Minelot Falls
New York · 98-foot drop · Thacher State Park · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Minelot Falls is a waterfall in Albany County, New York. It drops roughly 98 feet. Access details and conditions have not yet been verified in person by Fallspots — the data on this page comes from OpenStreetMap and USGS GNIS.
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| Waterfall | Distance | Height | Trail | Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minelot Falls (this page) | — | 98 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Star Falls | 4 mi | 23 ft | — | — | — |
| Buttermilk Falls | 4 mi | 66 ft | — | — | — |
| French Hollow Falls | 5 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Sliding Rock Falls | 5 mi | 30 ft | — | — | — |
| Horton Falls | 5 mi | 82 ft | — | — | — |
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Questions visitors ask about Minelot Falls
Answers built from our structured data. If a question isn't here, the fact is unverified — we'd rather omit than guess.
How tall is Minelot Falls?
Minelot Falls is 98 feet (30 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Minelot Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Minelot Falls is inside Thacher State Park. We inferred this from OpenStreetMap protected-area polygons; if you find we got the boundary wrong, please report it. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.
Can I bring my dog to Minelot Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Thacher State Park permits leashed dogs in most areas). Inferred from park type; check the official site for trail-specific restrictions. Always leash and pack out waste.
Is there a fee to visit Minelot Falls?
No entrance fee. Thacher State Park is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Minelot Falls from a major city?
Minelot Falls is 4 miles from Altamont (about 5 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
42.6527, -74.0138
Sources and live status
Where we got the data, and where to check current conditions before you drive.
Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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