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

2 of 30 waterfalls near Amsterdam are flowing strongly today

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Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 81°F

Aft 80°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 79°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 76°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 81°F Sunny Best
Wed 83°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Amsterdam

Updated 38 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 42 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Eggleston Falls Strong · 3980 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Bakers Falls Moderate · 2380 cfs 30th percentile
  4. 4 Mine Kill Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 28th percentile
  5. 5 Spier Falls Low · 788 cfs 22nd percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Low · 1140 cfs 15th percentile

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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 waterfall

Canajoharie Falls

15.4 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 waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

14.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Mine Lot Falls waterfall

Mine Lot Falls

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

Rensselaerville Falls

22.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Amsterdam

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

Hardenburgh Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Leatherstocking Falls waterfall

Leatherstocking Falls

34.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Bakers Falls waterfall CC

Bakers Falls

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

T Lake Falls

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

Rossman Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

45.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 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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