Waterfall Hikes Near Mechanicville, NY

5,177 residents

New_York Time Zone

28 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mechanicville? There are 28 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mechanicville. 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 42.9036°N, -73.6894°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mechanicville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

28 of 28 gauged

1 of 28 waterfalls near Mechanicville is flowing strongly today

Bakers Falls Moderate Bash Bish Falls Moderate Boucks Falls Moderate Bozen Kill Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Meadow Falls Moderate Rossman Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Cohoes Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Kane Falls Moderate Canajoharie Falls Strong Dickinson Falls Moderate Horton Falls Moderate Mine Lot Falls Moderate Eggleston Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Moderate Lulu Cascade Low Wahconah Falls Low Money Brook Falls Moderate Rensselaerville Falls Low Windsor Jambs Moderate Twin Cascade Moderate Tannery Falls Moderate Spier Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 78°F

Thu 60°F Rain Showers

Fri 64°F Rain Showers Likely

Sat 78°F Sunny Best

Sun 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Mon 81°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 85°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mechanicville (3 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.

Cohoes Falls

22.1 miles away

New York

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mechanicville (19 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls

20.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Spier Falls

29.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Horton Falls

15.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Mine Lot Falls

13.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

All 28 Waterfalls Near Mechanicville

Buttermilk Falls

20.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Cohoes Falls

22.1 miles away

New York

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Spier Falls

29.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Horton Falls

15.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Bakers Falls

31.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Mine Lot Falls

13.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Bozen Kill Falls

3.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Eggleston Falls

29.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Meadow Falls

30.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

39.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Rossman Falls

38.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dickinson Falls

46.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Kane Falls

36.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Money Brook Falls

15 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

3.5 miles 500 ft

High Falls

38.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

33.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Buttermilk Falls

34.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Lulu Cascade

24.3 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Buttermilk Falls

31.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Canajoharie Falls

23.2 miles away

New York

Easy

0.4 miles 75 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mechanicville

Are there free waterfalls near Mechanicville?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Mechanicville, including Bakers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mechanicville?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Mechanicville, including Canajoharie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mechanicville?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mechanicville, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mechanicville?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mechanicville, including Bakers Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mechanicville?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Mechanicville, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mechanicville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mechanicville is Bakers Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mechanicville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mechanicville?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Mechanicville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mechanicville?

The closest waterfall to Mechanicville is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 6.3 miles away.

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