Waterfall Hikes Near Sussex, NJ

1,918 residents
New York Time Zone
49 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sussex? There are 49 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sussex. 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 41.2096°N, -74.6079°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sussex

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

48 of 49 gauged

43 of 48 waterfalls near Sussex are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Strong Buck Hill Falls Strong Paradise Falls Strong Bushkill Falls Strong Winona Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Marshall Falls Strong Twin Falls Strong Canada 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 High Falls Roaring Ridgeway Falls Roaring High Falls Strong Little Falls Roaring Wangum Falls Roaring Nevele Falls Strong Pinchot Falls Roaring Raymondskill Falls Roaring Pottersville Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Strong Vernooy Falls Strong Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring Stony Kill Falls Roaring Tompkins Falls Strong Tobyhanna Falls Roaring Tillman Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 78°F

Tod 83°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 80°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 76°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 78°F Sunny Best
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 75°F Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Thu 82°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Sussex

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring · 1540 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Wangum Falls Roaring · 952 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Ridgeway Falls Roaring · 1600 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Roaring · 1600 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Stony Kill Falls Roaring · 1540 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Darbytown Falls Roaring · 1540 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sussex (7 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
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

36 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sussex (33 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

37.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

33.8 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

24 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 49 Waterfalls Near Sussex

Spruce Cabin Falls

31.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buck Hill Falls

32 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

13 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

31.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

38.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ridgeway Falls

32.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

39.6 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
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

3.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

27.8 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
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

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

Clarke Falls

48.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

31.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

4.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sussex

Are there free waterfalls near Sussex?

There are 28 free waterfalls near Sussex, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sussex?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Sussex, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sussex?

There are 33 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sussex, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sussex?

There are 34 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sussex, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sussex?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sussex?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Sussex?

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

Do any waterfalls near Sussex require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sussex?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Sussex have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sussex?

The closest waterfall to Sussex is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 12.1 miles away.

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