Waterfall Hikes Near Newton, NJ

8,370 residents
New York Time Zone
46 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Newton? There are 46 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Newton. 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 41.0534°N, -74.7527°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Newton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

45 of 46 gauged

38 of 45 waterfalls near Newton are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Strong Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Marshall Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Clarke Falls Strong Indian Ladder Falls Strong Leavitt Falls Strong Lee Falls Strong Spruce Cabin Falls Strong Snow Hill Falls Strong Darbytown Falls Roaring Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong High Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Foul Rift Falls Roaring Great Falls of the Lehigh Roaring Hawk Falls Roaring Tobyhanna Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Ridgeway Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Wangum Falls Roaring Nevele Falls Strong Pinchot Falls Roaring Raymondskill Falls Roaring Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Strong Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring Tillman Falls Strong

Updated 30 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Tod 82°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 76°F Sunny
Tue 78°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 74°F Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Thu 81°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Newton

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Ridgeway Falls Roaring · 1600 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Wangum Falls Roaring · 952 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 High Falls Roaring · 1600 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Foul Rift Falls Roaring · 9180 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Darbytown Falls Roaring · 1540 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Little Falls Roaring · 952 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Newton (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.

Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

37.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Newton (30 waterfalls)

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

Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

33.8 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
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

Winona Falls

39.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft

All 46 Waterfalls Near Newton

Wangum Falls waterfall

Wangum Falls

29.8 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
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
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Newton

Are there free waterfalls near Newton?

There are 26 free waterfalls near Newton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Newton?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Newton?

There are 30 dog-friendly waterfalls near Newton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Newton?

There are 31 kid-friendly waterfalls near Newton, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Newton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Newton?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Newton?

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

Do any waterfalls near Newton require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Newton?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Newton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Newton?

The closest waterfall to Newton is Tillman Falls, approximately 9.6 miles away.

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