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

8 of 29 waterfalls near Fort Johnson are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 33 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 76°F

Thu 57°F Rain Showers
Fri 64°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 76°F Sunny Best
Sun 73°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 81°F Chance Rain Showers

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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

23.2 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

31.8 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
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

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

Auger Falls

46 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Fort Johnson

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

31.8 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
Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

3.5 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
Mine Lot Falls waterfall

Mine Lot Falls

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

Auger Falls

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

Rensselaerville Falls

13.1 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
Judds Falls waterfall

Judds Falls

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

Austin Falls

41.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Boucks Falls

20.3 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
Christine Falls waterfall

Christine Falls

1.8 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

Dickinson Falls

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

Spier Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

26.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 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

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 11.0 miles away.

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