Waterfall Hikes Near Hillsborough, NJ

21,865 residents
New York Time Zone
23 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hillsborough? There are 23 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hillsborough. 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 40.5069°N, -74.6523°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hillsborough

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

22 of 23 gauged

12 of 22 waterfalls near Hillsborough are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Strong Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Marshall Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Falls of Schuylkill Moderate The Grotto Moderate Pottersville Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 78°F

Aft 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 76°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 78°F Sunny Best
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 78°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Hillsborough

Updated about 4 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 Raymondskill Falls Roaring · 9180 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Pinchot Falls Roaring · 9180 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Tillman Falls Strong · 51 cfs 88th percentile
  5. 5 Deer Leap Falls Strong · 15 cfs 85th percentile
  6. 6 Dingmans Falls Strong · 15 cfs 85th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hillsborough (5 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 Hillsborough (21 waterfalls)

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

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
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

31.6 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

All 23 Waterfalls Near Hillsborough

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
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

31.6 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

Bass Lake Falls

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

Passaic Falls

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

Tillman Falls

33.8 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

28 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

23.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

40.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Marshalls Falls waterfall

Marshalls Falls

40.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hillsborough

Are there free waterfalls near Hillsborough?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Hillsborough, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hillsborough?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Hillsborough, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hillsborough?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hillsborough, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hillsborough?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hillsborough, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hillsborough?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hillsborough?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Hillsborough?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hillsborough?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Hillsborough have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hillsborough?

The closest waterfall to Hillsborough is Pottersville Falls, approximately 13.6 miles away.

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