Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Hopatcong, NJ

10,480 residents
New York Time Zone
44 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Hopatcong? There are 44 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Hopatcong. 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 40.9599°N, -74.6094°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Hopatcong

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

43 of 44 gauged

32 of 43 waterfalls near Lake Hopatcong are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Strong Buck Hill Falls Barely Flowing Paradise Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Marshall Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clarke Falls Strong Indian Ladder Falls Strong Leavitt Falls Strong Lee Falls Strong Spruce Cabin 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 Hawk Falls Roaring Tobyhanna Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Ridgeway Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Nevele Falls Moderate 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

Labor Day

Sunny · 75°F

Aft 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 77°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 73°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 75°F Sunny Best
Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 73°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 80°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Lake Hopatcong

Updated about 1 hour 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 Ridgeway Falls Roaring · 2000 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 High Falls Roaring · 2000 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Raymondskill Falls Roaring · 9070 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Pinchot Falls Roaring · 9070 cfs 97th percentile
  6. 6 Little Falls Roaring · 1060 cfs 97th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Hopatcong (9 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 Lake Hopatcong (29 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

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
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

All 44 Waterfalls Near Lake Hopatcong

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

13 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
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
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

Pinchot Falls

40.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Hopatcong

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Hopatcong?

There are 25 free waterfalls near Lake Hopatcong, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Hopatcong?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Lake Hopatcong, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Hopatcong?

There are 29 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Hopatcong, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Hopatcong?

There are 30 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Hopatcong, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lake Hopatcong?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Hopatcong?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Hopatcong?

The tallest waterfall near Lake Hopatcong is Verkeerder Kill Falls at 187 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Lake Hopatcong require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Lake Hopatcong requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Hopatcong?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Lake Hopatcong have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Hopatcong?

The closest waterfall to Lake Hopatcong is Pottersville Falls, approximately 16.7 miles away.

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