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

27 of 37 waterfalls near Fort Plain are flowing strongly today

Auger Falls Roaring Austin Falls Roaring Christine Falls Roaring Boucks Falls Roaring Bozen Kill Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate Cohoes Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Roaring Button Falls Roaring Rexford Falls Roaring Canada Falls Strong Canajoharie Falls Roaring Judds Falls Roaring Crandall Falls Strong High Falls Strong Lower High Falls Strong Mill Dam Falls Strong Sherman Falls Strong Upper High Falls Strong Trenton Falls Strong Dickinson Falls Moderate Horton Falls Moderate Mine Lot Falls Moderate Eggleston Falls Strong Hardenburgh Falls Strong Leatherstocking Falls Roaring Limekiln Falls Moderate Manorkill Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Strong Rensselaerville Falls Low Saint Marys Falls Roaring Watauga Falls Roaring T Lake Falls Roaring Straton Falls Roaring Stockbridge Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 76°F

Aft 59°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 63°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 76°F Sunny Best
Sun 76°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 82°F Chance Rain Showers

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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

23.2 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

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Leatherstocking Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

31.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

All 37 Waterfalls Near Fort Plain

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
Canada Falls waterfall

Canada Falls

19.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Christine Falls waterfall

Christine Falls

1.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Auger Falls waterfall

Auger Falls

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

Stockbridge Falls

9.1 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
Watauga Falls waterfall

Watauga Falls

45.2 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
Crandall Falls waterfall

Crandall Falls

48.3 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
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
Limekiln Falls waterfall

Limekiln Falls

35.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rexford Falls waterfall

Rexford Falls

6 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Saint Marys Falls waterfall

Saint Marys Falls

21.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dickinson Falls

12 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 20 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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