Waterfall Hikes Near Rensselaer, NY

9,252 residents

New_York Time Zone

41 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rensselaer? There are 41 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rensselaer. 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 42.6465°N, -73.7328°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rensselaer

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

41 of 41 gauged

4 of 41 waterfalls near Rensselaer are flowing strongly today

Bakers Falls Moderate 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 Low High Falls Low Meadow Falls Low Rossman Falls Low 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 Chapel Falls Moderate Dickinson Falls Moderate Horton Falls Moderate Mine Lot Falls Moderate Eggleston Falls Barely Flowing 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 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

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Thu 58°F Rain Showers

Fri 62°F Rain Showers Likely

Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny Best

Sun 80°F Chance Rain Showers

Mon 81°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Wed 85°F Rain Showers Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rensselaer (5 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 Rensselaer (30 waterfalls)

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

Horton Falls

15.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Buttermilk Falls

20.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Mine Lot Falls

13.3 miles away

13.3 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

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Boucks Falls

20.3 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Kaaterskill Falls

34.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.6 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rensselaer

Are there free waterfalls near Rensselaer?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Rensselaer, including Bakers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rensselaer?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Rensselaer, including Canajoharie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rensselaer?

There are 30 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rensselaer, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rensselaer?

There are 31 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rensselaer, including Bakers Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Rensselaer?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rensselaer?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Rensselaer?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rensselaer?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Rensselaer have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rensselaer?

The closest waterfall to Rensselaer is Cohoes Falls, approximately 7.9 miles away.

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