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

Find waterfalls to hike near Ames

🚗 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

32.9 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

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Leatherstocking Falls

5.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All Hiking Trails Near Ames With Waterfalls

Canajoharie Falls waterfall

Canajoharie Falls

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

Judds Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Leatherstocking Falls

5.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Boucks Falls waterfall

Boucks Falls

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

Mine Kill Falls

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

Bozen Kill Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

36.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Straton Falls waterfall

Straton Falls

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

Manorkill Falls

10.5 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

35.6 miles away
New York
Hard
10.0 miles 1,500 ft
Hardenburgh Falls waterfall

Hardenburgh Falls

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

Mine Lot Falls

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

Rensselaerville Falls

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

Canada Falls

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

Horton Falls

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

Watauga Falls

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

Cohoes Falls

9.8 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

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