Waterfall Hikes Near Clifton Gardens, NY

2,213 residents
New_York Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Clifton Gardens? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Clifton Gardens. 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 42.8474°N, -73.7838°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Clifton Gardens

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 34 gauged

11 of 34 waterfalls near Clifton Gardens are flowing strongly today

Auger Falls Roaring Bakers Falls Low Bash Bish Falls Moderate Boucks Falls Roaring Bozen Kill Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Meadow Falls Moderate Rossman Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Moderate Cohoes Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Glen Falls Low Kaaterskill Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Kane Falls Barely Flowing Canajoharie Falls Roaring Judds Falls Roaring Dickinson Falls Moderate Horton Falls Moderate Mine Lot Falls Moderate Eggleston Falls Strong Lulu Cascade Moderate Wahconah Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Strong Money Brook Falls Moderate Rensselaerville Falls Barely Flowing Windsor Jambs Moderate Twin Cascade Strong Tannery Falls Strong Spier Falls Low

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Aft 58°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 65°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 84°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Clifton Gardens (3 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.

Cohoes Falls waterfall

Cohoes Falls

22.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Clifton Gardens (25 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Horton Falls waterfall

Horton Falls

15.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Mine Lot Falls waterfall

Mine Lot Falls

11 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

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

Spier Falls

39.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Clifton Gardens

Cohoes Falls waterfall

Cohoes Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

20.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Horton Falls waterfall

Horton Falls

15.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Mine Lot Falls waterfall

Mine Lot Falls

11 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

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

Spier Falls

39.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Meadow Falls waterfall

Meadow Falls

30.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dickinson Falls

12 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rossman Falls

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

Eggleston Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

33.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Bakers Falls waterfall

Bakers Falls

31.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rensselaerville Falls waterfall

Rensselaerville Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

34.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Money Brook Falls waterfall

Money Brook Falls

15 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Canajoharie Falls

23.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

31.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

39.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Lulu Cascade waterfall

Lulu Cascade

24.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Clifton Gardens

Are there free waterfalls near Clifton Gardens?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Clifton Gardens, including Auger Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Clifton Gardens?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Clifton Gardens, including Canajoharie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Clifton Gardens?

There are 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Clifton Gardens, including Auger Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Clifton Gardens?

There are 26 kid-friendly waterfalls near Clifton Gardens, including Auger Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Clifton Gardens?

There are 7 waterfalls that allow swimming near Clifton Gardens, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Clifton Gardens?

The shortest waterfall hike near Clifton Gardens is Auger Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Clifton Gardens?

The tallest waterfall near Clifton Gardens is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Clifton Gardens?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Clifton Gardens have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Clifton Gardens?

The closest waterfall to Clifton Gardens is Cohoes Falls, approximately 6.0 miles away.

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