Waterfall Hikes Near Washington Heights, NY

1,572 residents
New York Time Zone
42 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Washington Heights? There are 42 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Washington Heights. 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 41.4692°N, -74.4177°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Washington Heights

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

42 of 42 gauged

1 of 42 waterfalls near Washington Heights is flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Buck Hill Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Barely Flowing Winona Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Canada Falls Barely Flowing Darbytown Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Barely Flowing Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing Factory Falls Barely Flowing Fulmer Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing Denton Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Katrina Falls Barely Flowing Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Hanging Rock Falls Low High Falls Barely Flowing Ridgeway Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Indian Ladder Falls Barely Flowing Leavitt Falls Barely Flowing Spruce Cabin Falls Barely Flowing Snow Hill Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Wangum Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Barely Flowing Raymondskill Falls Barely Flowing Pottersville Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Strong Vernooy Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Low Stony Kill Falls Low Tompkins Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low Straton Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 103°F

Wed 97°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 103°F Sunny Best
Fri 99°F Sunny
Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Washington Heights

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Shohola Falls Strong · 39 cfs 79th percentile
  2. 2 Darbytown Falls Moderate · 657 cfs 61st percentile
  3. 3 Ridgeway Falls Moderate · 255 cfs 54th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Moderate · 255 cfs 54th percentile
  5. 5 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 45th percentile
  6. 6 Stony Kill Falls Moderate · 192 cfs 38th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Washington Heights (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Washington Heights (29 waterfalls)

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

Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

27.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 42 Waterfalls Near Washington Heights

Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

3.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

27.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

36.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

21.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

31.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft

Pinchot Falls

49.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

49.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

39.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ridgeway Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

49 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Fulmer Falls

34 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

33.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Washington Heights

Are there free waterfalls near Washington Heights?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Washington Heights, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Washington Heights?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Washington Heights, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Washington Heights?

There are 29 dog-friendly waterfalls near Washington Heights, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Washington Heights?

There are 29 kid-friendly waterfalls near Washington Heights, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Washington Heights?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Washington Heights, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Washington Heights?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Washington Heights?

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

Do any waterfalls near Washington Heights require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Washington Heights requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Washington Heights?

Yes, 23 waterfalls near Washington Heights have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Washington Heights?

The closest waterfall to Washington Heights is Nevele Falls, approximately 12 miles away.

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