Waterfall Hikes Near Hudson, NY

5,923 residents

New_York Time Zone

36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hudson? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hudson. 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 42.2515°N, -73.7859°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hudson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

36 of 36 gauged

2 of 36 waterfalls near Hudson are flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Low Campbell Falls Low Race Brook Falls Low Umpachene Falls Low Boucks Falls Low Bozen Kill Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Meadow Falls Moderate Rossman Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Strong Cohoes Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Kaaterskill Falls Moderate Canada Falls Moderate Dickinson Falls Moderate Horton Falls Moderate Mine Lot Falls Moderate Glendale Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Hardenburgh Falls Moderate High Falls Low Lulu Cascade Moderate Wahconah Falls Moderate Manorkill Falls Low Mine Kill Falls Moderate Money Brook Falls Moderate Otis Falls Moderate Rensselaerville Falls Barely Flowing Windsor Jambs Moderate Vernooy Falls Low Straton Falls Moderate Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Fri 63°F Chance Rain Showers

Sat 80°F Mostly Sunny Best

Sun 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 93°F Sunny

Wed 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Thu 77°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hudson (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hudson (27 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls

34.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Glen Falls

35.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Kaaterskill Falls

34.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.6 miles 400 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Hudson

Lulu Cascade

24.3 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Campbell Falls

41.8 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Manorkill Falls

41.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Straton Falls

9.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Otis Falls

31.5 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bozen Kill Falls

3.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Mine Kill Falls

42.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Glendale Falls

33.2 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Wahconah Falls

25.9 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Boucks Falls

20.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Vernooy Falls

31.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

3.5 miles 400 ft

Canada Falls

19.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

High Falls

18.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Money Brook Falls

15 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

3.5 miles 500 ft

Windsor Jambs

42.7 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hudson

Are there free waterfalls near Hudson?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Hudson, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hudson?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Hudson, including Cohoes Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hudson?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hudson, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hudson?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hudson, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hudson?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hudson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hudson is Bash Bish Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hudson?

The tallest waterfall near Hudson is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hudson?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Hudson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hudson?

The closest waterfall to Hudson is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 5.1 miles away.

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