Waterfall Hikes Near Budd Lake, NJ

9,983 residents
New York Time Zone
39 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Budd Lake? There are 39 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Budd Lake. 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 40.8733°N, -74.7375°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Budd Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

38 of 39 gauged

27 of 38 waterfalls near Budd Lake are flowing strongly today

Bass Lake Falls Moderate Buck Hill Falls Roaring Paradise Falls Roaring Bushkill Falls Roaring Winona Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Roaring Marshall Falls Roaring Twin Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Moderate Clarke Falls Roaring Indian Ladder Falls Roaring Leavitt Falls Roaring Lee Falls Roaring Spruce Cabin Falls Roaring Snow Hill Falls Roaring Deer Leap Falls Roaring Dingmans Falls Roaring Factory Falls Roaring Fulmer Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Silverthread Falls Roaring Denton Falls Roaring High Falls Roaring Katrina Falls Roaring Foul Rift Falls Moderate Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate High Falls Roaring Ridgeway Falls Roaring Little Falls Roaring Pinchot Falls Moderate Raymondskill Falls Moderate Pottersville Falls Roaring Scudders Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Roaring

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 81°F

Wed 74°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 76°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 81°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 78°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Budd Lake

Updated 41 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Snow Hill Falls Roaring · 76 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Spruce Cabin Falls Roaring · 76 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Winona Falls Roaring · 201 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Silverthread Falls Roaring · 19 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Shohola Falls Roaring · 102 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Pottersville Falls Roaring · 286 cfs 100th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Budd Lake (8 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Budd Lake (25 waterfalls)

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

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

46.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

40.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

48 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 39 Waterfalls Near Budd Lake

Clarke Falls waterfall

Clarke Falls

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

Snow Hill Falls

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

High Falls

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

Paradise Falls

25.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

40.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

35.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shohola Falls waterfall

Shohola Falls

31 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

Spruce Cabin Falls

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

High Falls

36.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Buck Hill Falls

38.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Denton Falls waterfall

Denton Falls

35.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Leavitt Falls waterfall

Leavitt Falls

41.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Indian Ladder Falls waterfall

Indian Ladder Falls

9.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Katrina Falls waterfall

Katrina Falls

30.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

26.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ridgeway Falls

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

Little Falls

12.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hawk Falls waterfall

Hawk Falls

31.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft
Tobyhanna Falls waterfall

Tobyhanna Falls

36.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Budd Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Budd Lake?

There are 22 free waterfalls near Budd Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Budd Lake?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Budd Lake, including Dingmans Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Budd Lake?

There are 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Budd Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Budd Lake?

There are 26 kid-friendly waterfalls near Budd Lake, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Budd Lake?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Budd Lake?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Budd Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Budd Lake is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Budd Lake require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Budd Lake?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Budd Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Budd Lake?

The closest waterfall to Budd Lake is Pottersville Falls, approximately 7.9 miles away.

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