Waterfall Hikes Near Menands, NY

4,512 residents

New_York Time Zone

39 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Menands? There are 39 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Menands. 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 42.6910°N, -73.7271°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Menands

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

39 of 39 gauged

7 of 39 waterfalls near Menands are flowing strongly today

Bakers Falls Barely Flowing Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Barely Flowing Race Brook Falls Barely Flowing Umpachene Falls Barely Flowing 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 Glen Falls Moderate Kaaterskill Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Moderate Kane Falls Moderate Canajoharie Falls Roaring Dickinson Falls Moderate Horton Falls Moderate Mine Lot Falls Moderate Eggleston Falls Strong Glendale Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Low Hardenburgh Falls Strong Lulu Cascade Moderate Wahconah Falls Moderate Manorkill Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Strong Money Brook Falls Moderate Rensselaerville Falls Low Windsor Jambs Moderate Twin Cascade Strong Tannery Falls Strong Spier Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 79°F

Tod 59°F Rain Showers

Fri 63°F Rain Showers Likely

Sat 79°F Sunny Best

Sun 81°F Chance Rain Showers

Mon 82°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 85°F Rain Showers Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Menands (4 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 Menands (28 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

Horton Falls

15.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Mine Lot Falls

11.3 miles away

11.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Meadow Falls

30.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rossman Falls

38.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bozen Kill Falls

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 Menands

Are there free waterfalls near Menands?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Menands, including Bakers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Menands?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Menands, including Canajoharie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Menands?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Menands?

There are 29 kid-friendly waterfalls near Menands, including Bakers Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Menands?

There are 8 waterfalls that allow swimming near Menands, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Menands?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Menands?

The tallest waterfall near Menands is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Menands?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Menands have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Menands?

The closest waterfall to Menands is Cohoes Falls, approximately 5.5 miles away.

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