Waterfall Hikes Near Brookside, NJ

1,302 residents
New York Time Zone
32 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Brookside? There are 32 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Brookside. 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 40.7944°N, -74.5661°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Brookside

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 32 gauged

31 waterfalls near Brookside have live flow data today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Buck Hill Falls Moderate Paradise Falls Moderate Bushkill Falls Moderate Winona Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Marshall Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clarke Falls Moderate Leavitt Falls Moderate Lee Falls Moderate Spruce Cabin 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 Denton Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Foul Rift Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Low Shohola Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 87°F

Mon 86°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 95°F Sunny
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 Brookside

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 71st percentile
  2. 2 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 95 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Tillman Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 58th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 207 cfs 53rd percentile
  5. 5 Twin Falls Moderate · 207 cfs 53rd percentile
  6. 6 Marshall Falls Moderate · 207 cfs 53rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Brookside (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.

Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Brookside (21 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
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

44 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 32 Waterfalls Near Brookside

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
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

37.1 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
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bushkill Falls waterfall

Bushkill Falls

48.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silverthread Falls waterfall

Silverthread Falls

48.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dingmans Falls waterfall

Dingmans Falls

49 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

1.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

49.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.5 miles 300 ft
Raymondskill Falls waterfall

Raymondskill Falls

49.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Deer Leap Falls waterfall

Deer Leap Falls

33.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Factory Falls waterfall

Factory Falls

33.9 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fulmer Falls waterfall

Fulmer Falls

34 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Marshall Falls waterfall

Marshall Falls

23.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Marshalls Falls waterfall

Marshalls Falls

23.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Pinchot Falls

49.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Brookside

Are there free waterfalls near Brookside?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Brookside, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Brookside?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Brookside?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Brookside, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Brookside?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Brookside?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Brookside?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Brookside?

The tallest waterfall near Brookside is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Brookside require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Brookside?

Yes, 26 waterfalls near Brookside have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Brookside?

The closest waterfall to Brookside is Pottersville Falls, approximately 10.4 miles away.

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