Waterfall Hikes Near Duane Lake, NY

217 residents
New_York Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Duane Lake? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Duane Lake. 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 42.7526°N, -74.1088°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Duane Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 34 gauged

14 of 34 waterfalls near Duane Lake are flowing strongly today

Auger Falls Roaring Austin Falls Roaring Christine Falls Roaring Bakers Falls Low 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 Canajoharie Falls Roaring Judds Falls Roaring Dickinson Falls Moderate Horton Falls Moderate Mine Lot Falls Moderate Eggleston Falls Strong Glenerie Falls Low Hardenburgh Falls Strong Leatherstocking Falls Roaring Lulu Cascade Moderate Manorkill Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Strong Money Brook Falls Moderate Rensselaerville Falls Barely Flowing Straton Falls Roaring Spier Falls Low

Updated 28 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 75°F

Aft 56°F Rain Showers
Fri 61°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 75°F Sunny Best
Sun 76°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 80°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 82°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Duane Lake (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.

Cohoes Falls waterfall

Cohoes Falls

22.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Duane Lake (22 waterfalls)

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

Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

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

Mine Lot Falls

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

Rensselaerville Falls

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

Horton Falls

15.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Duane Lake

Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

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

Mine Lot Falls

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

Rensselaerville Falls

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

Horton Falls

15.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Dickinson Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

33.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Boucks Falls

20.3 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
Meadow Falls waterfall

Meadow Falls

30.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

35.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

34.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Judds Falls

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

Mine Kill Falls

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

Manorkill Falls

41.9 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Duane Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Duane Lake?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Duane Lake, including Auger Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Duane Lake?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Duane Lake, including Canajoharie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Duane Lake?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Duane Lake, including Auger Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Duane Lake?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Duane Lake, including Auger Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Duane Lake?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Duane Lake, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Duane Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Duane Lake is Auger Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Duane Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Duane Lake is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

What is the closest waterfall to Duane Lake?

The closest waterfall to Duane Lake is Bozen Kill Falls, approximately 0.8 miles away.

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