Waterfall Hikes Near Valley Falls, NY

461 residents

New York Time Zone

29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Valley Falls? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Valley Falls. 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 42.9006°N, -73.5627°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Valley Falls

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 29 gauged

2 of 29 waterfalls near Valley Falls are flowing strongly today

Bakers Falls Barely Flowing Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Moderate Race Brook Falls Moderate Bozen Kill Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Meadow Falls Moderate Rossman Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Cohoes Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Kane Falls Barely Flowing Canajoharie Falls Moderate Dickinson Falls Moderate Horton Falls Moderate Mine Lot Falls Moderate Eggleston Falls Roaring Hamilton Falls Low Lulu Cascade Moderate Wahconah Falls Moderate Rensselaerville Falls Moderate Windsor Jambs Moderate Twin Cascade Moderate Tannery Falls Moderate Spier Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Aft 78°F Mostly Sunny Best

Sat 75°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

Sun 72°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

Lab 76°F Patchy Fog then Sunny

Tue 75°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Wed 76°F Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers

Thu 76°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Valley Falls

Updated about 1 hour ago

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Valley Falls (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

9.8 miles away

New York

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Valley Falls (21 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls

10 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Spier Falls

29.5 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Horton Falls

4.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Buttermilk Falls

7.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Valley Falls

Buttermilk Falls

12.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Bash Bish Falls

1.6 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Buttermilk Falls

28.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Windsor Jambs

20.1 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Canajoharie Falls

26.9 miles away

New York

Easy

0.4 miles 75 ft

Rensselaerville Falls

21.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hamilton Falls

26.8 miles away

Vermont

Moderate

6.0 miles 500 ft

Race Brook Falls

5.8 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

3.0 miles 800 ft

Bear Rock Falls

6.5 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Valley Falls

Are there free waterfalls near Valley Falls?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Valley Falls, including Bakers Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Valley Falls?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Valley Falls?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Valley Falls, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Valley Falls?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Valley Falls, including Bakers Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Valley Falls?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Valley Falls, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Valley Falls?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Valley Falls?

The tallest waterfall near Valley Falls is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Valley Falls?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Valley Falls have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Valley Falls?

The closest waterfall to Valley Falls is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 11.4 miles away.

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