Waterfall Hikes Near Cooperstown, NY

2,034 residents
New York Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cooperstown? There are 30 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cooperstown. 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 42.6996°N, -74.9300°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cooperstown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

30 of 30 gauged

30 waterfalls near Cooperstown have live flow data today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 85°F

Aft 82°F Sunny
Mon 85°F Sunny Best
Tue 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 91°F Sunny
Fri 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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 Rensselaerville Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 72nd percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 2040 cfs 37th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 2040 cfs 37th percentile
  4. 4 Canada Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 27th percentile
  5. 5 Manorkill Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 26th percentile
  6. 6 Button Falls Moderate · 129 cfs 25th 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

22.9 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cooperstown (21 waterfalls)

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

Leatherstocking Falls waterfall

Leatherstocking Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Judds Falls

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

Watauga Falls

39.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Cooperstown

Trenton Falls waterfall

Trenton Falls

49.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper High Falls waterfall

Upper High Falls

13.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hardenburgh Falls

36.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mill Dam Falls waterfall

Mill Dam Falls

49.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stockbridge Falls waterfall

Stockbridge Falls

2.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mine Lot Falls waterfall

Mine Lot Falls

13.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Rensselaerville Falls waterfall

Rensselaerville Falls

26.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crandall Falls waterfall

Crandall Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Delphi Falls waterfall

Delphi Falls

9 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cooperstown

Are there free waterfalls near Cooperstown?

There are 18 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 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cooperstown, including Bozen Kill Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cooperstown?

There are 23 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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