Waterfall Hikes Near West Freehold, NJ

14,448 residents
New York Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Freehold? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Freehold. 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 40.2324°N, -74.2943°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Freehold

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

1 of 7 waterfalls near West Freehold is flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Strong Falls of Schuylkill Moderate The Grotto Moderate Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Aft 86°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 79°F Sunny
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 80°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near West Freehold

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 161 cfs 75th percentile
  2. 2 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 40 cfs 55th percentile
  3. 3 Scudders Falls Moderate · 278 cfs 55th percentile
  4. 4 Falls of Schuylkill Moderate · 96 cfs 51st percentile
  5. 5 The Grotto Moderate · 96 cfs 51st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Freehold (1 waterfall)

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 West Freehold (7 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
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

19.2 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
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

28 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

4.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near West Freehold

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

31.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

19.2 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
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

13 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Grotto waterfall

The Grotto

28 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Schuylkill waterfall CC

Falls of Schuylkill

4.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Freehold

Are there free waterfalls near West Freehold?

There are 6 free waterfalls near West Freehold, including Falls of Schuylkill.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Freehold?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near West Freehold, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Freehold?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Freehold, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Freehold?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Freehold, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near West Freehold?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Freehold?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Freehold is Buttermilk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near West Freehold?

The tallest waterfall near West Freehold is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Freehold?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near West Freehold have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Freehold?

The closest waterfall to West Freehold is Maple Falls, approximately 24.9 miles away.

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