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
30.7 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Rossman Falls
30.1 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
30.7 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
10.2 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft

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

Bash Bish Falls
28.1 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft

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

Windsor Jambs
34.7 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Bakers Falls
32.1 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Eggleston Falls
37.7 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Race Brook Falls
5.8 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft

Bear Rock Falls
37.3 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Glenerie Falls
8.3 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

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

Mine Kill Falls
40.1 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Manorkill Falls
40.7 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Hardenburgh Falls
32.4 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Massachusetts
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Glendale Falls
25.2 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Canajoharie Falls
55.4 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

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

Great Falls
22.4 miles awayConnecticut
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Campbell Falls
59.8 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Otis Falls
58 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft

Straton Falls
63.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft