Waterfall Hikes Near Rensselaer Falls, NY

382 residents
New York Time Zone
57 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rensselaer Falls? There are 57 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rensselaer Falls. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 44.5909°N, -75.3190°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rensselaer Falls

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

57 of 57 gauged

10 of 57 waterfalls near Rensselaer Falls are flowing strongly today

Agers Falls Moderate Lyons Falls Moderate Allen Falls Roaring Bruner Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Kingsley Falls Roaring Sylvan Falls Roaring Augerhole Falls Barely Flowing Jamestown Falls Barely Flowing Moody Falls Barely Flowing Basford Falls Barely Flowing Browns Falls Barely Flowing Copper Rock Falls Barely Flowing Flat Rock Falls Barely Flowing Greenwood Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Madison Chute Barely Flowing Newton Falls Barely Flowing Plumb Brook Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Rock Dam Falls Barely Flowing Sinclair Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Sliding Falls Barely Flowing Brasher Falls Strong Cascade Falls Moderate Coopers Falls Moderate Harts Falls Moderate Jacksons Falls Moderate Rensselaer Falls Moderate Rushton Falls Moderate Childs Falls Moderate Pleasant Creek Falls Moderate Dicob Falls Barely Flowing Eagle Falls Barely Flowing Elmer Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Jerden Falls Barely Flowing Kings Falls Barely Flowing Eatonville Falls Moderate Shingle Mill Falls Moderate Singing Waters Falls Moderate Whitaker Falls Moderate Emeryville Falls Strong Fullerville Falls Strong Hazleton Falls Strong Five Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Gain Twist Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Harper Falls Barely Flowing Higley Falls Barely Flowing Lampsons Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls (historical) Barely Flowing Pelkys Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Three Falls Barely Flowing Stark Falls Barely Flowing Ferguson Waterfall Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Aft 75°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 72°F Partly Sunny
Sun 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 75°F Sunny
Tue 69°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Wed 73°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 74°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Rensselaer Falls

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Ferguson Waterfall Roaring · 22 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Allen Falls Roaring · 157 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Sylvan Falls Roaring · 157 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Bruner Falls Roaring · 157 cfs 90th percentile
  5. 5 High Falls Roaring · 157 cfs 90th percentile
  6. 6 Kingsley Falls Roaring · 157 cfs 90th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rensselaer Falls (6 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.

Rensselaer Falls waterfall

Rensselaer Falls

15.3 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rensselaer Falls (31 waterfalls)

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

Rushton Falls waterfall

Rushton Falls

4.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Harts Falls waterfall

Harts Falls

13.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jacksons Falls waterfall

Jacksons Falls

0.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 57 Waterfalls Near Rensselaer Falls

Dicob Falls

24.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jamestown Falls waterfall

Jamestown Falls

11.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Childs Falls waterfall

Childs Falls

26.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Eagle Falls waterfall

Eagle Falls

14.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Moody Falls waterfall

Moody Falls

0.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Augerhole Falls

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

High Falls

9.6 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

Eatonville Falls

5.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sliding Falls waterfall

Sliding Falls

37.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Shingle Mill Falls

32.2 miles away
New York
Easy
2.0 miles 200 ft
Pleasant Creek Falls waterfall

Pleasant Creek Falls

33.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Singing Waters Falls

39.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kings Falls waterfall

Kings Falls

34.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Whitaker Falls waterfall

Whitaker Falls

33.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Agers Falls waterfall

Agers Falls

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

High Falls

36.8 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Lyons Falls waterfall

Lyons Falls

24.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rensselaer Falls

Are there free waterfalls near Rensselaer Falls?

There are 30 free waterfalls near Rensselaer Falls, including Agers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rensselaer Falls?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Rensselaer Falls, including Ferguson Waterfall.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rensselaer Falls?

There are 31 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rensselaer Falls, including Agers Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rensselaer Falls?

There are 35 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rensselaer Falls, including Agers Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Rensselaer Falls?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Rensselaer Falls, including Lampsons Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rensselaer Falls?

The shortest waterfall hike near Rensselaer Falls is Agers Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Rensselaer Falls?

The tallest waterfall near Rensselaer Falls is Lampsons Falls at 40 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Rensselaer Falls require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Rensselaer Falls requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rensselaer Falls?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Rensselaer Falls has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rensselaer Falls?

The closest waterfall to Rensselaer Falls is Rensselaer Falls, approximately 0.2 miles away.

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