Waterfall Hikes Near West Point, NY

6,386 residents
New York Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Point? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Point. 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 41.3645°N, -74.0123°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Point

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 29 gauged

29 waterfalls near West Point have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Kaaterskill Falls Barely Flowing Deer Leap Falls Barely Flowing Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing Factory Falls Barely Flowing Fulmer Falls Barely Flowing Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing Denton Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Katrina Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Moderate Ridgeway Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Low Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 81°F

Sat 81°F Sunny Best
Sun 78°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 81°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Tue 82°F Sunny
Wed 84°F Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 77°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near West Point

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Raymondskill Falls Moderate ยท 4560 cfs 63rd percentile
  2. 2 Pinchot Falls Moderate ยท 4560 cfs 63rd percentile
  3. 3 Denton Falls Moderate ยท 234 cfs 46th percentile
  4. 4 Katrina Falls Moderate ยท 234 cfs 46th percentile
  5. 5 High Falls Moderate ยท 234 cfs 46th percentile
  6. 6 Roxbury Falls Moderate ยท 149 cfs 39th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Point (6 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

46.9 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Point (23 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

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

Stony Kill Falls

25.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near West Point

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

48.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

46.9 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

25.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

31 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Glenerie Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

24.7 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Pinchot Falls

36 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

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

Denton Falls

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

High Falls

46.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

10.1 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

13.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

45.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

47.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

49.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

46.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

34.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

42.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Point

Are there free waterfalls near West Point?

There are 18 free waterfalls near West Point, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Point?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near West Point, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Point?

There are 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Point, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Point?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Point, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near West Point?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near West Point, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Point?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near West Point?

The tallest waterfall near West Point is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Point?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near West Point have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Point?

The closest waterfall to West Point is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 2.4 miles away.

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Cromwell Manor Inn

Cromwell Manor Inn

9.4 34 reviews
West Point Motel

West Point Motel

8.4 5 reviews
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites West Point-Fort Montgomery by IHG

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