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

10 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 Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Cohoes Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Roaring Kane Falls Roaring Canajoharie Falls Moderate Dickinson Falls Strong Horton Falls Strong Mine Lot Falls Strong Eggleston Falls Moderate Meadow Falls Roaring Rossman Falls Roaring Money Brook Falls Roaring Rensselaerville Falls Strong Spier Falls Strong

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 79°F

Tod 75°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Thu 79°F Sunny Best
Fri 82°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Sat 85°F Sunny
Sun 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 84°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 79°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Saratoga Springs

Updated about 3 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Rossman Falls Roaring · 130 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Roaring · 47 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Meadow Falls Roaring · 130 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Kane Falls Roaring · 47 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Lulu Cascade Roaring · 52 cfs 98th percentile
  6. 6 Money Brook Falls Roaring · 186 cfs 95th percentile

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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

6.4 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

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

39 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

All 22 Waterfalls Near Saratoga Springs

Money Brook Falls waterfall

Money Brook Falls

10.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft

Lulu Cascade

27.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 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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