Waterfall Hikes Near West Glens Falls, NY

9,565 residents
New York Time Zone
22 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Glens Falls? There are 22 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Glens Falls. 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 43.3057°N, -73.6964°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Glens Falls

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

22 of 22 gauged

22 waterfalls near West Glens Falls have live flow data today

Auger Falls Barely Flowing Austin Falls Barely Flowing Christine Falls Barely Flowing Bakers Falls Moderate Bozen Kill Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Cohoes Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Kane Falls Barely Flowing Center Rutland Falls Moderate Sutherland Falls Moderate Eggleston Falls Moderate Fairy Ladder Falls Low Linsey Falls Low The Falls Low Hamilton Falls Barely Flowing Horton Falls Low Mine Lot Falls Low T Lake Falls Barely Flowing Spier Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 86°F

Mon 86°F Sunny Best
Tue 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 94°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 96°F Sunny
Fri 96°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 92°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near West Glens Falls

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bakers Falls Moderate · 4410 cfs 69th percentile
  2. 2 Eggleston Falls Moderate · 601 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 2160 cfs 48th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 342 cfs 35th percentile
  5. 5 Sutherland Falls Moderate · 956 cfs 33rd percentile
  6. 6 Center Rutland Falls Moderate · 956 cfs 33rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Glens Falls (1 waterfall)

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

5.5 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Glens Falls (14 waterfalls)

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

Spier Falls waterfall

Spier Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

19.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

All 22 Waterfalls Near West Glens Falls

Bakers Falls waterfall CC

Bakers Falls

35.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spier Falls waterfall

Spier Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Eggleston Falls

23 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kane Falls waterfall

Kane Falls

23.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cohoes Falls waterfall

Cohoes Falls

5.5 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

5.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Auger Falls waterfall

Auger Falls

28.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Linsey Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Austin Falls waterfall

Austin Falls

31.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Christine Falls

32.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horton Falls waterfall

Horton Falls

9.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Center Rutland Falls waterfall CC

Center Rutland Falls

43.4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

22.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fairy Ladder Falls waterfall

Fairy Ladder Falls

8.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mine Lot Falls waterfall

Mine Lot Falls

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

Bozen Kill Falls

18.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sutherland Falls waterfall

Sutherland Falls

43.4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
T Lake Falls waterfall

T Lake Falls

30.3 miles away
New York
Hard
10.0 miles 1,500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Glens Falls

Are there free waterfalls near West Glens Falls?

There are 11 free waterfalls near West Glens Falls, including Auger Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Glens Falls?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near West Glens Falls, including Cohoes Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Glens Falls?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Glens Falls, including Auger Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Glens Falls?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Glens Falls, including Auger Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near West Glens Falls?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near West Glens Falls, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Glens Falls?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Glens Falls is Auger Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near West Glens Falls?

The tallest waterfall near West Glens Falls is T Lake Falls at 600 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Glens Falls?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near West Glens Falls have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Glens Falls?

The closest waterfall to West Glens Falls is Bakers Falls, approximately 4.9 miles away.

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