Waterfall Hikes Near Albany, NY

590,694 residents
New York Time Zone
38 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Albany lies at the confluence of the Hudson and Mohawk rivers and is backed by the Helderberg Escarpment, glacially scoured valleys and rolling foothills that expose shale and limestone ledges. Nearby waterfall hikes are mostly moderate—steep forested trails, cliffside scrambles and narrow gorge walks—along with a handful of short roadside cascades and one drive-up; the contrast between urban riverfront and upland escarpment geology offers varied, accessible scenery.

Located at 42.6664°N, -73.7987°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Albany

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

38 of 38 gauged

4 of 38 waterfalls near Albany are flowing strongly today

Bakers Falls Strong Bash Bish Falls Barely Flowing Bear Rock Falls Barely Flowing Race Brook Falls Barely Flowing Boucks Falls Barely Flowing Bozen Kill Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low High Falls Low Meadow Falls Low Rossman Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Low Cohoes Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Kaaterskill Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Kane Falls Low Canajoharie Falls Moderate Judds Falls Moderate Dickinson Falls Barely Flowing Horton Falls Barely Flowing Mine Lot Falls Barely Flowing Eggleston Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Hardenburgh Falls Barely Flowing Lulu Cascade Barely Flowing Wahconah Falls Barely Flowing Manorkill Falls Barely Flowing Mine Kill Falls Barely Flowing Money Brook Falls Low Rensselaerville Falls Barely Flowing Windsor Jambs Low Twin Cascade Low Tannery Falls Low Spier Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 82°F

Tod 78°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 69°F Rain Showers
Tue 79°F Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Wed 82°F Sunny Best
Thu 84°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Albany

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bakers Falls Strong · 3170 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 2400 cfs 83rd percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 2400 cfs 83rd percentile
  4. 4 Spier Falls Strong · 2220 cfs 82nd percentile
  5. 5 Eggleston Falls Strong · 1020 cfs 77th percentile
  6. 6 Kane Falls Moderate · 53 cfs 30th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Albany (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.

Cohoes Falls waterfall

Cohoes Falls

5.5 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Albany (27 waterfalls)

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

Horton Falls waterfall

Horton Falls

9.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Mine Lot Falls waterfall

Mine Lot Falls

13.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

5.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

All 38 Waterfalls Near Albany

Horton Falls waterfall

Horton Falls

9.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Mine Lot Falls waterfall

Mine Lot Falls

13.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Cohoes Falls waterfall

Cohoes Falls

5.5 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

5.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Meadow Falls

8.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dickinson Falls

25.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

18.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rossman Falls

37.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rensselaerville Falls waterfall

Rensselaerville Falls

26.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

33.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Money Brook Falls waterfall

Money Brook Falls

3.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

37.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lulu Cascade

37.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Spier Falls waterfall

Spier Falls

27.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

24 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Boucks Falls

45.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Cascade waterfall

Twin Cascade

35.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

43.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

22 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Tannery Falls waterfall

Tannery Falls

32.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Albany

Are there free waterfalls near Albany?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Albany, including Bakers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Albany?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Albany, including Canajoharie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Albany?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Albany, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Albany?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Albany, including Bakers Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Albany?

There are 7 waterfalls that allow swimming near Albany, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Albany?

The shortest waterfall hike near Albany is Bakers Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Albany?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Albany?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Albany have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Albany?

The closest waterfall to Albany is Horton Falls, approximately 4.9 miles away.

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