Waterfall Hikes Near Fort Plain, NY

2,015 residents
New York Time Zone
37 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fort Plain? There are 37 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fort Plain. 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 42.9316°N, -74.6278°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fort Plain

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 37 gauged

1 of 37 waterfalls near Fort Plain is flowing strongly today

Auger Falls Barely Flowing Austin Falls Barely Flowing Christine Falls Barely Flowing Boucks Falls Low Bozen Kill Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Cohoes 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 Dickinson Falls Low Horton Falls Low Mine Lot Falls Low Eggleston Falls Roaring Hardenburgh Falls Low Leatherstocking Falls Low Limekiln Falls Barely Flowing Manorkill Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Low Rensselaerville Falls Low Saint Marys Falls Low Watauga Falls Low T Lake Falls Barely Flowing Straton Falls Low Stockbridge Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 84°F

Aft 84°F Sunny Best
Mon 86°F Sunny
Tue 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 93°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 94°F Sunny
Fri 92°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Fort Plain

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Eggleston Falls Roaring · 4090 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Rexford Falls Moderate · 140 cfs 40th percentile
  3. 3 Button Falls Moderate · 140 cfs 40th percentile
  4. 4 Cohoes Falls Moderate · 2160 cfs 32nd percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 2160 cfs 32nd percentile
  6. 6 Manorkill Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 27th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fort Plain (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 Fort Plain (26 waterfalls)

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

Judds Falls waterfall

Judds Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Leatherstocking Falls

5.5 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

All 37 Waterfalls Near Fort Plain

Canajoharie Falls waterfall

Canajoharie Falls

28.4 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Judds Falls waterfall

Judds Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Leatherstocking Falls

5.5 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
T Lake Falls waterfall

T Lake Falls

30.3 miles away
New York
Hard
10.0 miles 1,500 ft

Boucks Falls

45.3 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
Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

18.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Straton Falls

34.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Button Falls

19.9 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

Hardenburgh Falls

36.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sherman Falls

32.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lower High Falls waterfall

Lower High Falls

33 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Mill Dam Falls

49.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fort Plain

Are there free waterfalls near Fort Plain?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Fort Plain, including Auger Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fort Plain?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Fort Plain, including Canajoharie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fort Plain?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fort Plain, including Auger Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fort Plain?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fort Plain, including Auger Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Fort Plain?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Fort Plain, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fort Plain?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Fort Plain?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fort Plain?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Fort Plain have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fort Plain?

The closest waterfall to Fort Plain is Canajoharie Falls, approximately 4.5 miles away.

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