Waterfall Hikes Near Bolton Landing, NY

325 residents
New York Time Zone
37 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bolton Landing? There are 37 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bolton Landing. 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 43.5630°N, -73.6529°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bolton Landing

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 37 gauged

1 of 37 waterfalls near Bolton Landing is flowing strongly today

Artists Falls Moderate Beaver Meadows Falls Moderate Bushnell Falls Moderate Fairy Ladder Falls Moderate Hanging Spear Falls Moderate Indian Falls Moderate Linsey Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rocky Falls Moderate The Falls Moderate Auger Falls Low Austin Falls Low Christine Falls Low Bailey Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Lana Barely Flowing Bakers Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Cohoes Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Kane Falls Barely Flowing Center Rutland Falls Low Sutherland Falls Low Clifford Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Hulls Falls Barely Flowing Monument Falls Barely Flowing Phelps Falls Barely Flowing Russell Falls Barely Flowing Eggleston Falls Moderate Huntington Falls Barely Flowing Ord Falls Barely Flowing Wanika Falls Barely Flowing T Lake Falls Moderate Split Rock Falls Barely Flowing Spier Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 97°F

Wed 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 97°F Sunny Best
Fri 95°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Ind 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Bolton Landing

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Bakers Falls Strong · 4700 cfs 84th percentile
  2. 2 The Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 65th percentile
  3. 3 Rocky Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 65th percentile
  4. 4 Rainbow Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 65th percentile
  5. 5 Linsey Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 65th percentile
  6. 6 Indian Falls Moderate · 0 cfs 65th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bolton Landing (1 waterfall)

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 Bolton Landing (23 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

19.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Spier Falls waterfall

Spier Falls

27.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 37 Waterfalls Near Bolton Landing

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

19.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Kane Falls waterfall

Kane Falls

23.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bakers Falls waterfall CC

Bakers Falls

35.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spier Falls waterfall

Spier Falls

27.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Linsey Falls

16.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Eggleston Falls waterfall

Eggleston Falls

23 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Split Rock Falls waterfall

Split Rock Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Center Rutland Falls waterfall CC

Center Rutland Falls

43.4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Austin Falls waterfall

Austin Falls

31.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Auger Falls waterfall

Auger Falls

28.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Christine Falls

32.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sutherland Falls waterfall

Sutherland Falls

43.4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

22.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fairy Ladder Falls waterfall

Fairy Ladder Falls

8.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Artists Falls waterfall

Artists Falls

40.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Russell Falls waterfall

Russell Falls

37.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

7.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Meadows Falls waterfall

Beaver Meadows Falls

40.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft
Phelps Falls waterfall

Phelps Falls

35 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bushnell Falls

28.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.8 miles 700 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bolton Landing

Are there free waterfalls near Bolton Landing?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Bolton Landing, including Artists Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bolton Landing?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Bolton Landing, including Cohoes Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bolton Landing?

There are 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bolton Landing, including Artists Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bolton Landing?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bolton Landing, including Artists Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Bolton Landing?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Bolton Landing, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bolton Landing?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bolton Landing is Artists Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bolton Landing?

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

Do any waterfalls near Bolton Landing require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Bolton Landing requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bolton Landing?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Bolton Landing have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bolton Landing?

The closest waterfall to Bolton Landing is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 9.6 miles away.

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