Waterfall Hikes Near Washington Heights, NY

1,572 residents
New York Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Washington Heights? There are 46 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

46 of 46 gauged

34 of 46 waterfalls near Washington Heights are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 77°F Sunny
Tue 78°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 78°F Partly Sunny
Thu 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 72°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Washington Heights

Updated 38 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Darbytown Falls Roaring · 1930 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Ridgeway Falls Roaring · 2000 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 High Falls Roaring · 2000 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Pinchot Falls Roaring · 9070 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Raymondskill Falls Roaring · 9070 cfs 97th percentile
  6. 6 Little Falls Roaring · 1060 cfs 97th 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 (32 waterfalls)

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

Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

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

Verkeerder Kill Falls

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

Katrina Falls

17.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Washington Heights

Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

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

Hanging Rock Falls

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

Denton Falls

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

High Falls

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

Verkeerder Kill Falls

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

Katrina Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Stony Kill Falls

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

Vernooy Falls

19.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft

Pinchot Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

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

Shohola Falls

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

High Falls

47.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ridgeway Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

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

High Falls

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

Fulmer Falls

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

Factory Falls

23.9 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 25 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 32 dog-friendly waterfalls near Washington Heights, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Washington Heights?

There are 32 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, 24 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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