Waterfall Hikes Near Madison, NJ

16,521 residents
New York Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Madison? There are 30 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Madison. 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 40.7586°N, -74.4169°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Madison

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 30 gauged

22 of 29 waterfalls near Madison 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 Silverthread Falls Strong Denton Falls Strong High Falls Strong Foul Rift Falls Roaring Nevele Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Roaring Raymondskill Falls Roaring Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring Tillman Falls Strong

Updated 10 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 77°F

Aft 84°F Sunny
Sat 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 77°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 80°F Sunny
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 83°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Madison

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 High Falls Strong · 545 cfs 88th percentile
  6. 6 Denton Falls Strong · 545 cfs 88th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Madison (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 Madison (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
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 30 Waterfalls Near Madison

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
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
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

19.2 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 Madison

Are there free waterfalls near Madison?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Madison?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Madison?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Madison?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Madison?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Madison?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Madison?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Madison?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Madison have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Madison?

The closest waterfall to Madison is Maple Falls, approximately 6 miles away.

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