Waterfall Hikes Near Scarsdale, NY

18,061 residents
New York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Scarsdale? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Scarsdale. 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 40.9902°N, -73.7773°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Scarsdale

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

2 of 6 waterfalls near Scarsdale are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Strong Rippowan Falls Strong Roxbury Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

Tod 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 79°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 73°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 77°F Sunny
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 76°F Partly Sunny
Thu 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Scarsdale

Updated about 4 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 172 cfs 83rd percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 44 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 Rippowan Falls Strong · 34 cfs 78th percentile
  4. 4 Roxbury Falls Moderate · 103 cfs 74th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Scarsdale (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.

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 Scarsdale (6 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
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

30.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Scarsdale

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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

30.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Scarsdale

Are there free waterfalls near Scarsdale?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Scarsdale, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Scarsdale?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Scarsdale?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Scarsdale, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Scarsdale?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Scarsdale, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Scarsdale?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Scarsdale, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Scarsdale?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Scarsdale?

The tallest waterfall near Scarsdale is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Scarsdale?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Scarsdale have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Scarsdale?

The closest waterfall to Scarsdale is Rippowan Falls, approximately 12.7 miles away.

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