Waterfall Hikes Near Thornwood, NY

4,396 residents
New York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Thornwood? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Thornwood. 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 41.1184°N, -73.7795°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Thornwood

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

6 waterfalls near Thornwood have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 102°F

Wed 95°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 102°F Sunny Best
Fri 100°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Thornwood

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 8th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 2nd percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 42 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing · 20 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Thornwood (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 Thornwood (6 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
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Thornwood

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
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Thornwood

Are there free waterfalls near Thornwood?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Thornwood, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Thornwood?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Thornwood?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Thornwood, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Thornwood?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Thornwood, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Thornwood?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Thornwood?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Thornwood?

The tallest waterfall near Thornwood is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Thornwood?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Thornwood have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Thornwood?

The closest waterfall to Thornwood is Rippowan Falls, approximately 13.2 miles away.

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