Waterfall Hikes Near Fort Johnson, NY

510 residents
New York Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fort Johnson? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fort Johnson. 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 42.9591°N, -74.2381°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fort Johnson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 29 gauged

29 waterfalls near Fort Johnson have live flow data today

Auger Falls Barely Flowing Austin Falls Barely Flowing Christine Falls Barely Flowing Bakers Falls Moderate Boucks Falls Barely Flowing Bozen Kill Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Cohoes Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Kaaterskill Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Canajoharie Falls Barely Flowing Judds Falls Barely Flowing Dickinson Falls Barely Flowing Horton Falls Barely Flowing Mine Lot Falls Barely Flowing Eggleston Falls Barely Flowing Hardenburgh Falls Barely Flowing Leatherstocking Falls Barely Flowing Manorkill Falls Barely Flowing Meadow Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Barely Flowing Rensselaerville Falls Barely Flowing T Lake Falls Barely Flowing Straton Falls Barely Flowing Spier Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 18 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 96°F Sunny
Fri 93°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Fort Johnson

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bakers Falls Moderate · 3030 cfs 44th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 2100 cfs 44th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 2100 cfs 44th percentile
  4. 4 Meadow Falls Moderate · 123 cfs 35th percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Low · 1350 cfs 14th percentile
  6. 6 Cohoes Falls Low · 1350 cfs 14th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fort Johnson (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.

Canajoharie Falls waterfall

Canajoharie Falls

28.4 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fort Johnson (20 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

32.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

18.6 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
Auger Falls waterfall

Auger Falls

28.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Fort Johnson

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

32.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

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

Canajoharie Falls

28.4 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Mine Lot Falls waterfall

Mine Lot Falls

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

Auger Falls

28.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rensselaerville Falls waterfall

Rensselaerville Falls

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

Eggleston Falls

23 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Judds Falls waterfall

Judds Falls

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

Austin Falls

31.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Boucks Falls

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

Horton Falls

9.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Christine Falls

32.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Dickinson Falls

25.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spier Falls waterfall

Spier Falls

27.8 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
Mine Kill Falls waterfall

Mine Kill Falls

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

Manorkill Falls

34.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fort Johnson

Are there free waterfalls near Fort Johnson?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Fort Johnson, including Auger Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fort Johnson?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Fort Johnson, including Canajoharie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fort Johnson?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fort Johnson, including Auger Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fort Johnson?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fort Johnson, including Auger Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fort Johnson?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Fort Johnson, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fort Johnson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fort Johnson is Auger Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fort Johnson?

The tallest waterfall near Fort Johnson is T Lake Falls at 600 feet.

What is the closest waterfall to Fort Johnson?

The closest waterfall to Fort Johnson is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 11 miles away.

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