Waterfall Hikes Near Balmville, NY

3,781 residents
New York Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Balmville? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Balmville. 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 41.5281°N, -74.0234°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Balmville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

26 of 26 gauged

14 of 26 waterfalls near Balmville are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Kaaterskill Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Strong Darbytown Falls Roaring Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Dickinson Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Moderate Great Falls Strong High Falls Strong Nevele Falls Strong Rippowan Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Strong Vernooy Falls Strong Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring Stony Kill Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Aft 83°F Sunny
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 78°F Sunny
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 79°F Partly Sunny
Thu 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Balmville

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Darbytown Falls Roaring ยท 1900 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Stony Kill Falls Roaring ยท 1580 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring ยท 1580 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Raymondskill Falls Roaring ยท 9180 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Pinchot Falls Roaring ยท 9180 cfs 99th percentile
  6. 6 Katrina Falls Roaring ยท 584 cfs 94th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Balmville (4 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 Balmville (20 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 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
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

4.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near Balmville

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 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
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

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

Nevele Falls

3.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Glenerie Falls

38.3 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

30.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

19.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Kaaterskill Falls

4.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

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

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Pinchot Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

36 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Balmville

Are there free waterfalls near Balmville?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Balmville, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Balmville?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Balmville, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Balmville?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Balmville, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Balmville?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Balmville, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Balmville?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Balmville, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Balmville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Balmville?

The tallest waterfall near Balmville is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Balmville?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Balmville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Balmville?

The closest waterfall to Balmville is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 10.3 miles away.

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