Waterfall Hikes Near Johnstown, NY

8,216 residents
New York Time Zone
32 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Johnstown? There are 32 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Johnstown. 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 43.0073°N, -74.3755°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Johnstown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

32 of 32 gauged

10 of 32 waterfalls near Johnstown are flowing strongly today

Auger Falls Low Austin Falls Low Christine Falls Low Bakers Falls Barely Flowing Boucks Falls Barely Flowing Bozen Kill Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Cohoes Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Button Falls Moderate Canajoharie Falls Moderate Judds Falls Moderate Dickinson Falls Roaring Horton Falls Roaring Mine Lot Falls Roaring Eggleston Falls Moderate Hardenburgh Falls Moderate High Falls Strong Lower High Falls Strong Mill Dam Falls Strong Sherman Falls Strong Upper High Falls Strong Trenton Falls Strong Leatherstocking Falls Roaring Manorkill Falls Barely Flowing Mine Kill Falls Low Rensselaerville Falls Barely Flowing T Lake Falls Moderate Straton Falls Barely Flowing Spier Falls Low

Updated 43 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 95°F

Wed 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 95°F Sunny Best
Fri 92°F Sunny
Ind 89°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Rain Showers Likely
Tue 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Johnstown

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Horton Falls Roaring · 123 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Mine Lot Falls Roaring · 123 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Dickinson Falls Roaring · 123 cfs 95th percentile
  4. 4 Leatherstocking Falls Roaring · 12 cfs 92nd percentile
  5. 5 Lower High Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 69th percentile
  6. 6 Trenton Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 69th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Johnstown (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.

Canajoharie Falls waterfall

Canajoharie Falls

28.4 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Johnstown (20 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

32.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

18.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Judds Falls waterfall

Judds Falls

17.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 32 Waterfalls Near Johnstown

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

32.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Canajoharie Falls waterfall

Canajoharie Falls

28.4 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

18.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Judds Falls waterfall

Judds Falls

17.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Boucks Falls

45.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Christine Falls

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

Auger Falls

28.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Austin Falls waterfall

Austin Falls

31.1 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

11.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
T Lake Falls waterfall

T Lake Falls

30.3 miles away
New York
Hard
10.0 miles 1,500 ft
Mine Kill Falls waterfall

Mine Kill Falls

35.4 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
Manorkill Falls waterfall

Manorkill Falls

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

Rensselaerville Falls

26.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hardenburgh Falls

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

Leatherstocking Falls

5.5 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
Spier Falls waterfall

Spier Falls

27.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Johnstown

Are there free waterfalls near Johnstown?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Johnstown, including Auger Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Johnstown?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Johnstown?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Johnstown, including Auger Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Johnstown?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Johnstown, including Auger Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Johnstown?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Johnstown?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Johnstown?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Johnstown?

The closest waterfall to Johnstown is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 9.6 miles away.

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