Waterfall Hikes Near Central Bridge, NY

561 residents
New York Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Central Bridge? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Central Bridge. 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 42.7110°N, -74.3452°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Central Bridge

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 34 gauged

34 waterfalls near Central Bridge have live flow data today

Auger Falls Barely Flowing Austin Falls Barely Flowing Boucks Falls Barely Flowing Bozen Kill Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Cohoes Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Kaaterskill Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Button Falls Moderate Canada Falls Low Canajoharie Falls Barely Flowing Judds Falls Barely Flowing Dickinson Falls Barely Flowing Horton Falls Barely Flowing Mine Lot Falls Barely Flowing Eggleston Falls Barely Flowing Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Hardenburgh Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Leatherstocking Falls Barely Flowing Manorkill Falls Barely Flowing Meadow Falls Moderate Rossman Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Barely Flowing Rensselaerville Falls Barely Flowing Saint Marys Falls Barely Flowing Watauga Falls Barely Flowing Tompkins Falls Low T Lake Falls Barely Flowing Straton Falls Low

Updated 13 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 86°F

Mon 86°F Sunny Best
Tue 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 94°F Sunny
Fri 93°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Central Bridge

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Rossman Falls Moderate · 123 cfs 35th percentile
  2. 2 Meadow Falls Moderate · 123 cfs 35th percentile
  3. 3 Button Falls Moderate · 137 cfs 33rd percentile
  4. 4 Straton Falls Low · 7 cfs 14th percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Low · 1720 cfs 13th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Low · 1720 cfs 13th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Central Bridge (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 Central Bridge (24 waterfalls)

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

Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Mine Lot Falls

13.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

11.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Rensselaerville Falls waterfall

Rensselaerville Falls

26.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Central Bridge

Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

18.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Boucks Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Mine Lot Falls

13.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

11.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Rensselaerville Falls waterfall

Rensselaerville Falls

26.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canajoharie Falls waterfall

Canajoharie Falls

28.4 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Mine Kill Falls waterfall

Mine Kill Falls

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

Manorkill Falls

34.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horton Falls waterfall

Horton Falls

9.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Judds Falls waterfall

Judds Falls

17.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hardenburgh Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Leatherstocking Falls waterfall

Leatherstocking Falls

5.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dickinson Falls

25.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cohoes Falls waterfall

Cohoes Falls

5.5 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

5.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Straton Falls

34.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Meadow Falls

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

Glen Falls

24 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Central Bridge

Are there free waterfalls near Central Bridge?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Central Bridge, including Auger Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Central Bridge?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Central Bridge?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Central Bridge, including Auger Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Central Bridge?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Central Bridge, including Auger Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Central Bridge?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Central Bridge, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Central Bridge?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Central Bridge?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Central Bridge?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Central Bridge have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Central Bridge?

The closest waterfall to Central Bridge is Bozen Kill Falls, approximately 11.2 miles away.

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