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

18 of 31 waterfalls near Brookside are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 78°F

Tod 63°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 67°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Sat 78°F Sunny Best
Sun 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 84°F Sunny
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 88°F Chance Rain Showers

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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

23.5 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

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

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 32 Waterfalls Near Brookside

Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

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

Lee Falls

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

Clarke Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

16.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

38.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Snow Hill Falls waterfall

Snow Hill Falls

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

High Falls

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

Paradise Falls

25.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

19.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

24.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buck Hill Falls waterfall CC

Buck Hill Falls

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

Leavitt Falls

32.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Brookside

Are there free waterfalls near Brookside?

There are 17 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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