Waterfall Hikes Near Califon, NJ

939 residents
New York Time Zone
38 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Califon? There are 38 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Califon. 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 40.7193°N, -74.8371°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Califon

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 38 gauged

2 of 37 waterfalls near Califon are flowing strongly 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 Indian Ladder 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 Falls of Schuylkill Roaring The Grotto Roaring Foul Rift Falls Moderate Hawk Falls Moderate Tobyhanna Falls Moderate High Falls Barely Flowing Ridgeway Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Pinchot Falls Low Raymondskill Falls Low Pottersville Falls Moderate Scudders Falls Moderate Shohola Falls Barely Flowing Tillman Falls Moderate

Updated 42 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 98°F

Mon 86°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 87°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny Best
Fri 97°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 Califon

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 The Grotto Roaring · 531 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Falls of Schuylkill Roaring · 531 cfs 94th percentile
  3. 3 Pottersville Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 70th percentile
  4. 4 Bass Lake Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 59th percentile
  5. 5 Foul Rift Falls Moderate · 3440 cfs 58th percentile
  6. 6 Tobyhanna Falls Moderate · 123 cfs 57th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Califon (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 Califon (26 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

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
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

31.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 38 Waterfalls Near Califon

Pottersville Falls waterfall

Pottersville Falls

17 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Scudders Falls waterfall

Scudders Falls

31.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Lee Falls waterfall

Lee Falls

28.7 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Califon

Are there free waterfalls near Califon?

There are 24 free waterfalls near Califon, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Califon?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Califon?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Califon, including Bass Lake Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Califon?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Califon, including Bass Lake Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Califon?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Califon?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Califon?

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

Do any waterfalls near Califon require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Califon?

Yes, 30 waterfalls near Califon have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Califon?

The closest waterfall to Califon is Pottersville Falls, approximately 4.7 miles away.

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