Waterfall Hikes Near Taconic Shores, NY

652 residents
New York Time Zone
35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Taconic Shores? There are 35 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Taconic Shores. 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 42.1193°N, -73.5531°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Taconic Shores

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

35 of 35 gauged

4 of 35 waterfalls near Taconic Shores are flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Moderate Campbell Falls Moderate Race Brook Falls Moderate Umpachene Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Meadow Falls Moderate Rossman Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Cohoes Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Kaaterskill Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Strong Dickinson Falls Moderate Horton Falls Moderate Mine Lot Falls Moderate Glendale Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Moderate Great Falls Strong Hardenburgh Falls Moderate High Falls Strong Lulu Cascade Moderate Wahconah Falls Moderate Manorkill Falls Moderate Money Brook Falls Moderate Otis Falls Moderate Rensselaerville Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Windsor Jambs Moderate Wallamanumps Falls Moderate Vernooy Falls Strong Tannery Falls Moderate South Hadley Falls Moderate

Updated 29 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 74°F

Tod 79°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 75°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 72°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Lab 74°F Sunny Best
Tue 75°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 70°F Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Thu 78°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Taconic Shores

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Vernooy Falls Strong · 53 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 36 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 High Falls Strong · 9 cfs 86th percentile
  4. 4 Great Falls Strong · 484 cfs 78th percentile
  5. 5 Glenerie Falls Moderate · 162 cfs 74th percentile
  6. 6 Bear Rock Falls Moderate · 371 cfs 73rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Taconic Shores (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.

Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

12.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Taconic Shores (26 waterfalls)

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

Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

1.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

5.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

6.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

12.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

All 35 Waterfalls Near Taconic Shores

Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

1.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

5.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

6.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

12.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

12.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

40 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

49.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rossman Falls

19.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Otis Falls waterfall

Otis Falls

21.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Glenerie Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

11 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

4.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Meadow Falls

28.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lulu Cascade

27.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

34.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dickinson Falls

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

Wahconah Falls

35.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Taconic Shores

Are there free waterfalls near Taconic Shores?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Taconic Shores, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Taconic Shores?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Taconic Shores, including Cohoes Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Taconic Shores?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Taconic Shores, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Taconic Shores?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Taconic Shores, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Taconic Shores?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Taconic Shores, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Taconic Shores?

The shortest waterfall hike near Taconic Shores is Bash Bish Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Taconic Shores?

The tallest waterfall near Taconic Shores is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Taconic Shores?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Taconic Shores have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Taconic Shores?

The closest waterfall to Taconic Shores is Bash Bish Falls, approximately 2.8 miles away.

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Lebanon Spring

Lebanon Spring

25.4 mi 72°F

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45.0 mi 75°F

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