Waterfall Hikes Near Nassau Lake, NY

840 residents

New_York Time Zone

36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Nassau Lake? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Nassau Lake. 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 42.5366°N, -73.6059°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Nassau Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

36 of 36 gauged

2 of 36 waterfalls near Nassau Lake are flowing strongly today

Bakers Falls Moderate Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Barely Flowing Campbell Falls Barely Flowing Race Brook Falls Barely Flowing Umpachene Falls Barely Flowing Boucks Falls Moderate Bozen Kill Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low High Falls Low Meadow Falls Low Rossman Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Cohoes Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Kaaterskill Falls Moderate Chapel Falls Moderate Dickinson Falls Moderate Horton Falls Moderate Mine Lot Falls Moderate Glendale Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Low Great Falls Barely Flowing Hardenburgh Falls Roaring Lulu Cascade Low Wahconah Falls Low Manorkill Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Roaring Money Brook Falls Moderate Otis Falls Moderate Rensselaerville Falls Low Windsor Jambs Moderate Twin Cascade Moderate Tannery Falls Moderate Spier Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 77°F

Thu 57°F Rain Showers

Fri 61°F Rain Showers Likely

Sat 77°F Sunny Best

Sun 80°F Chance Rain Showers

Mon 82°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 84°F Rain Showers Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Nassau Lake (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 Nassau Lake (27 waterfalls)

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

Lulu Cascade

24.3 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Buttermilk Falls

20.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Nassau Lake

Meadow Falls

30.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Lulu Cascade

24.3 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Buttermilk Falls

20.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Rossman Falls

38.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

High Falls

38.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Cohoes Falls

22.1 miles away

New York

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Dickinson Falls

46.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Horton Falls

15.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Buttermilk Falls

34.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Mine Lot Falls

13.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Wahconah Falls

25.9 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rensselaerville Falls

13.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Money Brook Falls

15 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

3.5 miles 500 ft

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

Race Brook Falls

8.4 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

3.0 miles 800 ft

Tannery Falls

40.2 miles away

Massachusetts

Easy

0.4 miles 100 ft

Bear Rock Falls

4.9 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bozen Kill Falls

3.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Glen Falls

35.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Nassau Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Nassau Lake?

There are 22 free waterfalls near Nassau Lake, including Bakers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Nassau Lake?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Nassau Lake, including Chapel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Nassau Lake?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Nassau Lake, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Nassau Lake?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Nassau Lake, including Bakers Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Nassau Lake?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Nassau Lake?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Nassau Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Nassau Lake is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Nassau Lake?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Nassau Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Nassau Lake?

The closest waterfall to Nassau Lake is Meadow Falls, approximately 14.8 miles away.

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