Waterfall Hikes Near West Point, NY

6,386 residents
New York Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Point? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Point. 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 41.3645°N, -74.0123°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Point

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 29 gauged

20 of 29 waterfalls near West Point are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Kaaterskill Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Glenerie Falls Moderate High Falls Roaring Ridgeway Falls Roaring Nevele Falls Strong Pinchot Falls Roaring Raymondskill Falls Roaring Rippowan Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Strong Vernooy Falls Strong Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring Stony Kill Falls Roaring Tillman Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Aft 80°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 77°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 75°F Sunny
Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 77°F Partly Sunny
Thu 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near West Point

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Ridgeway Falls Roaring ยท 1860 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 High Falls Roaring ยท 1860 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Stony Kill Falls Roaring ยท 1560 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring ยท 1560 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Raymondskill Falls Roaring ยท 9180 cfs 99th percentile
  6. 6 Pinchot Falls Roaring ยท 9180 cfs 99th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Point (6 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.

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Point (23 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
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

All 29 Waterfalls Near West Point

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
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 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
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
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
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Katrina Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

36 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

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

Shohola Falls

29.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 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
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

31.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Point

Are there free waterfalls near West Point?

There are 18 free waterfalls near West Point, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Point?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near West Point, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Point?

There are 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Point, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Point?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Point, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near West Point?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near West Point, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Point?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near West Point?

The tallest waterfall near West Point is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Point?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near West Point have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Point?

The closest waterfall to West Point is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 2.4 miles away.

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Where to Stay

Cromwell Manor Inn

Cromwell Manor Inn

9.4 34 reviews
West Point Motel

West Point Motel

8.4 5 reviews
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites West Point-Fort Montgomery by IHG

8.7 197 reviews
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