Waterfall Hikes Near Westmere, NY

7,798 residents
New York Time Zone
37 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Westmere? There are 37 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Westmere. 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 42.6884°N, -73.8744°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Westmere

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 37 gauged

37 waterfalls near Westmere have live flow data today

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

Updated 31 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 99°F

Tod 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 99°F Sunny Best
Fri 96°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 94°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 89°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Westmere

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 2350 cfs 67th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 2350 cfs 67th percentile
  3. 3 Eggleston Falls Moderate · 428 cfs 46th percentile
  4. 4 Bakers Falls Moderate · 2990 cfs 42nd percentile
  5. 5 Meadow Falls Moderate · 123 cfs 35th percentile
  6. 6 High Falls Moderate · 123 cfs 35th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Westmere (3 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

5.5 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Westmere (27 waterfalls)

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

Horton Falls waterfall

Horton Falls

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

Mine Lot Falls

13.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

5.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

18.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 37 Waterfalls Near Westmere

Horton Falls waterfall

Horton Falls

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

Mine Lot Falls

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

Bozen Kill Falls

18.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dickinson Falls

25.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Meadow Falls

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

Rensselaerville Falls

26.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rossman Falls

37.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

33.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Boucks Falls

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

Money Brook Falls

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

High Falls

37.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Eggleston Falls waterfall

Eggleston Falls

23 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
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

43.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

32.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

22 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Lulu Cascade

37.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Westmere

Are there free waterfalls near Westmere?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Westmere, including Bakers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Westmere?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Westmere, including Canajoharie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Westmere?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near Westmere, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Westmere?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Westmere, including Bakers Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Westmere?

There are 7 waterfalls that allow swimming near Westmere, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Westmere?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Westmere?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Westmere?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Westmere have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Westmere?

The closest waterfall to Westmere is Horton Falls, approximately 2.8 miles away.

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