Waterfall Hikes Near Hudson Falls, NY

7,426 residents
New York Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hudson Falls? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hudson Falls. 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 43.3042°N, -73.5819°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hudson Falls

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

21 waterfalls near Hudson Falls have live flow data today

Auger Falls Barely Flowing Austin Falls Barely Flowing Christine Falls Barely Flowing Bakers Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Cohoes Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Wymans Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Kane Falls Low Center Rutland Falls Low Sutherland Falls Low Eggleston Falls Barely Flowing Fairy Ladder Falls Low Linsey Falls Low The Falls Low Hamilton Falls Barely Flowing Horton Falls Barely Flowing Money Brook Falls Barely Flowing Spier Falls Moderate

Updated 22 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 86°F

Tod 86°F Sunny Best
Tue 88°F Chance Rain Showers
Wed 95°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 99°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 97°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 91°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Hudson Falls

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Spier Falls Moderate · 1570 cfs 31st percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 2120 cfs 30th percentile
  3. 3 Cohoes Falls Moderate · 2120 cfs 30th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Low · 40 cfs 23rd percentile
  5. 5 Kane Falls Low · 40 cfs 23rd percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Low · 1840 cfs 21st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hudson Falls (1 waterfall)

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 Falls (13 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

19.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Spier Falls waterfall

Spier Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

5.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Hudson Falls

Bakers Falls waterfall CC

Bakers Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

19.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Kane Falls waterfall

Kane Falls

23.4 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
Eggleston Falls waterfall

Eggleston Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

5.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Cohoes Falls waterfall

Cohoes Falls

5.5 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Auger Falls waterfall

Auger Falls

28.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Linsey Falls

16.5 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
Center Rutland Falls waterfall CC

Center Rutland Falls

43.4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Austin Falls waterfall

Austin Falls

31.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sutherland Falls waterfall

Sutherland Falls

43.4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wymans Falls

15.5 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Christine Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

21.5 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hamilton Falls waterfall

Hamilton Falls

8.4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
6.0 miles 500 ft
Horton Falls waterfall

Horton Falls

9.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

22.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Money Brook Falls waterfall

Money Brook Falls

3.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hudson Falls

Are there free waterfalls near Hudson Falls?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Hudson Falls, including Auger Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hudson Falls?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Hudson Falls, including Cohoes Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hudson Falls?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hudson Falls, including Auger Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hudson Falls?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hudson Falls, including Auger Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hudson Falls?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hudson Falls?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Hudson Falls?

The tallest waterfall near Hudson Falls is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hudson Falls?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Hudson Falls have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hudson Falls?

The closest waterfall to Hudson Falls is Bakers Falls, approximately 0.7 miles away.

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