Waterfall Hikes Near Albany, NY
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Albany? Luckily, there are 44 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Albany, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Albany
Find waterfalls to hike near Albany
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Albany (20 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
38.1 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Albany (32 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Horton Falls
16.1 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Mine Lot Falls
33.4 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Cohoes Falls
38.1 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Buttermilk Falls
60.3 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Albany With Waterfalls

Eggleston Falls
49.9 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Buttermilk Falls
46.7 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Wahconah Falls
40.8 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Buttermilk Falls
44.6 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Glenerie Falls
15.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Bakers Falls
44.1 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Bash Bish Falls
36.3 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Mine Kill Falls
31.3 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Manorkill Falls
38.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Windsor Jambs
37.4 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Canajoharie Falls
44.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Hardenburgh Falls
36.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Buttermilk Falls
53.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Race Brook Falls
34.4 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft

Bear Rock Falls
44.3 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Judds Falls
14.7 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Umpachene Falls
64.9 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Glendale Falls
40.3 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Great Falls
67.9 miles awayConnecticut
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Straton Falls
55.4 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft