Waterfall Hikes Near Amsterdam, NY

18,244 residents

New_York Time Zone

30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Amsterdam? There are 30 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Amsterdam. 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 42.9420°N, -74.1906°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Amsterdam

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

30 of 30 gauged

12 of 30 waterfalls near Amsterdam are flowing strongly today

Auger Falls Strong Austin Falls Strong Christine Falls Strong Bakers Falls Barely Flowing Boucks Falls Low Bozen Kill Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Roaring Cohoes Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Low Glen Falls Low Kaaterskill Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Roaring Canajoharie Falls Strong Judds Falls Strong Dickinson Falls Moderate Horton Falls Moderate Mine Lot Falls Moderate Eggleston Falls Barely Flowing Hardenburgh Falls Moderate Leatherstocking Falls Roaring Manorkill Falls Low Meadow Falls Moderate Rossman Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Moderate Rensselaerville Falls Low T Lake Falls Strong Spier Falls Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 78°F

Tod 63°F Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers

Sat 78°F Sunny Best

Sun 79°F Mostly Sunny

Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Thu 70°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Amsterdam (2 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

23.2 miles away

New York

Easy

0.4 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Amsterdam (21 waterfalls)

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

Bozen Kill Falls

3.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

31.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Buttermilk Falls

33.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Mine Lot Falls

11.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Rensselaerville Falls

13.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Amsterdam

Bozen Kill Falls

3.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

31.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Buttermilk Falls

33.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Canajoharie Falls

23.2 miles away

New York

Easy

0.4 miles 75 ft

Mine Lot Falls

11.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Rensselaerville Falls

13.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Horton Falls

37.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Eggleston Falls

29.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Cohoes Falls

22.1 miles away

New York

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Auger Falls

46 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Judds Falls

27 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

20.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Boucks Falls

20.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dickinson Falls

28.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Austin Falls

41.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Spier Falls

8.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Christine Falls

1.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

26.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Mine Kill Falls

42.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Manorkill Falls

41.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Amsterdam

Are there free waterfalls near Amsterdam?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Amsterdam, including Auger Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Amsterdam?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Amsterdam, including Canajoharie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Amsterdam?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Amsterdam, including Auger Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Amsterdam?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Amsterdam, including Auger Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Amsterdam?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Amsterdam?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Amsterdam?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Amsterdam?

The closest waterfall to Amsterdam is Bozen Kill Falls, approximately 13.3 miles away.

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