Waterfall Hikes Near Great Notch, NJ

4,018 residents
New York Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Great Notch? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Great Notch. 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 40.8705°N, -74.2084°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Great Notch

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 25 gauged

3 of 24 waterfalls near Great Notch are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Foul Rift Falls Roaring Nevele Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Strong Raymondskill Falls Strong Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate Stony Kill Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 79°F

Aft 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 77°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 79°F Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 84°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Fri 77°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Great Notch

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 11500 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Raymondskill Falls Strong · 10000 cfs 89th percentile
  3. 3 Pinchot Falls Strong · 10000 cfs 89th percentile
  4. 4 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 126 cfs 66th percentile
  5. 5 Stony Kill Falls Moderate · 917 cfs 65th percentile
  6. 6 Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate · 917 cfs 65th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Great Notch (6 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
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Great Notch (22 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Great Notch

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Maple Falls

31.6 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
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Bass Lake Falls

31.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

29.4 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
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

4.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

38.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

38.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

37.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

37.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

38.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

39.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

36 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

24 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

23.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Great Notch

Are there free waterfalls near Great Notch?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Great Notch, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Great Notch?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Great Notch, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Great Notch?

There are 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near Great Notch, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Great Notch?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Great Notch, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Great Notch?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Great Notch, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Great Notch?

The shortest waterfall hike near Great Notch is Bass Lake Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Great Notch?

The tallest waterfall near Great Notch is Verkeerder Kill Falls at 187 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Great Notch?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Great Notch have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Great Notch?

The closest waterfall to Great Notch is Passaic Falls, approximately 3.4 miles away.

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