Waterfall Hikes Near New Vernon, NJ

869 residents
New York Time Zone
27 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near New Vernon? There are 27 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of New Vernon. 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 40.7343°N, -74.4877°W

Map of Waterfalls Near New Vernon

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

26 of 27 gauged

19 of 26 waterfalls near New Vernon 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 Strong 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 Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Pottersville Falls Moderate Tillman Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Aft 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 80°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 78°F Sunny
Tue 80°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 77°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 83°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near New Vernon

Updated about 3 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 Denton Falls Roaring · 610 cfs 96th percentile
  5. 5 High Falls Roaring · 610 cfs 96th percentile
  6. 6 Katrina Falls Roaring · 610 cfs 96th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near New Vernon (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 New Vernon (20 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 27 Waterfalls Near New Vernon

Pinchot Falls

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

Katrina Falls

17.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near New Vernon

Are there free waterfalls near New Vernon?

There are 15 free waterfalls near New Vernon, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near New Vernon?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in New Vernon?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near New Vernon, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near New Vernon?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near New Vernon, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near New Vernon?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near New Vernon?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near New Vernon?

The tallest waterfall near New Vernon is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around New Vernon?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near New Vernon have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to New Vernon?

The closest waterfall to New Vernon is Maple Falls, approximately 7.8 miles away.

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