Waterfall Hikes Near Jefferson Heights, NY

1,435 residents
New York Time Zone
38 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Jefferson Heights? There are 38 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Jefferson Heights. 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 42.2361°N, -73.8822°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Jefferson Heights

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

38 of 38 gauged

3 of 38 waterfalls near Jefferson Heights are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 101°F

Wed 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 101°F Sunny Best
Fri 100°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 94°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Jefferson Heights

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Mine Lot Falls Roaring · 137 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Horton Falls Roaring · 137 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Dickinson Falls Roaring · 137 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Otis Falls Moderate · 28 cfs 56th percentile
  5. 5 Cohoes Falls Moderate · 2250 cfs 56th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 2250 cfs 56th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Jefferson Heights (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 Heights (28 waterfalls)

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

Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

33.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

43.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

22 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

All 38 Waterfalls Near Jefferson Heights

Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

33.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

43.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

37.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rossman Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

22 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Meadow Falls

8.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Glenerie Falls

22.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dickinson Falls

25.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horton Falls waterfall

Horton Falls

9.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

37.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Rensselaerville Falls waterfall

Rensselaerville Falls

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

Mine Lot Falls

13.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

23.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

37.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hardenburgh Falls

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

Manorkill Falls

34.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Straton Falls

34.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

17 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

18.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Jefferson Heights

Are there free waterfalls near Jefferson Heights?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Jefferson Heights?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Jefferson Heights?

There are 28 dog-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson Heights, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson Heights?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Jefferson Heights, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Jefferson Heights?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Jefferson Heights?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Jefferson Heights?

The tallest waterfall near Jefferson Heights is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Jefferson Heights?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Jefferson Heights have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Jefferson Heights?

The closest waterfall to Jefferson Heights is Glen Falls, approximately 7 miles away.

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