Waterfall Hikes Near West Sand Lake, NY

3,304 residents
New_York Time Zone
39 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Sand Lake? There are 39 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Sand Lake. 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 42.6402°N, -73.6033°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Sand Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

39 of 39 gauged

7 of 39 waterfalls near West Sand Lake are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Aft 54°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 62°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 83°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Sand Lake (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

22.1 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Sand Lake (29 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Horton Falls

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

Mine Lot Falls

11 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Money Brook Falls waterfall

Money Brook Falls

15 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft
Lulu Cascade waterfall

Lulu Cascade

24.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

All 39 Waterfalls Near West Sand Lake

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Cohoes Falls

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

Horton Falls

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

Mine Lot Falls

11 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Money Brook Falls waterfall

Money Brook Falls

15 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft
Lulu Cascade waterfall

Lulu Cascade

24.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Meadow Falls waterfall

Meadow Falls

30.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rossman Falls

38.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

38.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dickinson Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

34.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Tannery Falls waterfall

Tannery Falls

40.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

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

Twin Cascade

15.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wahconah Falls waterfall

Wahconah Falls

25.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rensselaerville Falls waterfall

Rensselaerville Falls

13.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

38.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Windsor Jambs

42.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bakers Falls waterfall

Bakers Falls

31.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

35.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Sand Lake

Are there free waterfalls near West Sand Lake?

There are 22 free waterfalls near West Sand Lake, including Bakers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Sand Lake?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near West Sand Lake, including Chapel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Sand Lake?

There are 29 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Sand Lake, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Sand Lake?

There are 30 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Sand Lake, including Bakers Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near West Sand Lake?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near West Sand Lake, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Sand Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Sand Lake is Bakers Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near West Sand Lake?

The tallest waterfall near West Sand Lake is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Sand Lake?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near West Sand Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Sand Lake?

The closest waterfall to West Sand Lake is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 10.2 miles away.

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Lebanon Spring

17.7 mi 72°F

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21.7 mi 75°F

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