Waterfall Hikes Near Bard College, NY

1,312 residents

New_York Time Zone

37 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bard College? There are 37 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bard College. 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 42.0227°N, -73.9094°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bard College

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 37 gauged

2 of 37 waterfalls near Bard College are flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Low Campbell Falls Low Race Brook Falls Low Umpachene Falls Low Boucks Falls Moderate Bozen Kill Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low High Falls Low Meadow Falls Low Rossman Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Strong Cohoes Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Kaaterskill Falls Moderate Canada Falls Moderate Dickinson Falls Moderate Horton Falls Moderate Mine Lot Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Hardenburgh Falls Moderate High Falls Low Lulu Cascade Moderate Manorkill Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Barely Flowing Otis Falls Moderate Rensselaerville Falls Barely Flowing Vernooy Falls Low Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing Tompkins Falls Moderate Straton Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 79°F

Fri 64°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Sat 79°F Sunny Best

Sun 86°F Mostly Sunny

Mon 86°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 93°F Sunny

Wed 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 78°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bard College (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bard College (27 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls

33.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Kaaterskill Falls

34.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.6 miles 400 ft

Glen Falls

35.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

34.9 miles away

19.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hardenburgh Falls

38.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Tompkins Falls

12.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Manorkill Falls

41.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Canada Falls

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Boucks Falls

20.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Lulu Cascade

24.3 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bard College

Are there free waterfalls near Bard College?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Bard College, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bard College?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Bard College, including Cohoes Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bard College?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bard College, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bard College?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bard College, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Bard College?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Bard College, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bard College?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bard College is Bash Bish Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bard College?

The tallest waterfall near Bard College is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bard College?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Bard College have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bard College?

The closest waterfall to Bard College is Glenerie Falls, approximately 3.2 miles away.

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