Waterfall Hikes Near Chestertown, NY

558 residents

New_York Time Zone

40 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Chestertown? There are 40 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Chestertown. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 43.6461°N, -73.7945°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Chestertown

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Water Flow

40 of 40 gauged

9 of 40 waterfalls near Chestertown are 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 Moderate Austin Falls Moderate Christine Falls Moderate Bailey Falls Roaring Falls of Lana Roaring Bakers Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Kane Falls Barely Flowing Center Rutland Falls Moderate Sutherland Falls Moderate Clifford Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Hulls Falls Moderate Monument Falls Moderate Phelps Falls Moderate Russell Falls Moderate The Flume Fall Moderate Eggleston Falls Moderate Huntington Falls Moderate Lower Falls Low Raquette Falls Low Upper Falls Low Millers Falls Strong Ord Falls Strong Wanika Falls Strong T Lake Falls Moderate Split Rock Falls Strong Spier Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 67°F

Sun 80°F Sunny

Mon 84°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 64°F Partly Sunny

Fri 67°F Mostly Sunny Best

Sat 68°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Chestertown (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 Chestertown (24 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls

39.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Spier Falls

18.1 miles away

New York

Hard

10.0 miles 1,500 ft

Huntington Falls

9.6 miles away

Vermont

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

31.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Raquette Falls

17.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

9.0 miles 500 ft

Lower Falls

17 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 200 ft

Upper Falls

0.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bailey Falls

18.6 miles away

Vermont

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Chestertown

Are there free waterfalls near Chestertown?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Chestertown, including Artists Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Chestertown?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Chestertown, including The Flume Fall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Chestertown?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Chestertown, including Artists Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Chestertown?

There are 26 kid-friendly waterfalls near Chestertown, including Artists Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Chestertown?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Chestertown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Chestertown is Artists Falls at 1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Chestertown?

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

Do any waterfalls near Chestertown require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Chestertown?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Chestertown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Chestertown?

The closest waterfall to Chestertown is Linsey Falls, approximately 16.5 miles away.

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