Waterfall Hikes Near Chestertown, NY

558 residents
New York Time Zone
43 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Chestertown? There are 43 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Chestertown. 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 43.6461°N, -73.7945°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Chestertown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

43 of 43 gauged

7 of 43 waterfalls near Chestertown are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 71°F

Aft 77°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 72°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 71°F Sunny Best
Lab 74°F Sunny
Tue 74°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 73°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 73°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Chestertown

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Spier Falls Roaring · 744 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Huntington Falls Strong · 35 cfs 81st percentile
  3. 3 Bailey Falls Strong · 280 cfs 78th percentile
  4. 4 Falls of Lana Strong · 280 cfs 78th percentile
  5. 5 Wanika Falls Strong · 71 cfs 77th percentile
  6. 6 Ord Falls Strong · 71 cfs 77th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Chestertown (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 Chestertown (27 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Spier Falls

29.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 43 Waterfalls Near Chestertown

Indian Falls waterfall

Indian Falls

25.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
4.5 miles 700 ft
Hanging Spear Falls waterfall CC

Hanging Spear Falls

3.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clifford Falls waterfall

Clifford Falls

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

Sutherland Falls

3.7 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rocky Falls waterfall

Rocky Falls

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

Center Rutland Falls

25.2 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Flume Fall waterfall

The Flume Fall

30.9 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Monument Falls waterfall

Monument Falls

30.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

36.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Wanika Falls waterfall

Wanika Falls

3.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Millers Falls waterfall

Millers Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

45.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Falls of Lana waterfall

Falls of Lana

34 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
1.4 miles 300 ft
T Lake Falls waterfall

T Lake Falls

43 miles away
New York
Hard
10.0 miles 1,500 ft
Cohoes Falls waterfall

Cohoes Falls

9.8 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall

Huntington Falls

21.2 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

28.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Raquette Falls waterfall

Raquette Falls

24.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
9.0 miles 500 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

24.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

24.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Chestertown

Are there free waterfalls near Chestertown?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Chestertown, including Artists Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Chestertown?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Chestertown?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Chestertown, including Artists Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Chestertown?

There are 29 kid-friendly waterfalls near Chestertown, including Artists Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Chestertown?

There are 5 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 0.1 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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