Waterfall Hikes Near East Franklin, NJ

9,309 residents
New York Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near East Franklin? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of East Franklin. 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 40.4933°N, -74.4710°W

Map of Waterfalls Near East Franklin

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

4 of 8 waterfalls near East Franklin are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Foul Rift Falls Roaring Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Aft 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 78°F Sunny
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 79°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near East Franklin

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 9180 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Tillman Falls Strong · 51 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Bass Lake Falls Strong · 155 cfs 84th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 172 cfs 83rd percentile
  5. 5 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 41 cfs 57th percentile
  6. 6 Scudders Falls Moderate · 278 cfs 55th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near East Franklin (1 waterfall)

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 East Franklin (7 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
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near East Franklin

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
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

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

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

29.4 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

31.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

33.8 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near East Franklin

Are there free waterfalls near East Franklin?

There are 5 free waterfalls near East Franklin, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near East Franklin?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near East Franklin, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in East Franklin?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near East Franklin, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near East Franklin?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near East Franklin, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near East Franklin?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near East Franklin, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near East Franklin?

The shortest waterfall hike near East Franklin is Bass Lake Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near East Franklin?

The tallest waterfall near East Franklin is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around East Franklin?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near East Franklin have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to East Franklin?

The closest waterfall to East Franklin is Maple Falls, approximately 18.9 miles away.

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