Waterfall Hikes Near Laurel, NY

980 residents
New York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Laurel? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Laurel. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.9728°N, -72.5560°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Laurel

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

4 of 6 waterfalls near Laurel are flowing strongly today

Chapman Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Moderate Silver Falls Strong Yantic Falls Roaring Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong

Updated 21 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Aft 81°F Sunny
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 74°F Sunny
Tue 77°F Sunny
Wed 76°F Partly Sunny
Thu 81°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Laurel

Updated 21 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Yantic Falls Roaring · 128 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Silver Falls Strong · 20 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 Westfield Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile
  4. 4 Wadsworth Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile
  5. 5 Rippowan Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 73rd percentile
  6. 6 Chapman Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 47th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Laurel (3 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.

Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

41.3 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

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

Yantic Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Laurel (6 waterfalls)

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

Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

43.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

49.1 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Laurel

Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

43.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

41.3 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

49.1 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

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

Yantic Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Laurel

Are there free waterfalls near Laurel?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Laurel, including Chapman Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Laurel?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Laurel, including Rippowan Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Laurel?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Laurel, including Chapman Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Laurel?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Laurel, including Chapman Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Laurel?

The shortest waterfall hike near Laurel is Chapman Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Laurel?

The tallest waterfall near Laurel is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Laurel?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Laurel have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Laurel?

The closest waterfall to Laurel is Wadsworth Falls, approximately 33 miles away.

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