Waterfall Hikes Near Saratoga Springs, NY

74,339 residents
New_York Time Zone
22 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Saratoga Springs? There are 22 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Saratoga Springs. 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 43.0674°N, -73.7775°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Saratoga Springs

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

22 of 22 gauged

5 of 22 waterfalls near Saratoga Springs are flowing strongly today

Auger Falls Moderate Austin Falls Moderate Christine Falls Moderate Bakers Falls Moderate Bozen Kill Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Strong Cohoes Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate Kane Falls Moderate Canajoharie Falls Moderate Dickinson Falls Barely Flowing Horton Falls Barely Flowing Mine Lot Falls Barely Flowing Eggleston Falls Moderate Lulu Cascade Strong Meadow Falls Strong Rossman Falls Strong Money Brook Falls Moderate Rensselaerville Falls Moderate Spier Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Widespread Frost then Sunny · 63°F

Tod 61°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 63°F Widespread Frost then Sunny Best
Wed 59°F Rain Showers
Thu 64°F Rain Showers
Fri 68°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 73°F Partly Sunny
Sun 76°F Partly Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Saratoga Springs (2 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 waterfall

Cohoes Falls

4 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Saratoga Springs (14 waterfalls)

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

Spier Falls waterfall

Spier Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

28.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

24.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

All 22 Waterfalls Near Saratoga Springs

Spier Falls waterfall

Spier Falls

27.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cohoes Falls waterfall

Cohoes Falls

4 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Eggleston Falls waterfall

Eggleston Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

28.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Bakers Falls waterfall

Bakers Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

24.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

8.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Horton Falls waterfall

Horton Falls

18.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Kane Falls waterfall

Kane Falls

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

Mine Lot Falls

19.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

16.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Meadow Falls waterfall

Meadow Falls

18.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dickinson Falls

22.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rossman Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

14.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Auger Falls waterfall

Auger Falls

38.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canajoharie Falls waterfall

Canajoharie Falls

36.4 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 75 ft
Austin Falls waterfall

Austin Falls

37.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rensselaerville Falls waterfall

Rensselaerville Falls

27.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Christine Falls waterfall

Christine Falls

39.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Saratoga Springs

Are there free waterfalls near Saratoga Springs?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Saratoga Springs, including Auger Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Saratoga Springs?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Saratoga Springs, including Canajoharie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Saratoga Springs?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Saratoga Springs, including Auger Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Saratoga Springs?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Saratoga Springs, including Auger Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Saratoga Springs?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Saratoga Springs?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Saratoga Springs?

The tallest waterfall near Saratoga Springs is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

What is the closest waterfall to Saratoga Springs?

The closest waterfall to Saratoga Springs is Spier Falls, approximately 9.1 miles away.

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