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 2 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 waterfall

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 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Mine Lot Falls

11.3 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

All 30 Waterfalls Near Amsterdam

Meadow Falls waterfall

Meadow Falls

30.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

35.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hardenburgh Falls

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

Leatherstocking Falls

26.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

34.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

33.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Bakers Falls waterfall

Bakers Falls

31.4 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

Rossman Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

39.8 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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