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

2 of 22 waterfalls near Saratoga Springs are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Tod 52°F Rain
Mem 75°F Rain then Chance Rain Showers
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 82°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 76°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 71°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 70°F Mostly Sunny Best

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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

22.1 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

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

Buttermilk Falls

31.8 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

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

Eggleston Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

20.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Bakers Falls waterfall CC

Bakers Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Horton Falls

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

Kane Falls

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

Mine Lot Falls

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

Bozen Kill Falls

3.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Meadow Falls

33.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dickinson Falls

34.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rossman Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Auger Falls

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

Canajoharie Falls

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

Austin Falls

New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rensselaerville Falls waterfall

Rensselaerville Falls

27.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Christine Falls

43.5 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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