

49 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

7.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Tappan

Are there free waterfalls near Tappan?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Tappan, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Tappan?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Tappan, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Tappan?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Tappan, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Tappan?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Tappan, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Tappan?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Tappan?

The shortest waterfall hike near Tappan is Bass Lake Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Tappan?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Tappan?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Tappan have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Tappan?

The closest waterfall to Tappan is Passaic Falls, approximately 15.1 miles away.

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