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

3 of 21 waterfalls near Hudson Falls are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Thu 59°F Rain Showers
Fri 64°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 76°F Sunny
Sun 78°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 83°F Chance Rain Showers

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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

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

Spier Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

20.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Hudson Falls

Fairy Ladder Falls waterfall

Fairy Ladder Falls

29.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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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