Waterfall Hikes Near East Worcester, NY

209 residents
New York Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near East Worcester? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of East Worcester. 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 42.6284°N, -74.6743°W

Map of Waterfalls Near East Worcester

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 31 gauged

31 waterfalls near East Worcester have live flow data today

Boucks Falls Barely Flowing Bozen Kill Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Cohoes Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Kaaterskill Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Button Falls Low Rexford Falls Low Canada Falls Low Canajoharie Falls Low Judds Falls Low Dickinson Falls Barely Flowing Horton Falls Barely Flowing Mine Lot Falls Barely Flowing Hardenburgh Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Leatherstocking Falls Barely Flowing Manorkill Falls Barely Flowing Meadow Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Barely Flowing Rensselaerville Falls Barely Flowing Saint Marys Falls Low White Store Falls Low Watauga Falls Barely Flowing Vernooy Falls Barely Flowing Tompkins Falls Moderate Straton Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 83°F

Mon 83°F Sunny Best
Tue 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 90°F Sunny
Fri 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 86°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 83°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near East Worcester

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Meadow Falls Moderate · 123 cfs 35th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Low · 1840 cfs 21st percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Low · 1840 cfs 21st percentile
  4. 4 Rexford Falls Low · 127 cfs 19th percentile
  5. 5 Button Falls Low · 127 cfs 19th percentile
  6. 6 Straton Falls Low · 7 cfs 15th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near East Worcester (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.

Canajoharie Falls waterfall

Canajoharie Falls

28.4 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around East Worcester (23 waterfalls)

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

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
Leatherstocking Falls waterfall

Leatherstocking Falls

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

Mine Kill Falls

35.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near East Worcester

Rexford Falls waterfall

Rexford Falls

22.9 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

White Store Falls

27.9 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

Meadow Falls

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

Glen Falls

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

Kaaterskill Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

22 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Cohoes Falls waterfall

Cohoes Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

5.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Vernooy Falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls

31.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near East Worcester

Are there free waterfalls near East Worcester?

There are 16 free waterfalls near East Worcester, including Bozen Kill Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near East Worcester?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in East Worcester?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near East Worcester?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near East Worcester, including Bozen Kill Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near East Worcester?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near East Worcester, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near East Worcester?

The shortest waterfall hike near East Worcester is Boucks Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near East Worcester?

The tallest waterfall near East Worcester is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around East Worcester?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near East Worcester have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to East Worcester?

The closest waterfall to East Worcester is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 2.3 miles away.

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