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
6.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Bozen Kill Falls
69.4 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
15.7 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Cohoes Falls
6.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Mine Lot Falls
45.9 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Bozen Kill Falls
69.4 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Buttermilk Falls
26.1 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Schenectady With Waterfalls
Horton Falls
15.7 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Cohoes Falls
6.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Mine Lot Falls
45.9 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Bozen Kill Falls
69.4 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Buttermilk Falls
26.1 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Dickinson Falls
45.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Meadow Falls
45 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Rensselaerville Falls
57.2 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Eggleston Falls
46.9 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
58.7 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 2.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Rossman Falls
59.3 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Glen Falls
34.3 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Canajoharie Falls
4.5 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Buttermilk Falls
13.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Boucks Falls
32.4 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Unknown
Trail Length: 0.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Judds Falls
15.6 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 0 ft
Kaaterskill Falls
38.4 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 400 ft
Buttermilk Falls
37.2 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls
36.8 miles awayNew York
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 500 ft