Waterfall Hikes Near Cedar Knolls, NJ

4,181 residents
New York Time Zone
35 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cedar Knolls? There are 35 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cedar Knolls. 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 40.8199°N, -74.4551°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cedar Knolls

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 35 gauged

24 of 34 waterfalls near Cedar Knolls are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Strong Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Marshall Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clarke Falls Strong Lee Falls Strong Snow Hill Falls Strong Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong High Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Denton Falls Strong High Falls Strong Katrina Falls Strong Foul Rift Falls Roaring Nevele Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Roaring Raymondskill Falls Roaring Pottersville Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring Tillman Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Sat 81°F Sunny
Sun 76°F Partly Sunny
Lab 79°F Sunny
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 82°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 75°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Cedar Knolls

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 9590 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Raymondskill Falls Roaring · 9070 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Pinchot Falls Roaring · 9070 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Denton Falls Strong · 545 cfs 88th percentile
  6. 6 Katrina Falls Strong · 545 cfs 88th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cedar Knolls (8 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.

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cedar Knolls (25 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

31.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

13 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Bass Lake Falls

31.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 35 Waterfalls Near Cedar Knolls

Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

27.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

19.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

48.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

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

High Falls

8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

35.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

3.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

17.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

High Falls

34.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

48.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

29.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cedar Knolls

Are there free waterfalls near Cedar Knolls?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Cedar Knolls, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cedar Knolls?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Cedar Knolls, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cedar Knolls?

There are 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cedar Knolls, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cedar Knolls?

There are 26 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cedar Knolls, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cedar Knolls?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Cedar Knolls, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cedar Knolls?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cedar Knolls is Bass Lake Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cedar Knolls?

The tallest waterfall near Cedar Knolls is Verkeerder Kill Falls at 187 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cedar Knolls?

Yes, 23 waterfalls near Cedar Knolls have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cedar Knolls?

The closest waterfall to Cedar Knolls is Maple Falls, approximately 10.6 miles away.

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