Waterfall Hikes Near Schenectady, NY
within 50 miles
Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Schenectady? Luckily, there are 44 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Schenectady, 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 Schenectady
Find waterfalls to hike near Schenectady
🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Schenectady (17 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
Bozen Kill Falls
37.9 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Schenectady (31 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
Horton Falls
16.1 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Cohoes Falls
12.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Mine Lot Falls
3.4 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Bozen Kill Falls
37.9 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Buttermilk Falls
16.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Schenectady With Waterfalls
Horton Falls
16.1 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Cohoes Falls
12.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Mine Lot Falls
3.4 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Bozen Kill Falls
37.9 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Buttermilk Falls
16.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Dickinson Falls
54.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Meadow Falls
14.9 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
Eggleston Falls
35.3 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
Spier Falls
50.9 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Rossman Falls
15.7 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Glen Falls
23.3 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Canajoharie Falls
23.6 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Buttermilk Falls
66.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Boucks Falls
50.6 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Judds Falls
60.1 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Kaaterskill Falls
27.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
Buttermilk Falls
27.4 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls
56.7 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft