Waterfall Hikes Near Upper Nyack, NY

2,142 residents
New_York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Upper Nyack? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Upper Nyack. 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 41.1143°N, -73.9058°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Upper Nyack

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

2 of 14 waterfalls near Upper Nyack are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Dingmans Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Nevele Falls Low Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 78°F

Aft 63°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 64°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 78°F Sunny Best
Sun 85°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 82°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 89°F Sunny
Wed 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Upper Nyack (4 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

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

23.5 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Upper Nyack (13 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Maple Falls

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

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Upper Nyack

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Maple Falls

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

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

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

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

7.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

7.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

19.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pinchot Falls waterfall

Pinchot Falls

21.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Upper Nyack

Are there free waterfalls near Upper Nyack?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Upper Nyack, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Upper Nyack?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Upper Nyack, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Upper Nyack?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Upper Nyack, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Upper Nyack?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Upper Nyack, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Upper Nyack?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Upper Nyack?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Upper Nyack?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Upper Nyack?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Upper Nyack have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Upper Nyack?

The closest waterfall to Upper Nyack is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 14.9 miles away.

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