Waterfall Hikes Near Pleasantdale, NJ

2,462 residents
New York Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pleasantdale? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pleasantdale. 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 40.8061°N, -74.2713°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pleasantdale

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 25 gauged

19 of 24 waterfalls near Pleasantdale 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 Deer Leap Falls Strong Dingmans Falls Strong Factory Falls Strong Fulmer Falls Strong Silverthread Falls Strong Foul Rift Falls Roaring Nevele Falls Strong Pinchot Falls Roaring Raymondskill Falls Roaring Pottersville Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Moderate Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring Stony Kill Falls Roaring Tillman Falls Strong

Updated 42 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 79°F

Aft 83°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 76°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 79°F Sunny Best
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Pleasantdale

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 Stony Kill Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Raymondskill Falls Roaring · 9180 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Pinchot Falls Roaring · 9180 cfs 99th percentile
  6. 6 Tillman Falls Strong · 50 cfs 86th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pleasantdale (6 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 Pleasantdale (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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
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

All 25 Waterfalls Near Pleasantdale

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

31.6 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
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

13 miles away
New Jersey
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

Bass Lake Falls

31.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

33.8 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

4.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pleasantdale

Are there free waterfalls near Pleasantdale?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Pleasantdale, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pleasantdale?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Pleasantdale, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pleasantdale?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pleasantdale?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Pleasantdale?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pleasantdale?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Pleasantdale?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pleasantdale?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Pleasantdale have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pleasantdale?

The closest waterfall to Pleasantdale is Maple Falls, approximately 4.9 miles away.

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