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
8.2 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Bozen Kill Falls
18.1 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
30.7 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Cohoes Falls
8.2 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Mine Lot Falls
26.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Bozen Kill Falls
18.1 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Buttermilk Falls
8.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Schenectady With Waterfalls
Horton Falls
30.7 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Cohoes Falls
8.2 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Mine Lot Falls
26.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Bozen Kill Falls
18.1 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Buttermilk Falls
8.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Dickinson Falls
22.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Meadow Falls
14.7 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Rensselaerville Falls
21.2 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Eggleston Falls
30.3 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Buttermilk Falls
10.3 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Spier Falls
29.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Rossman Falls
71.6 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Glen Falls
35.7 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Canajoharie Falls
21.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Buttermilk Falls
42.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Boucks Falls
25.3 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Judds Falls
17.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Kaaterskill Falls
34.2 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
Buttermilk Falls
33.6 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls
35.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft