Waterfall Hikes Near Rensselaer, NY
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rensselaer? Luckily, there are 41 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rensselaer, making it a perfect hub for waterfall enthusiasts. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.
Map of Waterfalls Near Rensselaer
Find waterfalls to hike near Rensselaer
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rensselaer (18 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
12.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Rossman Falls
15.7 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rensselaer (29 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Cohoes Falls
12.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Horton Falls
16.1 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Buttermilk Falls
16.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Mine Lot Falls
3.4 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Rensselaer With Waterfalls

Cohoes Falls
12.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Horton Falls
16.1 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Buttermilk Falls
16.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Mine Lot Falls
3.4 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Meadow Falls
14.9 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Rossman Falls
15.7 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Dickinson Falls
54.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Bozen Kill Falls
37.9 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Buttermilk Falls
56.7 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

High Falls
33.6 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Rensselaerville Falls
37.4 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Money Brook Falls
32.9 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

Lulu Cascade
50.7 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

Spier Falls
50.9 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Glen Falls
23.3 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Tannery Falls
44.5 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft

Twin Cascade
47 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Wahconah Falls
42.5 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Boucks Falls
50.6 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Kaaterskill Falls
27.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft