Waterfall Hikes Near Yorktown Heights, NY

2,147 residents

New York Time Zone

18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Yorktown Heights? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Yorktown 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 41.2697°N, -73.7755°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Yorktown Heights

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

18 waterfalls near Yorktown Heights have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Deer Leap Falls Barely Flowing Dingmans Falls Barely Flowing Factory Falls Barely Flowing Fulmer Falls Barely Flowing Silverthread Falls Barely Flowing Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing 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

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 80°F

Sat 80°F Sunny Best

Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 83°F Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny

Tue 83°F Sunny

Wed 84°F Sunny

Thu 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Fri 79°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Yorktown 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.

Rippowan Falls

24.7 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

Passaic Falls

46.9 miles away

New Jersey

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Yorktown Heights (16 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls

49 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Roxbury Falls

10.1 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Verkeerder Kill Falls

48.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

6.5 miles 700 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Yorktown Heights

Buttermilk Falls

49 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rippowan Falls

24.7 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Roxbury Falls

10.1 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Passaic Falls

46.9 miles away

New Jersey

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Verkeerder Kill Falls

48.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

6.5 miles 700 ft

Stony Kill Falls

25.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.0 miles 200 ft

Glenerie Falls

49 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Raymondskill Falls

45.4 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Nevele Falls

31 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls

36 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Maple Falls

42.4 miles away

New Jersey

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Silverthread Falls

48 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dingmans Falls

47.8 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Buttermilk Falls

39 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Fulmer Falls

19.3 miles away

Pennsylvania

Easy

1.0 miles 150 ft

Factory Falls

19.3 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Deer Leap Falls

19.3 miles away

Pennsylvania

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Yorktown Heights

Are there free waterfalls near Yorktown Heights?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Yorktown Heights, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Yorktown Heights?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Yorktown Heights?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near Yorktown Heights, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Yorktown Heights?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Yorktown Heights, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Yorktown Heights?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Yorktown Heights?

The shortest waterfall hike near Yorktown Heights is Buttermilk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Yorktown Heights?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Yorktown Heights?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Yorktown Heights have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Yorktown Heights?

The closest waterfall to Yorktown Heights is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 12.8 miles away.

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