Waterfall Hikes Near Highland, NY

6,545 residents
New York Time Zone
32 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Highland? There are 32 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Highland. 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 41.7208°N, -73.9625°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Highland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

32 of 32 gauged

11 of 32 waterfalls near Highland are flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Moderate Campbell Falls Moderate Race Brook Falls Moderate Umpachene Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Meadow Falls Moderate Rossman Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Kaaterskill Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Strong Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Dickinson Falls Moderate Horton Falls Moderate Mine Lot Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Moderate Great Falls Strong High Falls Strong Nevele Falls Strong Rensselaerville Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Vernooy Falls Strong Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring Stony Kill Falls Roaring

Updated 40 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Aft 82°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 78°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Sun 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 77°F Sunny
Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 73°F Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Thu 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Highland

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Stony Kill Falls Roaring ยท 1540 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring ยท 1540 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Katrina Falls Roaring ยท 610 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Roaring ยท 610 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 Denton Falls Roaring ยท 610 cfs 96th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Roaring ยท 38 cfs 91st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Highland (2 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 Highland (24 waterfalls)

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

Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

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

Hanging Rock Falls

3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 32 Waterfalls Near Highland

Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

4.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Glenerie Falls

38.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
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
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
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
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

12.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

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

High Falls

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

Great Falls

40 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

30.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dickinson Falls

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

High Falls

11.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

6.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Highland

Are there free waterfalls near Highland?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Highland, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Highland?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Highland, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Highland?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Highland, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Highland?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Highland, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Highland?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Highland, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Highland?

The shortest waterfall hike near Highland is Bash Bish Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Highland?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Highland?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Highland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Highland?

The closest waterfall to Highland is Stony Kill Falls, approximately 14.7 miles away.

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