Waterfall Hikes Near Caldwell, NJ

8,897 residents
New_York Time Zone
22 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Caldwell? There are 22 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Caldwell. 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 40.8389°N, -74.2776°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Caldwell

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 22 gauged

21 waterfalls near Caldwell have live flow data today

Bass Lake Falls Barely Flowing Bushkill Falls Barely Flowing Winona Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Marshall Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Deer Leap Falls Low Dingmans Falls Low Factory Falls Low Fulmer Falls Low Silverthread Falls Low Foul Rift Falls Moderate Pinchot Falls Low Raymondskill Falls Low Pottersville Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 87°F

Sun 87°F Sunny Best
Mon 84°F Sunny
Tue 93°F Sunny
Wed 95°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 72°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 68°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 68°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Caldwell (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

23.5 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Caldwell (20 waterfalls)

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

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

10.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 22 Waterfalls Near Caldwell

Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

27.2 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

23.5 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

20.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

10.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Foul Rift Falls waterfall

Foul Rift Falls

21.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bass Lake Falls

New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tillman Falls waterfall

Tillman Falls

39.7 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Bushkill Falls

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

Silverthread Falls

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

Dingmans Falls

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

Twin Falls

34.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Winona Falls

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

Raymondskill Falls

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

Deer Leap Falls

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

Factory Falls

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

Fulmer Falls

23.2 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Caldwell

Are there free waterfalls near Caldwell?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Caldwell, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Caldwell?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Caldwell?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Caldwell, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Caldwell?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Caldwell?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Caldwell?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Caldwell?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Caldwell?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Caldwell have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Caldwell?

The closest waterfall to Caldwell is Maple Falls, approximately 6.2 miles away.

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