Waterfall Hikes Near Troy, NY

51,268 residents
New York Time Zone
39 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Troy? There are 39 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Troy. 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 42.7354°N, -73.6751°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Troy

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

39 of 39 gauged

39 waterfalls near Troy have live flow data today

Bakers Falls Moderate Bash Bish Falls Barely Flowing Bear Rock Falls Barely Flowing Race Brook Falls Barely Flowing Umpachene Falls Barely Flowing Boucks Falls Barely Flowing Bozen Kill Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Meadow Falls Barely Flowing Rossman Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Cohoes Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Glen Falls Low Kaaterskill Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Kane Falls Moderate Canajoharie Falls Barely Flowing Judds Falls Barely Flowing Dickinson Falls Barely Flowing Horton Falls Barely Flowing Mine Lot Falls Barely Flowing Eggleston Falls Low Glendale Falls Barely Flowing Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Lulu Cascade Barely Flowing Wahconah Falls Barely Flowing Manorkill Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Moderate Money Brook Falls Barely Flowing Rensselaerville Falls Moderate Windsor Jambs Barely Flowing Twin Cascade Barely Flowing Tannery Falls Barely Flowing Spier Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Aft 84°F Sunny
Thu 83°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Fri 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 80°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 79°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Troy

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Eggleston Falls Strong · 3950 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Kane Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 55th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 36 cfs 55th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 1710 cfs 54th percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 1710 cfs 54th percentile
  6. 6 Rensselaerville Falls Moderate · 9 cfs 53rd percentile

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Troy hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Find waterfalls to hike near Troy

Have your own travel site? Embed these waterfalls for free.

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Troy (4 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

47.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Troy (29 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Horton Falls

32.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Mine Lot Falls waterfall

Mine Lot Falls

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

Bozen Kill Falls

35 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 39 Waterfalls Near Troy

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

47.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Cohoes Falls waterfall

Cohoes Falls

47.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Horton Falls waterfall

Horton Falls

32.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Mine Lot Falls waterfall

Mine Lot Falls

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

Bozen Kill Falls

35 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Meadow Falls

28.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rossman Falls

38.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dickinson Falls

30.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Money Brook Falls waterfall

Money Brook Falls

14.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

39 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Lulu Cascade

41.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Spier Falls waterfall

Spier Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rensselaerville Falls waterfall

Rensselaerville Falls

22.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bakers Falls waterfall CC

Bakers Falls

3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Cascade waterfall

Twin Cascade

31.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tannery Falls waterfall

Tannery Falls

33.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Wahconah Falls waterfall

Wahconah Falls

45.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

42 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Eggleston Falls waterfall

Eggleston Falls

28.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Troy

Are there free waterfalls near Troy?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Troy, including Bakers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Troy?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Troy, including Canajoharie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Troy?

There are 29 dog-friendly waterfalls near Troy, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Troy?

There are 30 kid-friendly waterfalls near Troy, including Bakers Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Troy?

There are 8 waterfalls that allow swimming near Troy, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Troy?

The shortest waterfall hike near Troy is Bakers Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Troy?

The tallest waterfall near Troy is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Troy?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Troy have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Troy?

The closest waterfall to Troy is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 2.5 miles away.

Waterfall Hikes Near Troy, NY Pinterest Guide

Pin This Guide

Save this Troy waterfall guide to your Pinterest board for your next adventure.

Pin It

🏙️ Other Cities Near Troy With Waterfalls

Watervliet, NY
10,325 residents
Cohoes, NY
17,960 residents
Latham, NY
13,660 residents
Roessleville, NY
11,583 residents
Albany, NY
590,694 residents
Schenectady, NY
68,476 residents
East Glenville, NY
11,477 residents
Saratoga Springs, NY
74,339 residents
North Adams, MA
12,937 residents
Glens Falls, NY
73,424 residents
Pittsfield, MA
43,730 residents
Amsterdam, NY
18,244 residents

Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Troy, New York

Sand Spring

20.1 mi 75°F

Sand Spring surfaces at 75°F in Williamstown, Massachusetts — one of the few thermal features in New England. At just 670 feet ...
Lebanon Spring

Lebanon Spring

25.4 mi 72°F

Lebanon Spring discharges at 72°F at 663 feet elevation in Columbia County, flowing 24 degrees above ambient air temperature ju...

Looking for a soak after your hike? Explore more hot springs near Troy, New York on SoakingSprings.

Explore New York springs

Where to Stay

Hotels & Lodges Booking.com

Find hotels, lodges, and B&Bs near the trailhead
Cabins & Rentals VRBO

Browse vacation cabins and private rentals nearby
Glamping Hipcamp

Unique outdoor stays — tents, yurts, and treehouses
RV Rentals Outdoorsy

Rent a campervan or RV for your waterfall road trip

Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

← → walk · Esc to stop