Waterfall Hikes Near Basking Ridge, NJ

7,905 residents
New York Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Basking Ridge? There are 26 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Basking Ridge. 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 40.7061°N, -74.5568°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Basking Ridge

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

25 of 26 gauged

25 waterfalls near Basking Ridge have live flow data today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clarke Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Snow Hill Falls Moderate Deer Leap Falls Moderate Dingmans Falls Moderate Factory Falls Moderate Fulmer Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Silverthread Falls Moderate Foul Rift Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Low Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 96°F

Mon 86°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 88°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Wed 96°F Sunny Best
Thu 98°F Sunny
Fri 98°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Basking Ridge

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 70th percentile
  2. 2 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 92 cfs 60th percentile
  3. 3 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 58th percentile
  4. 4 Foul Rift Falls Moderate · 3390 cfs 54th percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 200 cfs 51st percentile
  6. 6 Twin Falls Moderate · 200 cfs 51st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Basking Ridge (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

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Basking Ridge (19 waterfalls)

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

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

17 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

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

Scudders Falls

31.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near Basking Ridge

Pinchot Falls

49.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

28.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

27.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

32.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

46.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Paradise Falls waterfall

Paradise Falls

12.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Basking Ridge

Are there free waterfalls near Basking Ridge?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Basking Ridge, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Basking Ridge?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Basking Ridge?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Basking Ridge, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Basking Ridge?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Basking Ridge, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Basking Ridge?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Basking Ridge?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Basking Ridge?

The tallest waterfall near Basking Ridge is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Basking Ridge?

Yes, 22 waterfalls near Basking Ridge have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Basking Ridge?

The closest waterfall to Basking Ridge is Pottersville Falls, approximately 7.9 miles away.

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