Waterfall Hikes Near Altamont, NY

1,745 residents
New York Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Altamont? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Altamont. 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 42.7056°N, -74.0340°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Altamont

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

36 of 36 gauged

36 waterfalls near Altamont have live flow data today

Auger Falls Barely Flowing Austin Falls Barely Flowing Bakers Falls Low Boucks Falls Barely Flowing Bozen Kill Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Meadow Falls Barely Flowing Rossman Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Cohoes Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Kaaterskill Falls Barely Flowing Canajoharie Falls Barely Flowing Judds Falls Barely Flowing Dickinson Falls Barely Flowing Horton Falls Barely Flowing Mine Lot Falls Barely Flowing Eggleston Falls Low Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Hardenburgh Falls Barely Flowing Leatherstocking Falls Barely Flowing Lulu Cascade Barely Flowing Wahconah Falls Barely Flowing Manorkill Falls Low Mine Kill Falls Low Money Brook Falls Barely Flowing Rensselaerville Falls Low Twin Cascade Barely Flowing Tannery Falls Barely Flowing Straton Falls Barely Flowing Spier Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 78°F

Tod 79°F Sunny
Fri 80°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 78°F Sunny Best
Sun 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 79°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 79°F Sunny
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Altamont

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cohoes Falls Moderate · 2210 cfs 28th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 2210 cfs 28th percentile
  3. 3 Mine Kill Falls Low · 9 cfs 24th percentile
  4. 4 Eggleston Falls Low · 428 cfs 23rd percentile
  5. 5 Rensselaerville Falls Low · 7 cfs 22nd percentile
  6. 6 Bakers Falls Low · 2350 cfs 14th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Altamont (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

47.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Altamont (25 waterfalls)

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

Mine Lot Falls waterfall

Mine Lot Falls

18.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

35 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horton Falls waterfall

Horton Falls

32.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Rensselaerville Falls waterfall

Rensselaerville Falls

22.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Altamont

Mine Lot Falls waterfall

Mine Lot Falls

18.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

35 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horton Falls waterfall

Horton Falls

32.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Dickinson Falls

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

Rensselaerville Falls

22.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cohoes Falls waterfall

Cohoes Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

47.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Meadow Falls

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

Glen Falls

17.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Boucks Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

14.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

46.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

32.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Rossman Falls

38.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Eggleston Falls waterfall

Eggleston Falls

28.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canajoharie Falls waterfall

Canajoharie Falls

15.4 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

38.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Mine Kill Falls waterfall

Mine Kill Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Manorkill Falls waterfall

Manorkill Falls

34.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Altamont

Are there free waterfalls near Altamont?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Altamont, including Auger Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Altamont?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Altamont?

There are 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Altamont, including Auger Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Altamont?

There are 26 kid-friendly waterfalls near Altamont, including Auger Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Altamont?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Altamont, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Altamont?

The shortest waterfall hike near Altamont is Auger Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Altamont?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Altamont?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Altamont have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Altamont?

The closest waterfall to Altamont is Mine Lot Falls, approximately 3.4 miles away.

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