Waterfall Hikes Near Jefferson, NY

143 residents
New York Time Zone
38 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Jefferson? There are 38 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Jefferson. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 42.4813°N, -74.6062°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Jefferson

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

38 of 38 gauged

38 waterfalls near Jefferson have live flow data today

Boucks Falls Barely Flowing Bozen Kill Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Kaaterskill Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Button Falls Barely Flowing Rexford Falls Barely Flowing Canada Falls Barely Flowing Canajoharie Falls Barely Flowing Judds Falls Barely Flowing Denton Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Katrina Falls Moderate Dickinson Falls Barely Flowing Horton Falls Barely Flowing Mine Lot Falls Barely Flowing Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Hardenburgh Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Leatherstocking Falls Barely Flowing Manorkill Falls Low Meadow Falls Barely Flowing Rossman Falls Barely Flowing Mine Kill Falls Low Nevele Falls Moderate Rensselaerville Falls Moderate Saint Marys Falls Barely Flowing White Store Falls Barely Flowing Watauga Falls Barely Flowing Vernooy Falls Barely Flowing Tompkins Falls Barely Flowing T Lake Falls Moderate Straton Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Thu 74°F Partly Sunny
Fri 73°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 75°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 74°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 75°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 77°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Jefferson

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 1840 cfs 64th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 1840 cfs 64th percentile
  3. 3 T Lake Falls Moderate · 122 cfs 44th percentile
  4. 4 Katrina Falls Moderate · 221 cfs 41st percentile
  5. 5 High Falls Moderate · 221 cfs 41st percentile
  6. 6 Denton Falls Moderate · 221 cfs 41st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Jefferson (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 Jefferson (25 waterfalls)

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

Mine Kill Falls waterfall

Mine Kill Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Manorkill Falls waterfall

Manorkill Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

32.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

All 38 Waterfalls Near Jefferson

Mine Kill Falls waterfall

Mine Kill Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Boucks Falls

29.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Straton Falls

25.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Manorkill Falls waterfall

Manorkill Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

32.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Hardenburgh Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canada Falls waterfall

Canada Falls

30.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rensselaerville Falls waterfall

Rensselaerville Falls

22.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Watauga Falls waterfall

Watauga Falls

14.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canajoharie Falls waterfall

Canajoharie Falls

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

Judds Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Leatherstocking Falls

34.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tompkins Falls waterfall

Tompkins Falls

10.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dickinson Falls

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

High Falls

25 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Saint Marys Falls

12.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

35 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mine Lot Falls waterfall

Mine Lot Falls

18.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

White Store Falls

16 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Jefferson

Are there free waterfalls near Jefferson?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Jefferson, including Bozen Kill Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Jefferson?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Jefferson, including Canajoharie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Jefferson?

There are 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson, including Bozen Kill Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson, including Bozen Kill Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Jefferson?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Jefferson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Jefferson is Boucks Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Jefferson?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Jefferson?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Jefferson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Jefferson?

The closest waterfall to Jefferson is Mine Kill Falls, approximately 8.2 miles away.

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