Waterfall Hikes Near Croton-on-Hudson, NY

8,237 residents
New York Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Croton-on-Hudson? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Croton-on-Hudson. 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 41.2005°N, -73.9001°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Croton-on-Hudson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

2 of 21 waterfalls near Croton-on-Hudson are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Denton Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Strong Raymondskill Falls Strong Roxbury Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate Stony Kill Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Tod 80°F Sunny
Sun 77°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 79°F Sunny
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 83°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Fri 75°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Croton-on-Hudson

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Raymondskill Falls Strong · 10000 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Pinchot Falls Strong · 10000 cfs 89th percentile
  3. 3 Stony Kill Falls Moderate · 917 cfs 65th percentile
  4. 4 Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate · 917 cfs 65th percentile
  5. 5 Silverthread Falls Moderate · 12 cfs 64th percentile
  6. 6 Fulmer Falls Moderate · 12 cfs 64th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Croton-on-Hudson (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 waterfall

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Croton-on-Hudson (17 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Maple Falls

31.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Croton-on-Hudson

High Falls waterfall

High Falls

8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Croton-on-Hudson

Are there free waterfalls near Croton-on-Hudson?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Croton-on-Hudson, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Croton-on-Hudson?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Croton-on-Hudson, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Croton-on-Hudson?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Croton-on-Hudson, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Croton-on-Hudson?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Croton-on-Hudson, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Croton-on-Hudson?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Croton-on-Hudson, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Croton-on-Hudson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Croton-on-Hudson is Buttermilk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Croton-on-Hudson?

The tallest waterfall near Croton-on-Hudson is Verkeerder Kill Falls at 187 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Croton-on-Hudson?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Croton-on-Hudson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Croton-on-Hudson?

The closest waterfall to Croton-on-Hudson is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 10.9 miles away.

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