Waterfall Hikes Near Nelliston, NY

693 residents
New York Time Zone
38 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Nelliston? There are 38 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Nelliston. 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 42.9318°N, -74.6099°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Nelliston

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

38 of 38 gauged

1 of 38 waterfalls near Nelliston is flowing strongly today

Auger Falls Barely Flowing Austin Falls Barely Flowing Christine Falls Barely Flowing Boucks Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Cohoes Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Button Falls Barely Flowing Rexford Falls Barely Flowing Canada Falls Barely Flowing Canajoharie Falls Barely Flowing Judds Falls Barely Flowing Crandall Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Lower High Falls Moderate Mill Dam Falls Moderate Sherman Falls Moderate Upper High Falls Moderate Trenton Falls Moderate Dickinson Falls Barely Flowing Horton Falls Barely Flowing Mine Lot Falls Barely Flowing Eggleston Falls Low Hardenburgh Falls Barely Flowing Limekiln Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Low Rensselaerville Falls Strong Saint Marys Falls Barely Flowing Watauga Falls Barely Flowing Tompkins Falls Barely Flowing T Lake Falls Moderate Straton Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Thu 78°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 78°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 77°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Sun 78°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 78°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Nelliston

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Eggleston Falls Strong · 4010 cfs 89th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 1840 cfs 65th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 1840 cfs 65th percentile
  4. 4 Mill Dam Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 48th percentile
  5. 5 Lower High Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 48th percentile
  6. 6 High Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 48th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Nelliston (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.

Canajoharie Falls waterfall

Canajoharie Falls

15.4 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Nelliston (27 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

14.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Judds Falls waterfall

Judds Falls

26.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

32.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Leatherstocking Falls waterfall

Leatherstocking Falls

34.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

38.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

All 38 Waterfalls Near Nelliston

Canajoharie Falls waterfall

Canajoharie Falls

15.4 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

14.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Judds Falls waterfall

Judds Falls

26.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

32.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Leatherstocking Falls waterfall

Leatherstocking Falls

34.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

T Lake Falls

28.1 miles away
New York
Hard
10.0 miles 1,500 ft

Boucks Falls

29.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mine Kill Falls waterfall

Mine Kill Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

35 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Straton Falls

25.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Manorkill Falls waterfall

Manorkill Falls

34.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Button Falls

49.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hardenburgh Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mine Lot Falls waterfall

Mine Lot Falls

18.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Sherman Falls

44 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Lower High Falls waterfall

Lower High Falls

44 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

24.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Trenton Falls waterfall

Trenton Falls

25.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Upper High Falls waterfall

Upper High Falls

24.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Nelliston

Are there free waterfalls near Nelliston?

There are 22 free waterfalls near Nelliston, including Auger Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Nelliston?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Nelliston?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Nelliston, including Auger Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Nelliston?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Nelliston, including Auger Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Nelliston?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Nelliston?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Nelliston?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Nelliston?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Nelliston have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Nelliston?

The closest waterfall to Nelliston is Canajoharie Falls, approximately 3.8 miles away.

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