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 waterfall

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 waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.4 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
Horton Falls waterfall

Horton Falls

15.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Mine Lot Falls waterfall

Mine Lot Falls

13.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

All 28 Waterfalls Near Mechanicville

Rensselaerville Falls waterfall

Rensselaerville Falls

13.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Cascade waterfall

Twin Cascade

15.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tannery Falls waterfall

Tannery Falls

40.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Wahconah Falls waterfall

Wahconah Falls

25.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

35.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

38.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Windsor Jambs

42.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Boucks Falls

20.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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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