Waterfall Hikes Near Morris Plains, NJ

6,104 residents
New York Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Morris Plains? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Morris Plains. 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 40.8356°N, -74.4786°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Morris Plains

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

35 of 36 gauged

25 of 35 waterfalls near Morris Plains 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 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 Nevele Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Barely Flowing 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 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Aft 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 80°F Sunny
Sun 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 78°F Sunny
Tue 80°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Morris Plains

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 Pinchot Falls Roaring · 9070 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Raymondskill Falls Roaring · 9070 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Katrina Falls Strong · 545 cfs 88th percentile
  6. 6 High Falls Strong · 545 cfs 88th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Morris Plains (8 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 Morris Plains (26 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 36 Waterfalls Near Morris Plains

Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

27.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

48.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

6.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

35.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

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

Katrina Falls

17.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

3.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

34.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

48.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

29.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

31.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Morris Plains

Are there free waterfalls near Morris Plains?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Morris Plains, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Morris Plains?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Morris Plains, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Morris Plains?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Morris Plains, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Morris Plains?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Morris Plains, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Morris Plains?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Morris Plains?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Morris Plains?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Morris Plains?

Yes, 24 waterfalls near Morris Plains have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Morris Plains?

The closest waterfall to Morris Plains is Maple Falls, approximately 12.3 miles away.

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