Waterfall Hikes Near Cooperstown, NY

2,034 residents
New York Time Zone
33 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Leatherstocking country is literal in Cooperstown, and Leatherstocking Falls is a half-mile walk from the village with dogs welcome. Judds Falls near Cherry Valley makes a flat mile. Canajoharie Falls shows up on the list without trail numbers. The strongest water is Buttermilk Falls, 165 feet, a mile and a half of trail with 500 feet of climb and a swimming hole below. Thirty-three falls fill the circle, plenty for the days when the baseball crowds get thick.

Located at 42.6996°N, -74.9300°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cooperstown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

33 of 33 gauged

1 of 33 waterfalls near Cooperstown is flowing strongly today

Boucks Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Button Falls Barely Flowing Rexford Falls Barely Flowing Canada Falls Barely Flowing Canajoharie Falls Barely Flowing Judds Falls Barely Flowing Crandall Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Lower High Falls Moderate Mill Dam Falls Moderate Sherman Falls Moderate Upper High Falls Moderate Trenton Falls Moderate Delphi Falls Moderate Hardenburgh Falls Barely Flowing Horton Falls Barely Flowing Mine Lot Falls Barely Flowing Limekiln Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Low Rensselaerville Falls Strong Saint Marys Falls Barely Flowing White Store Falls Barely Flowing Watauga Falls Barely Flowing Tompkins Falls Barely Flowing Straton Falls Barely Flowing Stockbridge Falls Moderate Spicer Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 43 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Thu 76°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 77°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 77°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 76°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 79°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Cooperstown

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 1840 cfs 65th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 1840 cfs 65th percentile
  3. 3 Mill Dam Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 48th percentile
  4. 4 Trenton Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 48th percentile
  5. 5 Upper High Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 48th percentile
  6. 6 Lower High Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 48th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cooperstown (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.

Rexford Falls waterfall

Rexford Falls

30.8 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cooperstown (23 waterfalls)

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

Leatherstocking Falls waterfall

Leatherstocking Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

32.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Judds Falls waterfall

Judds Falls

26.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Watauga Falls waterfall

Watauga Falls

14.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 33 Waterfalls Near Cooperstown

Leatherstocking Falls waterfall

Leatherstocking Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

32.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Judds Falls waterfall

Judds Falls

26.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Button Falls

49.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Watauga Falls waterfall

Watauga Falls

14.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rexford Falls waterfall

Rexford Falls

30.8 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Saint Marys Falls

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

Canajoharie Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

14.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Boucks Falls

29.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

White Store Falls

16 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mine Kill Falls waterfall

Mine Kill Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Straton Falls

25.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

35 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canada Falls waterfall

Canada Falls

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

Manorkill Falls

34.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tompkins Falls waterfall

Tompkins Falls

10.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sherman Falls

44 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lower High Falls waterfall

Lower High Falls

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

High Falls

24.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cooperstown

Are there free waterfalls near Cooperstown?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Cooperstown, including Bozen Kill Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cooperstown?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cooperstown?

There are 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cooperstown, including Bozen Kill Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cooperstown?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cooperstown, including Bozen Kill Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cooperstown?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Cooperstown, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cooperstown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cooperstown is Boucks Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cooperstown?

The tallest waterfall near Cooperstown is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cooperstown?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Cooperstown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cooperstown?

The closest waterfall to Cooperstown is Leatherstocking Falls, approximately 2 miles away.

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