Waterfall Hikes Near Schuyler Lake, NY

82 residents
New York Time Zone
40 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Schuyler Lake? There are 40 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Schuyler Lake. 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 42.7786°N, -75.0335°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Schuyler Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

40 of 40 gauged

6 of 40 waterfalls near Schuyler Lake are flowing strongly today

Boucks Falls Moderate Bozen Kill Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Button Falls Strong Rexford Falls Strong Canada Falls Strong Canajoharie Falls Moderate Judds Falls Moderate Chittenango Falls Moderate Delphi Falls Moderate Edwards Falls Moderate Perryville Falls Moderate Crandall Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Lower High Falls Moderate Mill Dam Falls Moderate Sherman Falls Moderate Upper High Falls Moderate Trenton Falls Moderate Fellows Falls Moderate Tinker Falls Moderate Hardenburgh Falls Moderate Leatherstocking Falls Moderate Limekiln Falls Moderate Manorkill Falls Moderate Mine Kill Falls Moderate Mine Lot Falls Moderate Pixley Falls Moderate Pratts Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Saint Marys Falls Moderate White Store Falls Moderate Watauga Falls Moderate Tompkins Falls Strong Straton Falls Strong Stockbridge Falls Moderate Spicer Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 68°F

Aft 73°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 70°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 68°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 70°F Sunny
Tue 70°F Partly Sunny
Wed 71°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 73°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Flowing best right now near Schuyler Lake

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Tompkins Falls Strong · 72 cfs 84th percentile
  2. 2 Straton Falls Strong · 8 cfs 79th percentile
  3. 3 Spicer Falls Strong · 517 cfs 78th percentile
  4. 4 Canada Falls Strong · 23 cfs 76th percentile
  5. 5 Rexford Falls Strong · 79 cfs 75th percentile
  6. 6 Button Falls Strong · 79 cfs 75th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Schuyler Lake (7 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.

Rexford Falls waterfall

Rexford Falls

27.6 miles away
New York
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

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

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

Leatherstocking Falls waterfall

Leatherstocking Falls

25.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Judds Falls waterfall

Judds Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

32.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Saint Marys Falls

22.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 40 Waterfalls Near Schuyler Lake

Mine Kill Falls waterfall

Mine Kill Falls

19.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bozen Kill Falls waterfall

Bozen Kill Falls

33.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Spicer Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

10.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Tinker Falls waterfall

Tinker Falls

15.1 miles away
New York
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Straton Falls

11 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pixley Falls waterfall

Pixley Falls

14.8 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Chittenango Falls waterfall

Chittenango Falls

32.9 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Perryville Falls waterfall

Perryville Falls

7.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canada Falls waterfall

Canada Falls

17.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Manorkill Falls waterfall

Manorkill Falls

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

Tompkins Falls

41.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hardenburgh Falls

13.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pratts Falls waterfall

Pratts Falls

26.3 miles away
New York
Easy
1.3 miles 150 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

28.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Limekiln Falls waterfall

Limekiln Falls

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

Mine Lot Falls

33.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Fellows Falls waterfall

Fellows Falls

11.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Edwards Falls waterfall

Edwards Falls

28.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Schuyler Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Schuyler Lake?

There are 22 free waterfalls near Schuyler Lake, including Bozen Kill Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Schuyler Lake?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Schuyler Lake, including Canajoharie Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Schuyler Lake?

There are 29 dog-friendly waterfalls near Schuyler Lake, including Bozen Kill Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Schuyler Lake?

There are 31 kid-friendly waterfalls near Schuyler Lake, including Bozen Kill Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Schuyler Lake?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Schuyler Lake, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Schuyler Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Schuyler Lake is Boucks Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Schuyler Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Schuyler Lake is Chittenango Falls at 167 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Schuyler Lake?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Schuyler Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Schuyler Lake?

The closest waterfall to Schuyler Lake is Leatherstocking Falls, approximately 6.9 miles away.

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