Waterfall Hikes Near Cooperstown, NY
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cooperstown? Luckily, there are 37 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cooperstown, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
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Find waterfalls to hike near Cooperstown
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cooperstown (22 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.

Leatherstocking Falls
29 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Judds Falls
17.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Watauga Falls
35.1 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Rexford Falls
41 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cooperstown (28 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Leatherstocking Falls
29 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Buttermilk Falls
61.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Judds Falls
17.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Watauga Falls
35.1 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Rexford Falls
41 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Cooperstown With Waterfalls

Trenton Falls
27.1 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Upper High Falls
14.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Hardenburgh Falls
8.6 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Mill Dam Falls
27 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Stockbridge Falls
48.6 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Mine Lot Falls
26.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Rensselaerville Falls
21.2 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Crandall Falls
57.4 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Buttermilk Falls
42.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Buttermilk Falls
48.9 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Pixley Falls
53.2 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Chittenango Falls
32.9 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Perryville Falls
43 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

High Falls
17.2 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Glen Falls
35.7 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Kaaterskill Falls
34.2 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft

Buttermilk Falls
33.6 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft