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

1 of 35 waterfalls near Ames is flowing strongly today

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

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 83°F

Aft 83°F Sunny Best
Mon 86°F Sunny
Tue 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 93°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 93°F Sunny
Fri 92°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Ames

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Eggleston Falls Roaring · 4090 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Rexford Falls Moderate · 140 cfs 40th percentile
  3. 3 Button Falls Moderate · 140 cfs 40th percentile
  4. 4 Cohoes Falls Moderate · 2160 cfs 32nd percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 2160 cfs 32nd percentile
  6. 6 Manorkill Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 27th percentile

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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

28.4 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

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

11.4 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 35 Waterfalls Near Ames

Canajoharie Falls waterfall

Canajoharie Falls

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

Judds Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

11.4 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

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

Mine Kill Falls

35.4 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Straton Falls

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

Manorkill Falls

34.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Button Falls

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

T Lake Falls

30.3 miles away
New York
Hard
10.0 miles 1,500 ft

Hardenburgh Falls

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

Mine Lot Falls

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

Rensselaerville Falls

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

Canada Falls

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

Horton Falls

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

Watauga Falls

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

Cohoes Falls

5.5 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 20 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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