Waterfall Hikes Near Ames, NY

166 residents
New_York Time Zone
35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ames? There are 35 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ames. 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 42.8373°N, -74.6015°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ames

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

35 of 35 gauged

19 of 35 waterfalls near Ames are flowing strongly today

Auger Falls Barely Flowing Austin Falls Barely Flowing Christine Falls Barely Flowing Boucks Falls Moderate Bozen Kill Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Cohoes Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Roaring Button Falls Roaring Rexford Falls Roaring Canada Falls Roaring Canajoharie Falls Strong Judds Falls Strong Dickinson Falls Moderate Horton Falls Moderate Mine Lot Falls Moderate Eggleston Falls Barely Flowing Hardenburgh Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Lower High Falls Roaring Mill Dam Falls Roaring Sherman Falls Roaring Upper High Falls Roaring Trenton Falls Roaring Leatherstocking Falls Roaring Manorkill Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Strong Rensselaerville Falls Low Saint Marys Falls Moderate Watauga Falls Strong Tompkins Falls Roaring T Lake Falls Roaring Straton Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 75°F

Thu 58°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 62°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 75°F Sunny Best
Sun 76°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 82°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ames (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.

Canajoharie Falls waterfall

Canajoharie Falls

23.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ames (24 waterfalls)

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

Judds Falls waterfall

Judds Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

26.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Leatherstocking Falls waterfall

Leatherstocking Falls

26.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 35 Waterfalls Near Ames

Canajoharie Falls waterfall

Canajoharie Falls

23.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Judds Falls waterfall

Judds Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

26.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Leatherstocking Falls waterfall

Leatherstocking Falls

26.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Boucks Falls

20.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mine Kill Falls waterfall

Mine Kill Falls

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

Bozen Kill Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

31.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Straton Falls

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

Manorkill Falls

41.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Button Falls waterfall

Button Falls

14.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
T Lake Falls waterfall

T Lake Falls

New York
Hard
10.0 miles 1,500 ft

Hardenburgh Falls

38.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mine Lot Falls waterfall

Mine Lot Falls

13.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Rensselaerville Falls waterfall

Rensselaerville Falls

13.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canada Falls waterfall

Canada Falls

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

Horton Falls

15.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Watauga Falls waterfall

Watauga Falls

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

Cohoes Falls

22.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ames

Are there free waterfalls near Ames?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Ames, including Auger Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ames?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ames?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ames, including Auger Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ames?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ames, including Auger Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Ames?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Ames, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ames?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Ames?

The tallest waterfall near Ames is T Lake Falls at 600 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ames?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Ames have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ames?

The closest waterfall to Ames is Canajoharie Falls, approximately 4.2 miles away.

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