Waterfall Hikes Near Valley Cottage, NY

9,069 residents
New_York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Valley Cottage? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Valley Cottage. 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 41.1162°N, -73.9433°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Valley Cottage

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

5 of 17 waterfalls near Valley Cottage are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 40 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 77°F

Aft 62°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 65°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 77°F Sunny Best
Sun 83°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 83°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Valley Cottage (5 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

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

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Valley Cottage (16 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 17 Waterfalls Near Valley Cottage

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Passaic Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 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
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
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

7.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

45.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

23.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

23.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 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 Valley Cottage

Are there free waterfalls near Valley Cottage?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Valley Cottage, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Valley Cottage?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Valley Cottage, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Valley Cottage?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near Valley Cottage, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Valley Cottage?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Valley Cottage, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Valley Cottage?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Valley Cottage?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Valley Cottage?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Valley Cottage?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Valley Cottage have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Valley Cottage?

The closest waterfall to Valley Cottage is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 13.2 miles away.

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